Category: DRAWING CLASSES
Introduction to Figure: Videos 1 – 12
Constructing the face and figure may seem challenging, but it is enormously interesting and engrossing. I am easily bored, but after many years, figure drawing (and perspective) are best things I ever undertook. You will learn so much more along the way!
Video 1 of 12 – INTRO TO FIGURE: Using Charcoal Types
(July 7, 2024)
Video 2 of 12 – INTRO TO FIGURE: Manikins and Gesture Types (July 7, 2024)
Video 3 of 12 – INTRO TO FIGURE: Gesture to Contour (July 7, 2024)
Video 4 of 12 – INTRO TO FIGURE: Using Trace Paper to Compose (July 7, 2024)
Video 5 of 12 – INTRO TO FIGURE: Foreshortening (July 7, 2024)
Video 6 of 12 – INTRO TO FIGURE: Torso Sculpt Bends Twists (July 7, 2024)
Video 7 of 12- INTRO TO FIGURE: Torso Sculpt Bends Twists (July 7, 2024)
Video 8 of 12 – INTRO TO FIGURE: Head Face Proportions (July 7, 2024)
Video 9 of 12 – INTRO TO FIGURE: Head Face Proportions (July 7, 2024)
Video 10 of 12 – INTRO TO FIGURE: Manikins (July 7, 2024)
Video 11 of 12 – INTRO TO FIGURE: Using Manikins (July 7, 2024)
Video 12 of 12 – INTRO TO FIGURE: Poses From Manikins (July 7, 2024)
Architecture of the Head: Videos 1-5
Video 1 of 5 – ARCHITECTURE OF THE HEAD (March 5, 2024)
Video 2 of 5 – ARCHITECTURE OF THE HEAD (March 5, 2024)
Video 3 of 5 – ARCHITECTURE OF THE HEAD (March 5, 2024)
Video 4 of 5 – ARCHITECTURE OF THE HEAD (March 5, 2024)
Video 5 of 5 – ARCHITECTURE OF THE HEAD (March 5, 2024)
Ink Wash Studies: Videos 1-5
Video 1 of 5 – INK LINE & WASH EXERCISE
(July 14, 2024)
Video 2 of 5 – INK LINE & WASH EXERCISE
(July 14, 2024)
Video 3 of 5 – INK LINE & WASH EXERCISE
(July 14, 2024)
Video 4 of 5 – INK LINE & WASH EXERCISE
(July 14, 2024)
Video 5 of 5 – INK LINE & WASH EXERCISE
(July 14, 2024)
Manikin Head Form: Videos 1-2
Video 1 of 2 – MANIKIN HEAD FORM
(July 5, 2023)
Video 2 of 2 – MANIKIN HEAD FORM
(July 5, 2023)
Special Summer Drawing Series
Tuesday Evenings, beginning July 12, 6:30 – 8:30 pm, Semiahmoo Art Center
Instructor: Tony O’Regan
Tony will share some of the expertise he has gained as an artist, architectural designer and instructor at Universities and Art Colleges for over 25 years.
Greetings to my friends in Art!
The two-hour sessions will be on various drawing topics that I think may interest you:
- Perspective Drawing
- Shade-Shadow-Reflection
- Face
- Figure
- Boats
- Horses
- Village Streets
- and more!
You can enroll one evening at a time or for a set, as you may find convenient. I hope to see you there!
Refresh your Art Skills this summer!
This special summer drawing series will include Perspective Drawing, Shade-Shadow-Reflection, as well as focusing on drawing special subject areas, like Face, Figure, Boats, Horses, Village Streets, and others.
The first session will deal with an overview of Perspective Techniques and Principles. The second session will focus on Perspective Applications and case studies. From there, we will go on to Villages and Street Scenes; Drawing the Face; Drawing Figures; Boats and Coastal Scenes; then animals – Horses and Dogs. The classes are intended to be of use to people who wish to draw for its own sake or as an adjunct to painting.
Bring basic drawing materials of your choice – soft 2b or 4b pencil, 8 x 11 paper or larger, and whatever else you may wish to use.
Sessions will run from 6:30-8:30 Tuesday evenings beginning July 12 at Semiahmoo Art Center in the Visual Arts Studio (located at 14601-20 Ave, South Surrey, BC).
Cost is just $25 /session drop-in basis ($20 for Semiahmoo Arts members).
All levels welcome. Numbers are limited, so please pre-register at Semiahmoo Arts. Call the office at 604-536-8333 or use the button to register.
Approaches to Abstraction – Shadbolt
*NEW* Approaches to Abstraction – Adult
8 Sessions, in-person, on-site in Shadbolt Studio
Eight Wednesday Sessions: 10 am – 1 pm October 6 to November 24
Spots available: 6 Registration Code: 623576
NEW COURSE – Learn the essentials of abstract painting using acrylic paint. Subjects will range from semi-representational to total abstraction. Explore ten ways of seeing, drawing, and painting with an emphasis on the principles and elements of design. Develop abstract imagery in your paintings in a supportive atmosphere, with demonstrations and individual attention.
All experienced and accomplished artists have their own individual ‘toolbox’ of methods and procedures – this is an opportunity to develop yours. Supplies not included; print your receipt to view supply list. Instructor: Tony O’Regan
Fees: adult $195.60 seniors $156.48
Register with WebReg:
https://www.burnaby.ca/recreation-and-arts/programs-and-activities/how-to-register
Marianne Otterstrom – Fine & Performing Arts Programmer – Visual Arts
Phone: 604-205-3014
Email: marianne.otterstrom@burnaby.ca
Drawing the Face and Figure – Shadbolt
8 Sessions, in-person, on-site in Shadbolt Studio, adult small group
Eight Friday Sessions: 10 am – 1 pm October 8 to November 26
Registration code – 630438
Would you like to:
- develop your knowledge of the human face and figure for artistic purposes?
- learn to distinguish individual faces by studying the shapes of each feature-eyes, nose, mouth, etc.?
- explore the human figure, with attention to proportion, shading and shadow construction using various drawing media?
Learn with Artist Tony O’Regan in the Shadbolt Studio.
*A live model is included for four of the eight sessions.
Fees: adult $244.40 seniors $185.52
Register with WebReg:
https://www.burnaby.ca/recreation-and-arts/programs-and-activities/how-to-register
Marianne Otterstrom – Fine & Performing Arts Programmer – Visual Arts
Phone: 604-205-3014
Email: marianne.otterstrom@burnaby.ca