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Portrait Figure Drawing & Painting I & II

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Class Description

Description

Students will learn the foundational techniques of portrait and figure painting, such as color mixing, color value, composition, proportions, glazing, brushwork, paint application, texture, personal style and more. They will also work from both live figure model as well as additional figurative and portraiture inspirations and subject matter.

Drawing and painting are sumptuous, exciting, and the most popular art mediums by artists worldwide. In this popular, non-judgmental drawing and painting class for all levels, you will:
  • Learn artistic techniques with the human figure as your muse
  • Receive a customized, nurturing expert art instruction
  • Express yourself while learning foundational techniques of portrait and figure drawing and painting, such as line quality, dimension, shading, color mixing, composition, proportions, glazing, brushwork, paint application, texture, personal style and more.
  • Create from both live figure model as well as additional figurative and portraiture inspirations and subject matter
  • Master your personal expression with art instruction based on your skill level
  • Create multiple pieces of artwork that you will be proud of
All levels welcome, perfect for total beginners, those that have just completed an introductory oil painting class, or those who are eager to continue painting.

Q&A

Q: Can I make up a class if I miss one? 
A: 
Unfortunately, we do not offer any makeups for classes missed. However, if you want to get the most from the course and the absence, you can tell the instructor when you will be absent ahead of time and the instructor can provide some guidance on exercises to practice while away.

Q: Is the room air conditioned? 
A: Yes, rooms are air conditioned when appropriate.

Q: Can I bring a friend to accompany me and watch?
A: No, unfortunately the class has limited space and all seats must be paid for.

Q: What is the dress code for this class? 
A: There is no dress code for this class, but keep in mind this is an art studio with wet paintings on the wall, so do not wear anything super nice or something that you don't want to risk getting ruined.

Q: Are materials provided and included in cost of the class? 
A: No. Materials are not included. Purchase supplies from our gift shop or view materials list below.

For your first class, please bring: Drawing pad, Vine Charcoal, Drawing Pencils (2B and 4B), Kneaded gum eraser.
  • 11” x 16”, 16” x 20” or 18” x 24” drawing paper (please do not purchase newsprint)
  • Soft vine charcoal (4 sticks)
  • 2B and 4B drawing pencils
  • Kneaded gum eraser (looks like a gray gum-like small square)
  • One blending stump
  • One pack of 6 or more soft color pastels
Purchase painting supplies once class begins. Or, Purchase now if you want to paint right away! See below.
Acrylic Paints: You may buy a prepackaged paint set or individual colors. Please buy these specific colors or a close variation to the color listed:
  • Titanium White
  • Cadmium Red
  • Cadmium yellow
  • Orange
  • Ultramarine Blue or Cobalt Blue
  • Alizarin Crimson
  • Burnt Sienna
  • Pthalo or Viridian Green
  • 12" x 16" Palette Paper or roll of Wax Paper (inexpensive and may be purchased at local grocery store)
  • Roll of masking tape
  • Liquitex Acrylic Gloss Medium & Varnish (comes in a plastic bottle, any size)
  • Palette Knife-for mixing paint (triangle shaped tip)
  • 4-5 Acrylic Paint Brushes- Pre-set packages of various thicknesses, or hand select a variety of thickness from skinny/fine to 1” thick. Purchase sizes and brands of your choice.
  • 1 Stretched Canvas- 11" x 14”, 16" x 20" or larger
  • TASNY smock or bring your own smock
  • Additional canvases may be purchased throughout the session
Q: Do you sell class materials on site? 
A: 
Yes, canvases can be purchased at the following prices: 11 x 14 for $8 and 16 x 20 for $10.

Refund Policy

Class tuition is neither refundable nor transferable. No refunds will be issued after registration and payment. In case of a Medically Certified illness, a credit will be issued after receipt of your physician’s documentation. The value of the credit will be for the balance of the remaining class sessions with an additional deduction of a $95 registration fee. Credit may be used up to 12 months.

If after your first class you are dissatisfied with the quality of your course, a written note must be submitted within 1 business day after your first class. After receiving your note, refund of class tuition will be reviewed by our staff. If a refund is granted, processing of refunds requires 8-10 weeks. A 5% nonrefundable processing fee will be applied.

Course Cancellations

Although course cancellation is quite rare, The school reserves the right to cancel classes or change instructor assignments and makes every effort to notify students in advance. If enrollment goals are not met, a course may be canceled up to 1 business day before the first scheduled class. In the event of cancellation, a refund or credit is granted. On occasion, a course start-date will be pushed back if enrollment goals are not met. In this instance, you will receive a credit for the price of the class that did not take place.

Please note that there will be NO exceptions to this under any circumstances.

Make-up Policy

Unfortunately, The school does not offer any makeups for classes missed. However, if the student wants to get the most from the course and the absence, they can tell the instructor when they will be absent and the instructor can provide some guidance on exercises to practice while away.

In any event where a customer wants to cancel their enrollment and is eligible for a full refund, a 5% processing fee will be deducted from the refund amount.

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