Learn to Draw!
A drawing series that builds skills and curiosity.
Learn to Draw is a 6 class workshop led by our art instructor Dylan Draker. These classes are geared toward youth aged 11 to 15 years old. Sign up for the classes individually based on your interests or attend all of them for maximum art impact. Recieve 50% off Class 6 "Tying it All Together" when you sign up for all 6 classes. Each class is 2 hours in length.
Saturday Feb. 7th - The Basics: Let’s start from the ground up! In this class, we’ll get comfortable with different drawing tools and learn some techniques, including linework, shading, and turning simple shapes into amazing drawings. Each student will receive a starter kit of supplies to use in class and at home.
Saturday Feb. 14th - Come Alive!: Now that we’ve covered the basics, it’s time to make your drawings pop! We’ll learn how to bring characters and objects to life by adding contrast, depth, and perspective. You’ll also explore how to create a cool, balanced composition with strong focal points. Materials provided.
Saturday Feb. 21st - Getting Messy with Charcoal: Ready to get your hands a little dirty? In this class, we’ll experiment with charcoal and discover how to use blending, shading, and erasing to create dramatic effects. You’ll see how a bit of charcoal dust can turn into something amazing. Materials provided.
Saturday Feb. 28th - Ink: Ink is bold, fun, and full of possibilities! Learn how to draw with fountain pens and explore different inking styles. We’ll try everything from Van Gogh-style landscapes, to comic book characters, to creative calligraphy. Materials provided.
Saturday March 7th - Creating Comics: Put your storytelling skills to the test! Using what we’ve learned so far, you’ll create your own mini comic (called a zine). Learn how to design a character, plan a story, and turn your ideas into a short illustrated adventure. Materials provided.
Satuday March 14th - Tying it All Together: In our final class, you’ll get time to finish up a favourite project or explore a new one! We’ll have a fun, interactive art showcase where everyone can share their creations, talk about their process, and learn how to give and receive helpful feedback. Materials provided.
Sign up for all 6, recieve 50% off the last class "Tying it All Together!"
