This intensive drawing course takes students through the foundational concepts of form and light. It will begin with the basics of linear perspective and the construction of form and then finish with concepts of chiaroscuro and the anatomy of light. This course is designed for beginner and intermediate artists looking to level up their rendering skills and put more believability into their work.
Course Outline
Module 1 | Form and Space
Core focuses: To understand form in 3D vs 2D space and the basic concepts of linear perspective, starting with one-point linear perspective and general terminology.
Module 2 | Linear Perspective and Light (Continued)
Core focuses: To understand two-point linear perspective and constructively draw the five forms.
Module 3 | The Basics of Shape and Form
To learn to sight-measure and break down complex forms into the five basic forms.
Module 4 | Simplifying Complexity
Core focuses: Learning to break down complex forms into the five basic forms.
Module 5 | Understanding Light and Value
Core focuses: Understanding the anatomy of light and the basics of light in perspective.
Module 6 | Basics of Reflection
Core focuses: Understanding texture and material.
Module 7 | Composition
Core focuses: Learning to design a composition using linear perspective, light, and space.
Module 8 | Rendering
Core focuses: Complete a full rendered drawing that showcases the knowledge learned in the course.
Course Instructor
Available Enrollments
Drawing Foundations
For this on-ground course, students will have the opportunity to work with their instructor in studio.
Included with this course:
- 8 weeks of professional instruction
- Access to the on-ground facilities and resources
- Weekly assignments and feedback
- Graded final assignment
- Credit towards a corresponding program area
*Disclaimer: Because this is an on-ground course, a minimum of 5 students must sign up for the course to make. If the course does not reach this minimum, all students who have signed up will be fully refunded and the course schedule will be canceled.
Enroll now for this on-ground course that begins 3/3/2025!