Each stand-alone session is for independent study, with no instruction, for ages 18+. Bring your own supplies. There are easels, chairs, horses and stools available for you to borrow. 

Please arrive to Figure Drawing Studio 10-15 minutes early to get set up. Doors close promptly at 9 AM. If you arrive after the doors close, please wait until the first break when the doors open again.

The last Monday of every month features a clothed model.

Draw exciting images with less rigidity by utilizing contour drawing! Contour drawing can mean looking only at the subject, and without lifting the pen, or looking at the paper, outlining the shapes of the composition. In this introduction class, we will learn about both blind and observational continuous contour. At any skill level, hone your drawing and enhance your observation, as we create images with extraordinary energy and fluidity. 

Materials provided by The Drawing Studio. 

Composition 1 introduces the basics of visual design elements (line, shape, texture, and space) and principles (balance, harmony, contrast). Students focus on developing their composition skills through drawing exercises, personal projects, class feedback, along with expansive examples from art and design history. 

Supply List:

1 ea 9x12 Strathmore Drawing Pad

1 ea 8.5x11 Newsprint1 ea Graphite Pencil Set (6B, 2B, HB)

1 ea General’s Eraser Set

1 ea Glue Stick

1 ea Micron .03

1 ea Plastic Ruler

1 ea 9x12 Pack Construction Paper

1 ea Dual Tipped Sharpie 

1 ea Xacto Knife

Each stand-alone session is for independent study, with no instruction, for ages 18+. Bring your own supplies. There are easels, chairs, horses and stools available for you to borrow. 

Please arrive to Figure Drawing Studio 10-15 minutes early to get set up. Doors close promptly at 9 AM. If you arrive after the doors close, please wait until the first break when the doors open again.

The last Monday of every month features a clothed model.

View and discuss artists and their methods of value painting from still life to skycaps. Paint from seen images and create unique homework paintings on the theme to share in class next time.

Materials not provided. Please bring the following:

acrylic paint

paintable paper

brushes

water

palette

pencil

If you have ever considered participating in our Just Draw It program but have reservations due to the complex nature, this class is for you! We will take you through the basics of gesture drawing in partnership with an elegant, clothed dancer from Ballet Tucson.

Materials provided by The Drawing Studio. 

Each stand-alone session is for independent study, with no instruction, for ages 18+. Bring your own supplies. There are easels, chairs, horses and stools available for you to borrow. 

Please arrive to Figure Drawing Studio 10-15 minutes early to get set up. Doors close promptly at 9 AM. If you arrive after the doors close, please wait until the first break when the doors open again.

The last Monday of every month features a clothed model.

Each stand-alone session is for independent study, with no instruction, for ages 18+. Bring your own supplies. There are easels, chairs, horses and stools available for you to borrow. 

Please arrive to Figure Drawing Studio 10-15 minutes early to get set up. Doors close promptly at 9 AM. If you arrive after the doors close, please wait until the first break when the doors open again.

The last Monday of every month features a clothed model.