Introduction to Drawing Short Course with Catalina Leichner

Introduction to drawing fundamentals and technique.

Level: Beginner / Intermediate
Ages: This course is designed for adults
(Art students aged 15 – 17 may be able to attend, please contact to discuss suitability)

5 week short course 

• Dates: Sundays;  24 August – 21 September 2025 (5 sessions)
• Time: 9:30 am – 12:00 pm
• Location: MAC Union Studio  | Level 1, 85 Union Street, Armadale

Observational drawing, in simple terms, means creating a visual representation of what you see in front of you or in reference images. It involves carefully observing a subject’s shape, form, texture, light, and shadow to create a true-to-life depiction.

Drawing from life is particularly challenging, as it demands capturing the ever-changing essence of the subject. Observational drawing serves as a foundational skill for artists, benefiting various drawing forms like figure drawing, still life, landscape, and portraiture. It enhances your observation skills, refines technical abilities, and deepens your understanding of form, light, and shadow. It’s a skill that improves with practice and patience, allowing you to create accurate and realistic representations.

Throughout this concise Introduction to Drawing Fundamentals you’ll explore essential drawing elements, including line, tone, proportion, and value. Practical exercises will empower you to perceive and apply these elements in your artistic practice.

Our small class sizes ensure an individualised learning journey with one-on-one tuition.

Catalina Leichner is an Argentinian artist from Buenos Aires who specialises in watercolour and oil painting.  She holds a Bachelor in Conservation and Restoration of Cultural Heritage – UMSA (University of the Argentinian Social Museum). Catalina has worked as a restorer and conservator for National Museum of Fine Arts in Buenos Aries for the past 7 years and has also run regular watercolour workshops.