Drawing
At Southwest School of Art, we believe that no matter what their area of emphasis, every emerging artist needs a strong foundation in Drawing. It is a learned skill that relies heavily upon on hand-eye coordination and which is an ability that, in time, can be mastered by just about everyone. We build upon the basic foundation by further encouraging students to experiment with style, form, and structure.
Drawing Material List
Materials List
Classes not listed here will either have required materials in the class description, discuss needed materials during the first class, or the materials will be supplied.
Registration
Summer 2019 Registration Dates
Friends of SSA: Online | Tues, Apr 2 at 9:00am
Phone | In-Person | Thurs, Apr 4
Open registration | Tues, Apr 9
Drawing Course Descriptions
8000 | Introduction to Drawing
Level: Beginning | Instructor: Jeannette MacDougall
Dates: Fri, 6/7/2019 to 6/7/2019 | 9:30 AM- 4:00 PM
Studio: Drawing Studio | Building: Santikos Building
Tuition: $90.00 | Friends/Seniors (65+): $75.00
Have you always wanted to draw? Get a step-by-step, hands-on guided tour of line drawing with charcoal and pencil-all supplies provided! Grasp an understanding of observational drawing, translating what is seen on to the page as well as the design and composition principles that lie beneath all art: line, color, texture, and values. Let this non-judgmental introductory class be the stepping-stone to future art classes.
8001a | Basic Drawing
Level: Beginning | Instructor: Kim Bishop
Dates: Tues, 5/28/2019 to 7/30/2019 | 6:30 PM- 9:15 PM
Studio: Drawing Studio | Building: Santikos Building
Tuition: $275.00 | Friends/Seniors (65+): $260.00
Drawing is a learned skill based on hand-eye coordination. Anyone can learn to draw, and it is a basic tool needed for all classes offered at Southwest School of Art. Through free-hand drawing, students will render three-dimensional objects-using drawing principles of line, shape, value, texture, perspective, and composition-in an enjoyable and relaxed atmosphere. Bring an 18 by 24-inch drawing pad, a selection of graphite pencils and an eraser; additional materials will be discussed at the first class.
8001b | Basic Drawing | Date Change
Level: Beginning | Instructor: Chris Sauter
Dates: Wed, 6/5/2019 to 8/7/2019 | 9:00 AM- 11:45 AM
Studio: Drawing Studio | Building: Santikos Building
Tuition: $275.00 | Friends/Seniors (65+): $260.00
Drawing is a learned skill based on hand-eye coordination. Anyone can learn to draw, and it is a basic tool needed for all classes offered at Southwest School of Art. Through free-hand drawing, students will render three-dimensional objects-using drawing principles of line, shape, value, texture, perspective, and composition-in an enjoyable and relaxed atmosphere. Bring an 18 by 24-inch drawing pad, a selection of graphite pencils and an eraser; additional materials will be discussed at the first class.
8001c | Basic Drawing
Level: Beginning | Instructor: Kate Terrell
Dates: Sat, 6/1/2019 to 8/10/2019 | 9:00 AM- 11:45 AM
Studio: Drawing Studio | Building: Santikos Building
Tuition: $275.00 | Friends/Seniors (65+): $260.00
Drawing is a learned skill based on hand-eye coordination. Anyone can learn to draw, and it is a basic tool needed for all classes offered at Southwest School of Art. Through free-hand drawing, students will render three-dimensional objects-using drawing principles of line, shape, value, texture, perspective, and composition-in an enjoyable and relaxed atmosphere. Bring an 18 by 24-inch drawing pad, a selection of graphite pencils and an eraser; additional materials will be discussed at the first class. No class Jul 13.
8002 | Drawing Beyond the Basics
Level: Beginning/Intermediate | Instructor: Kim Bishop
Dates: Thurs, 5/30/2019 to 8/8/2019 | 9:00 AM- 11:45 AM
Studio: Drawing Studio | Building: Santikos Building
Tuition: $275.00 | Friends/Seniors (65+): $260.00
This multi-level class is for beginners with some drawing background or for experienced student-artists who would like to refresh their drawing skills. Topics will explore value, space, composition and concept, as well as different drawing styles and materials. Students will move beyond using drawing merely to render objects accurately, and will come to view drawing as a challenging vehicle for expression of both form and narrative. Bring a sketchbook or drawing pad (size 11 by 14 or 18 by 24-inches) and a selection of pencils and an eraser; additional materials will be discussed at the first class. Prerequisite: Basic Drawing or equivalent experience. No class Jul 4.
8008 | Color Design | Date Change
Level: All Levels | Instructor: Jessica DeCuir
Dates: Fri - Sun, 7/26/2019 to 7/28/2019 | 10:00 AM- 4:30 PM
Studio: Droste Design Studio | Building: Santikos Building
Tuition: $175.00 | Friends/Seniors (65+): $160.00
Color Design is a three-day in-depth exploration of color theory and color interaction. This course considers color as a descriptive and expressive element of art, emphasizing color perception and application. Investigations of 2-dimensional design problems and the formal, technical, creative and psychological aspects of color usage will be introduced and emphasized. This is a basic course essential for understanding how to use color and apply it effectively in all areas of art. Basic Design 1 helpful but not required. See Please SSA website for a materials list.
8030 | Studio Time
Level: Intermediate/Advanced | Instructor: Chris Sauter
Dates: Wed, 6/5/2019 to 8/7/2019 | 6:30 PM- 9:15 PM
Studio: Duncan Studio | Building: Santikos Building
Tuition: $275.00 | Friends/Seniors (65+): $260.00
This is a course for artists working in all media who want to explore a more self-directed practice. Like an open studio with a classroom environment, artists can finish started projects, start new ones, or push themselves in new directions. Instruction will be tailored to each individual student, with as much feedback as desired. The instructor will help students finish what they've already started, get from idea to completion, bridge skill and concept, (re)discover individual creative interests, or recover from artist's block. Prerequisite: Previous art-making experience. Bring a blank canvas, sketch-pad, a work in progress, images or a sample of finished work, and supplies you currently use to the first class; suggestions for additional materials will be discussed at that time.
8080 | Cartooning Comics, Caricature and Anime
Level: All Levels | Instructor: Mike Fisher
Dates: Thurs, 5/30/2019 to 8/8/2019 | 6:30 PM- 9:15 PM
Studio: Drawing Studio | Building: Santikos Building
Tuition: $275.00 | Friends/Seniors (65+): $260.00
Cartooning, or visual storytelling, is more than just an enjoyable indulgence of the imagination; it speaks to interests such as editorial illustration, children's book illustration, comic strips, comic books and storyboarding. Its various forms combine caricature, figure drawing and illustration through the medium of ink and watercolor on paper. Instruction will focus on character development, illusions of movement, sequential staging, setting management, inking, and coloring?all aimed towards the refinement of the student's narratives and ideas. Bring a 9 by 12-inch sketchbook and a sharpened pencil to the first class. No class Jul 4.