Drawing from observation, learn the traditional and contemporary methods of depicting the three-dimensional space, textures, patterns and hyper realistic details. Using the rules of the linear and atmospheric perspective the students will be able to create still life, landscape and there will be introduction to the figure, based on human anatomy, direct observation and individual techniques. Composition, light, tonal value, spatial relationships, perspective, and design principles are explored. A model will be present for the last two classes.

The cleanest and easiest medium to put creative ideas to paper. Learn techniques of layering, blending, and glazing in a direct format to create beautiful images that often belie the medium. Students can achieve impressionist, traditional, or expressive effects as they find their own voice through exploration of color and design.

The gateway to all the visual arts, learning to draw can be a fun and rewarding experience. Learn to draw realistically from observation with exercises that focus on line, shape, mark making, shading, perspective, and composition. Discover how to create the illusion of three- dimensional form and space on paper. Each teacher takes a different path to teaching fundamental drawing skills though demonstrations and individual attention. No Class July 22. Live Model for last 2 classes.

Drawing inspiration from masterworks in museums is a time honored tradition. Degas, Ingres, Delacroix, and Picasso each copied masterworks in the Louvre. Learn the fundamentals of drawing while finding inspiration in the Boca Raton Museum of Art galleries and sculpture garden. The class will also meet with the Chief Registrar to learn about the Museum collection of 19th and 20th century drawings. No Class June 11.

Using ink pens, on paper and/or sketchbooks, learn to create a wide variety of expressive lines and textures, crosshatching, washes and values. Study basic proportions, perspective and methods. We will begin working in the classroom and, weather permitting, meet at various outdoor places. Urban sketching with various techniques. No Class June 13.

Learn to draw proportionately and realistic using basic ?sighting? methods including perspective. Apply the six divisions of light and composition through the power of direct observation. Advanced students will explore techniques using line and innovative medium. Lessons emphasize how to translate focused observations into visual expression using a variety of drawing material. Discover the splendor of this time-honored discipline of drawing. No Class June 11.

Drawing from the nude model, learn the traditional method of depicting the human figure based on direct observation and timeless techniques. Gain an understanding of human anatomy from simple geometric forms to more complex structures of the body. Proportion, light, value, spatial relationships, perspective, and design principles are explored.

Discover how to use oil pastels to create beautiful, luminous drawings. Explore a variety of techniques such as creating color vibrations with simple side by side strokes like the impressionists or use more expressive techniques such as sgraffito to scratch through layers to reveal underpainting. Oil pastels offer students the opportunity to draw with paint. With oil pastels you can create colorful artwork without the use of smelly oil paint solvents or the dust of chalky pastels.

Learn to take full advantage of your camera?s operational potential and become proficient in using manual settings to create your own personal visions. Weekly projects, in addition to in-class workshops, reinforce hands-on experience for each student photographer. Discussions consider composition and the fundamentals that transform a good photograph into an outstanding piece of art. The advantages of digital technology are addressed, as well as the preparation of an image for printing.

Gain an in-depth understanding of the technical and aesthetic decisions that confront the experienced photographer. Weekly assignments challenge participants to exercise their unique visual awareness in a variety of styles and techniques. Post-processing and printing techniques are addressed as a means to help the photographer recognize their artistic potential.

Street photography is not just panning people with your camera. It is catching the interaction between individuals and the world around them as well as the background that tells a visual narrative. Learn techniques to capture special moments in time and space. The class meets in different locations throughout Palm Beach County and two sessions are scheduled on Saturdays. (No class 7/4.)