Advanced Observational Drawing

Students will advance from learning and exploring the seven Elements of Art (line, shape, color, texture, form, space, and value) to a greater mastery of the Elements. Students will draw from complex subject matter by observing the world around them. They will become comfortable with various media. This course is designed for students who have already taken Observational Drawing 1 or have already had some drawing instruction.

Course Objectives:

1. Expose students to famous works of art
2. Gain skills in using the Elements of Art
3. Practice and begin mastery of various drawing media
4. Draw from complex subject matter including portraiture

Materials List:

• 1 charcoal pencil set and white pencil
• 2 Prismacolor Ebony pencils
• Sharpener
• 1 black fine tip pen (not permanent)
• 1 water brush medium size or set of sizes
• 1 white eraser
• Oil pastel set of 12 or more
• Prismacolor colored pencils set of 12 or more
• 1 tonal sketchbook approx ( 8 x 11” or 9 12” ) in grey or tan
• 1 Drawing pad of White paper approx (11 x 14”)
• Drawing Board (optional)

Note: Please buy brand specific items if a brand is noted (for example, “Prismacolor”). Otherwise any brand is acceptable. Some suggested places to buy materials : Hobby Lobby, Michaels, Dick Blick, Jerry’s Artarama, Amazon.