Jun 1st
2–4pm CDT
Meets 4 Times
Learn the fundamentals of drawing in Chicago with beginner classes that cover techniques such as shading, perspective, and composition to help participants develop their artistic skills.
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Discovery Center @ 4318 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL
Unleash your creativity and transform doodles into masterpieces with the guidance of expert instructors. Explore various techniques and styles to enhance your drawing skills in this immersive course at the renowned Discovery Center. Prepare to be amazed by your artistic abilities.
Jun 1st
2–4pm CDT
Meets 4 Times
Jun 4th
6–8pm CDT
Meets 4 Times
Jul 9th
6–8pm CDT
Meets 4 Times
Jul 13th
2–4pm CDT
Meets 4 Times
Aug 20th
6–8pm CDT
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Aartwerk Studio @ 1141 W Granville Ave, Chicago, IL
Unleash your creativity and hone your artistic skills with our comprehensive drawing course. Learn fundamental techniques, explore various mediums, and develop your unique artistic style under the guidance of experienced instructors at Aartwerk Studio. Join us on a creative journey where your passion for drawing will flourish.
May 18th
11am–1pm CDT
Meets 7 Times
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Unleash your creativity and enhance your artistic skills with a comprehensive course that covers the essential techniques and principles of drawing. Dive into the world of lines, shapes, shading, and perspective to bring your imagination to life on paper. Elevate your artistic abilities and explore the fundamental aspects of creating captivating drawings.
Jun 10th
9:30am–12:30pm CDT
Meets 12 Times
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Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Dive into the principles of abstraction and discover innovative techniques to create captivating and thought-provoking artworks. Elevate your artistic skills and bring a fresh perspective to your creations.
Jun 12th
9:30am–12:30pm CDT
Meets 12 Times
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Learn the art of depicting the human form convincingly in portraiture and figurative paintings at the Evanston Art Center. This course will teach you anatomical subtleties and how to interpret them from life using charcoal, red, and white chalk. Explore the function and form of bones, muscles, and tendons to enhance your artistic skills.
Jun 12th
6:30–9:30pm CDT
Meets 12 Times
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Explore artistic techniques and concepts to create a compelling body of work that reflects your unique artistic voice. Elevate your portfolio with guidance from experienced instructors in a supportive and inspiring environment.
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Dive into the essentials of observational drawing with our comprehensive course. From basic geometric forms to intricate subjects, master a range of techniques using graphite, conte crayon, and ink. Receive expert guidance through weekly demonstrations and critiques, ensuring each student enhances their ability to create realistic yet artistic drawings.
Jun 14th
1–3pm CDT
Meets 12 Times
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Refine your portrait drawing and painting skills with personalized guidance and the freedom to work in color or focus solely on drawing techniques. Unleash your creativity in capturing the essence of the model through poses spanning 2-3 weeks. View the instructor's recommended supply list for a head start on this artistic journey.
Jun 16th
10am–1pm CDT
Meets 9 Times
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Unlock your artistic potential and enhance your drawing skills with this dynamic course for experienced artists. Explore advanced techniques and concepts under the guidance of skilled instructors.
Jun 12th
9:30am–12:30pm CDT
Meets 6 Times
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Discover the secrets of successful drawing as you learn various techniques and materials at the prestigious Evanston Art Center. Unleash your creativity and develop essential skills in composition, value patterns, and still-life drawing using charcoal, graphite, and micro pens.
Jun 13th
6:30–8:30pm CDT
Meets 5 Times
Jul 25th
6:30–8:30pm CDT
Meets 6 Times
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature with Pen & Ink Plein Air. Explore outdoor settings, capturing landscapes and architectural details with micron pens, brush pens, and more. Let your creativity flourish as you sketch and paint en plein air, transforming scenes into stunning works of art.
Jun 13th
9:30am–12:30pm CDT
Meets 5 Times
Jul 25th
9:30am–12:30pm CDT
Meets 5 Times
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Unleash your creativity and hone your drawing skills in the great outdoors with an immersive observational drawing class. Join us in and around Evanston as we explore the urban landscape, mastering the elements of linear perspective, observational drawing, and color.
Jun 14th
10am–12pm CDT
Meets 6 Times
Jul 26th
10am–12pm CDT
Meets 6 Times
The Paintbrush @ 2446 N Clark St, Chicago, IL
Introduce your little ones to the world of art through hands-on lessons at The Paintbrush. Join us for a creative adventure where toddlers and preschoolers can explore various artistic techniques like drawing, painting, and collaging. Don't miss out on the fun in our art-themed playroom!
Jun 18th
4:20–5:20pm CDT
Meets 5 Times
Jun 22nd
11:50am–12:50pm CDT
Meets 5 Times
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Embark on your artistic journey with our Beginning Drawing class, focusing on representational techniques and fundamental concepts. Explore the nuances of line, shape, value, and perspective while working with graphite and charcoal mediums. Engage in hands-on demonstrations and presentations to develop your drawing skills with confidence and precision.
Evanston Art Center @ Interactive Online Classroom via Zoom, Chicago, IL
Welcome to the world of drawing! Get an introduction to the fundamentals of observational drawing using the simplest of tools - the pencil. Students will learn to use line, light and shadow to make still life drawings that offer a realistic yet artistic image. Perfect for students without drawing experience and a good refresher if it's been a little while since you've drawn. Skill Level: Beginner This interactive online ...
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Learn about fundamental drawing concepts: line, shape, form, value, proportion, and perspective. Emphasis is on representational drawing of still life arrangements and other subjects. Use graphite and charcoal with confidence. With short presentations and demonstrations, explore concepts, application techniques, and drawing examples. This interactive online class is presented via Zoom. You will be emailed Zoom meeting instructions, including...
Get grounded in the basics of drawing and artistic expression. Explore basic techniques and subject matter to experimentation in media and imagery. Beginning with pencil, charcoal, pastel and moving to ink and collage, you will explore self-expression through the subject matter of still-life, interior space, the figure and abstraction. Jumpstart your art in this supportive, creative environment. Skill Level: Beginner In-person class...
Welcome to the world of drawing! Get an introduction to the fundamentals of observational drawing using the simplest of tools - the pencil. Students will learn to use line, light and shadow to make still-life drawings that offer a realistic yet artistic image. Perfect for students without drawing experience and a good refresher if it's been a little while since you've drawn. This interactive online class is presented via Zoom. You will...
Explore drawing skills with Scratchbord – India ink on a clay-based paint on top of Masonite. Claybord is the same thing, only without the India ink. Special inks made for the board will be explored with unique effects. Skill Level: Beginner This interactive online class is presented via Zoom. Please download Zoom prior to your first class. You will be emailed Zoom meeting instructions, including a unique URL and meeting ID,...
The Paintbrush @ 2446 N Clark St, Chicago, IL
Unleash your creativity and master the art of drawing in this exclusive class designed for adults. Discover the fundamental techniques and develop your skills with the guidance of expert instructors. Join us now and embark on a captivating artistic journey!
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