Introduction to Drawing Short Course with Saffron Newey
Saturdays
Union Studio, Armadale
Drawing is fundamental to any artistic practice. This short course is designed for people who are looking to learn the fundamentals of observational drawing. Perfect for beginners or those looking for a refresher on drawing techniques.
$425
Description
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 Course:
- Dates: Saturday
- Time: 2:00 pm – 4:30 pm (2.5 Hours)
- Location: MAC Union Studio | Level 1, 85 Union Street, Armadale
Throughout this Introduction to Drawing Short Course 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.
You will be working from observation of Still life using observational drawing techniques. 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.
Our small class sizes ensure an individualised learning journey with one-on-one tuition.
Saffron Newey is a Melbourne based artist who has exhibited widely, both in Australia and internationally for over 25 years. Working predominantly in the fields of painting and drawing, Saffron has been a finalist in multiple painting prizes for, including the John Leslie Art Prize and the Paddington Art Prize. In 2019, Saffron completed a Ph.D in Fine Art at RMIT, where she now lectures in the painting program.
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