Cath Hughes

Description

Explore the creative possibilties of mixed media and sculpture in this hands-on studio course! Working with a range of traditional and unconventional materials, you will experiment and combine various forms and textures to build imaginative three-dimensional artworks. Through play, discovery, and curiousity, you will learn sculptural techniques and understand how materials can express your artistic voice. This course encourages bold creative expression as you bring your ideas to life in unexpected and innovative ways.

Pre-requisites

No prerequisites.

Description

Immerse yourself in a world of creativity with Drawing and Painting. This course explores traditional, technical, and experimental drawing and painting techniques to help you develop your creative voice and work with different media. Through various exploratory in-class assignments and projects, you will learn about color theory, composition, and perspective, develop a keen eye for detail and observation, and expand your creative potential. From graphite and charcoal to acrylic and mixed media, you will learn both drawing and painting skills, experiment to combining drawing and painting techniques, discover how to bring your vision to life, and evolve your personal creative style. Whether you want time to cultivate your creativity and imagination, or are looking for a powerful outlet to visually express your thoughts and ideas, this course incorporates a range of techniques from traditional to contemporary. This course is suited for those new to drawing and painting, as well as those interested in discovering new mediums for their drawing or painting practice. Working in the Emily Carr University studio, your instructor will guide you and your peers through various prompts and projects, providing individual and group critiques to support your evolution as an artist.

Pre-requisites

No prerequisites.

Description

Drawing centres on observation, fostering creativity through imagination and the visual communication of ideas. Start an artistic exploration like no other, where traditional, technical, and experimental drawing techniques converge to help you perceive the world around you in exciting new ways. Through various exploratory in-class assignments and projects, you will learn different drawing techniques to expand your creative potential. From graphite and charcoal to pastels and mixed media, you will discover how to bring your vision to life through drawing, evolving from quick sketches to completed compositions that reflect your own style. This course is suited for those new to drawing, as well as anyone who is wanting to discover new ways of making. Working in the drawing studios at Emily Carr University, you will respond to drawing prompts and exercises, and explore personal interests through assignments, while engaging in peer and instructor-led feedback.

Pre-requisites

No prerequisites.

Description

Life drawing allows artists to study the human body in detail, gaining a deep understanding of anatomy, proportions, and the nuances of form. This skill is invaluable for creating believable representations of the human figure, whether your goal is realism, or creative expressions infused with your unique artistic voice and style. Develop your observational and life drawing skills in this immersive Life Drawing workshop. Through a range of exercises, you will learn how to use gesture, line, proportion, composition, volume and form to draw from a life model. This workshop is equally about experimentation of style and technical skill building. An excellent compliment to drawing, illustration and animation practices, as well as an important practice on its own, this workshop will help you build confidence in your drawing skills.

Material List: Be prepared for your course. Download the material list to source and purchase your supplies before your first class.

Pre-requisites

No prerequisites.