Fundamentals of Drawing | Shamitz

Service Description

We will use charcoal and graphite pencils to explore tonal value using photo reference and still life objects. A choice of group and/or personal projects, along with attention at all levels will be offered. Demonstrations and instruction in sight-sizing, tonal values, and basic linear perspective. Note: Supplies not included in class fee. • Smock or apron • 2-4 #2 & #3 lead pencils * • 1 box vine charcoal or charcoal pencils (for sketching) • 1 box conte (hard coated charcoal, sold at any art supply store) • 1 white charcoal pencil or conte. * • Kneaded erasers (1 or 2) * • Small T-Square or ruler. * • Reference photograph or image, for drawing (for individual projects) > It should have good detail and resolution, either color or b/w. • 1 newsprint pad (approx. 18” x 24”) • 1 Strathmore drawing pad (approx. 18” x 24”), either bright white or any light, off- white color* • Soft, chamois cloth* • Vinyl or latex gloves * Suggested You may bring a drawing you have either finished recently, or one you are presently working on, to review if you wish.

Contact Details

• 26 High School Avenue, Quincy, MA, USA