Expressive Figure Drawing Worskshop with Katelyn Chapman

In this 5-week workshop, we will explore ways to draw the human form that capture both the liveliness and expression of each model as well as their likeness and personality.  We will experiment with traditional and mixed-media techniques to link representation and abstraction. With art historical references, live models, instructor demonstrations, and careful observation, emphasis will be placed on light, line, and form to gain understanding of gestures and human anatomy that is essential to the artist.

Dates: Wednesday October 23, October 30, November 6, November 13, November 20 | 5:30pm-7:30pm

This class is great for folks new to figure drawing and those with a little more experience. Prior knowledge of foundational drawing skills is recommended.

Required materials for participants to bring:

1 Newsprint or Drawing Pad 18"x24"

1 Mixed Media Pad 18”x24” (watercolor or mixed media paper like Canson brand 140 lb is recommended)

Provided Materials by the Gibbes:

Elegant Writer Calligraphy pens

Watercolor/Ink Brushes of various sizes

Cups for water

India Ink

Bamboo Pens

Woody Pencils

Bob’s Vine Charcoal (or similar vine charcoal)

Compressed Charcoal

Factis Black Erasers

Blending Sponges

Mechanical/Retractable Erasers

Kneaded Erasers

Spray Fixative (optional)

Register for the 5 Week Workshop

$300 Members | $350 Non-members