In this NEW COURSE we will explore Sketching as a dynamic STUDIO activity where everyone can learn to create exciting images. Starting with watercolor and pencil, we will use several Water-based Media (watercolor, gouache, and/or inks) AND Dry Media (pencils, watercolor pencils, color pencils, or pastels). The class focuses on basic skills from both contemporary and classical traditions will help you discover how to use or combine these to create our own drawn/painted imagery. Designed to be suitable for beginner to advanced students who have some previous experience in drawing (or painting).

HEALTH & SAFETY: We do ask that, If you are having active symptoms of a airborne communicable illness or have been in close contact with someone who does, that you please: 1) stay home for a week or 2) that you practice some mild social distancing in class that week and maybe bring and wear a mask.. (See missed class info below.)

MISSED CLASS: Any of us may have to miss a class session because we all lead complex lives. If you are going to be out of class for personal, life, health or any other reason, please let me know ahead of time if you can. I may be able to set up a digital link (via Zoom or FaceTime) to facilitate your virtual attendance. If that doesn’t prove possible or suit your situation, I can certainly record a video of the major class session activities (my demo, presentation, critiques, and/or photos of student work in progress, etc.) to send you.We will create lots of design and color studies as well as several small /modestly sized paintings.

STUDENTS: Adults & Mature, older teens

DATES AND TIMES:

Saturdays @ 1:30-4:00 pm for 5 sessions. We will start on March 20th, and barring any scheduling issues, we will finish up on April 17th.

LOCATION: McGuffey Art Center, 201 2nd Street NW, Charlottesville, Va

TUITION: $305 ($30 discount for Seniors)

CONTACT: For Additional class info or : 434-939-7445 or johnahancock@ntelos.net.