Basic Drawing Courses

Master the fundamentals with pencil, charcoal and pastel

Drawing Course

Learn Drawing from Scratch

Our basic drawing course is designed specifically for beginners who want to build a solid foundation in visual arts. You'll learn essential techniques using pencil, charcoal, and pastel, guided by experienced instructors who understand how to make complex concepts accessible.

Through structured lessons and hands-on practice, you'll develop your observation skills, understand proportions and perspective, and gain confidence in your artistic abilities. No prior experience needed – just enthusiasm and willingness to learn!

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Meet Our Instructors

Sarah Mitchell

Drawing Specialist

15 years of teaching experience in classical drawing techniques. Graduate of Rhode Island School of Design.

James Robertson

Charcoal Expert

Award-winning artist specializing in charcoal portraiture and figurative drawing with 12 years teaching experience.

Emily Chen

Pastel Master

Contemporary artist focused on pastel techniques. Featured in numerous galleries across the United States.

Class Schedule

Monday - Wednesday
Pencil Drawing Fundamentals
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM EST
Tuesday - Thursday
Charcoal Techniques
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM EST
Wednesday - Friday
Pastel Basics
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM EST
Saturday
Weekend Intensive Workshop
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM EST
Sunday
Open Studio Practice
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM EST

Course Curriculum

Learn about different types of pencils, charcoal, and pastels. Understand paper selection, proper tool handling, and basic mark-making techniques. This module sets the foundation for all future work.

Master the art of line drawing and understanding three-dimensional forms. Practice contour drawing, cross-contour techniques, and gestural sketching to capture shape and volume.

Explore value scales, understand light sources, and create realistic shading. Learn hatching, cross-hatching, and blending techniques to bring your drawings to life.

Understand one-point, two-point, and three-point perspective. Learn compositional principles including rule of thirds, focal points, and creating visual balance in your artwork.

Apply all learned techniques to create complete still life drawings. Work with various objects, textures, and arrangements while developing your personal artistic style.

Certified Program

Lifetime Access

Small Classes

98% Satisfaction

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