Drawing Fundamentals
for Teens & Adults
Thursdays from 5:30-7:30 PM
4 weeks January 23rd - February 13th
For ages 13+
Deadline for registration January 16th
Grab your sketchbook, because in this class we’re going to fill those pages up! Starting with this all-important artists’ tool, students will practice, experiment, fail, try again, push through difficulty, surprise themselves, and ultimately grow as artists. Each week students will complete drawing exercises using graphite, charcoal, ink, pastels, and/or paint, honing their observation skills using traditional methods until they are so comfortable they can easily draw anything. Whether they are interested in realism or any other style of drawing, they will improve using methods that will teach them how to execute their own ideas with confidence.
THIS CLASS includes HOMEWORK!
Expect to spend up to 60 minutes each week drawing outside of class, mostly in the sketchbook. Students will improve much faster if they complete the assigned exercises. Think of it like a music class; you wouldn’t expect to make progress if you never practiced your instrument between classes, right? Drawing is no different!
Want to keep learning? Take a look at GAC’s Introduction to Painting with Acrylics to build on your fundamental drawing skills!
Pricing
Non-members: $150
Members: $ 120
Students must bring their sketchbook to every class.
All supplies are included in the class fee.
RETURNING STUDENTS: Those who have taken this or a similar drawing class before will be challenged to take on more advanced versions of the exercises and projects after brushing up on the fundamentals. No artist is ever finished learning!
POLICIES
ENROLLMENT DEADLINE: May 22, 2023
Late enrollment may be accepted, however some materials may not be ready at first class.
Missed classes will not be refunded.
Classes are not recorded for virtual students. Live participation is necessary.
In the rare event of cancellation due to unavoidable circumstances, a reasonable effort will be made to schedule a make-up class session on an alternate date, or the class fee (less any classes already held) will be credited to the customer’s account.
Group communications/announcements are conducted by email to the address entered at registration. Individual communications may be handled by phone/text.
For liability reasons, please do not register a student who is a minor unless you are their parent or legal guardian.
DISCOUNTS
GAC Members enjoy 20% off of tuition. You must sign in with the email associated with your membership account to receive the discount. Full-time students, teachers/professors, and parents who homeschool can join at the Student/Educator level for just $30/year.
For liability reasons, please do not register a student who is a minor unless you are their parent or legal guardian.
SCHOLARSHIPS
Teachers, counsellors, etc. may nominate a student with whom they are professionally acquainted for a scholarship if they can attest to the the student’s interest in the subject and financial need. The student’s parent/legal guardian will be notified and given further instructions. You may not nominate your own child, dependent, or other close relation.
ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR
Jamie Sanford is a local Galveston artist pursuing her dreams to educate and inspire her community through the beauty of art. She is active in the Galveston community events with art walks and several pop up art oriented events. Jamie specializes in human anatomy 2D pictures with charcoal. 2nd to charcoal, she enjoys expressing herself with acrylic paints. As Jamie moves forward, she hopes to grow more with Galveston as this community brings her such joy.