Fundamentals for Drawing and Other 2D Art Forms

From 38.12 C$ /h

All parts of two dimensional art are based in the core components of shape, line, form, color, texture, value, and rhythm. This class will serve as a crash course in how to identify the parts of a whole subject and translate it into whichever medium you wish to try.

Class time will be spent constructing subjects using shape, exploring forms of still life's, implementing and explaining the use of references, understanding basic lighting and shadow, applying line weight, understanding basic color theory, and sharing techniques used to successfully portray an artistic subject.

The lessons are suited for absolute beginners, people wanting to try a new hobby or grow a passion. More experienced artists will also be able to participate by having a positive environment for constructive critiques, to enhance their skills and techniques, or to simply seek advice and communication with a fellow artist.

Extra information

Bring any materials you might require for your medium of choice, e.g. paints, brushes, charcoal, drawing tablet etc.
Traditional art will require at least a basic HB or B pencil (a full range of pencils is recommended), an eraser, and a sketchbook/paper/canvas.
Digital art will require your drawing device and program of your choice.
If there is a specific artistic subject or reference you wish to focus on, please bring all related materials.

Location

Online from United States

About Me

Hello! I am an Artist from South Africa currently based in the U.S.A! I have a wide range of skills and experience in multiple different artistic mediums (pencil, charcoal, pen and ink, oil paint, acrylics, watercolor, digital design, ceramics, papier mache, and more!).

I particularly enjoy teaching to students with a definite passion for their subject. Enthusiasm and openness are huge defining traits for me, I enjoy sharing my time and abilities with those who share an eagerness to improve and experience the joy of creating. I am dedicated to helping students improve through constructive critiques as well as promoting growth and enjoyment.

My teaching style is quite loose and based on the student's goals, expectations, experience, and medium. I do implement structure and planning but am flexible when it comes to making adjustments. I try to make the more 'boring' subjects entertaining and creative, what 'still life' wouldn't be improved with a dragon?

I welcome everyone from beginners with no experience in art but want to try out a new hobby or skill, to seasoned artists who just need a space for critiques and advice!

Education

Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College graduate with an Associates in Fine Arts with High Honors, Current Junior at University of NC Asheville with a pending Bachelors degree in Fine Arts, Major in Fine Arts: Sculpture concentration, Minor in Biology, GPA: 3.96.

Experience / Qualifications

-2025 Associates in Fine Arts in Visual Art
-2025 Group Exhibition by "Mall Rats" at the Asheville Mall
-2024 Published in the "Rhapsodist Art Journal 2024 Edition"
-2024 Group Exhibition "AB-Tech Student Art Show" at Asheville Buncombe Technical Community College.
-2023 Group Exhibition "AB-Tech Student Art Show" at Asheville Buncombe Technical Community College.
-2023 Winner of the 2D design division of the AB-Tech Student Art Show
-2021-2023 Framer at "Micheal's"

Age

Children (7-12 years old)

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

60 minutes

90 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Skills

Drawing & sketching

Painting

Digital arts

Availability of a typical week

(GMT -04:00)

New York

Online via webcam

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

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Sun

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04-08

08-12

12-16

16-20

20-24

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