Drawing: Open Studio – The Costumed Figure

Tuesdays, June 5 – 26 / 1 – 4 pm

Using media of choice, students will explore costume, texture, and style in this open studio class. Drawing from a live model, students will explore textural costumes, lighting and form in this dynamic class for all skill levels. The instructor will be present to coordinate class and offer instruction upon request. Both male and female costumed models will be posed and drawn.

Instructor: Jerry Stinson
Ages: Adult (15+) / All Levels

The following are suggested basic supplies – all media are welcome, so please bring whatever supplies you need for whichever media you are using.

Drawing board
– 20”x 26” or larger (light-weight masonite works best) 
– Newsprint pad – 18”x 24” – rough surface recommended 
– Bull dog clamps or similar to attach pad to board 
Medium and Support Items
– Vine charcoal, thin and fat pieces 
– Choice of conte crayon, 6B graphite pencil or sticks, china marker, compressed charcoal, carbon pencils, or any suitable medium for drawing on newsprint
– Large kneaded eraser 
– Pink pearl eraser
– Portable pencil sharpener or utility knife (best for soft/medium pencils) 
– Clean small rags 
– Sandpaper pad for sharpening drawing mediums 
– Stumps for blending (optional)