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Learn the fundamentals of drawing and painting in Chicago with classes that cover everything from figure drawing to watercolor techniques. Gain the skills and confidence to create stunning artwork in various mediums.

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Oil Painting Class IV - Beginners

Ausrine's Arts Room

This is forth class of five for students who would like to gain basic knowledge in oil painting, methods and materials.

(7) Beginner 16 and older
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Oil Painting Class V - Beginners

Ausrine's Arts Room

Fifth and the last class of five for students who would like to gain basic knowledge in oil painting, methods and materials. This is the final class for the semester and critique/discussion will happen during the extra hour after the class.

(7) Beginner 16 and older
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Abstract Oil Painting III

Ausrine's Arts Room

This is intermediate class for students who are interested in developing own style in abstract oil painting. Some oil painting experience required .

(7) Intermediate 16 and older
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Explorations in Color

Ausrine's Arts Room

Oil painting class for students who needs more knowledge about creating and applying color hues, saturation, texture and process of discovering own color language. Session of 6 classes. All levels of experience are welcome. Acrylic will be an option. $75.00 per one 2 hours session per person.

(7) All levels 14 and older
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Oil Painting 101

Ausrine's Arts Room @ 1123 Florence Ave, Chicago, IL

Oil Painting class for starters. Students will learn how to use and chose oil paints, color mixing techniques, application techniques, color theory, composition, line and shape. Session of 5 classes.

(7) Beginner 16 and older
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Intro to Watercolor (Online)

The Morton Arboretum @ **Virtual Classroom

Learn to use watercolor to capture nature in color.  In this four-week class, you will learn watercolor techniques such as laying a wash, glazing, and dry brush. Work under the guidance of your instructor to practice techniques with simple exercises, and complete several small pieces throughout the course.  If you don’t have supplies, no problem! Purchase a supply kit for an affordable $15, and enjoy the opportunity to develop your...

(15) Beginner 16 and older
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$110

4 sessions

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Colored Pencil: Exotic Plants

Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL

The Chicago Botanic Garden’s Greenhouses contain many exotic plants, displayed in facsimiles of their native habitats, which students will use as subjects. Draw from life in the Greenhouses, making studies of the intricate plant structures and colors, then return to the studio to translate studies into compositions. Work in graphite leading to finished work in colored pencil, using all the techniques introduced in earlier colored pencil courses....

(127) All levels 18 and older
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$312

6 sessions

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Botanical Drawing in Colored Pencil

Evanston Art Center

Through layering, blending and color mixing, colored pencil allows you to create vibrant works of art featuring flowers and plants.  In this workshop, you will learn the basics of colored pencil techniques with specifically with botanical subjects as your inspiration. Lyndsay is certified in botanical art; she serves as a co-president for a local botanical art group, and is an active member of the American Society of Botanical...

(83) All levels 18 and older
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Abstract Oil Painting IV

Ausrine's Arts Room

Abstract oil painting forth class of five for students with basic knowledge of oil paint, methods and materials. This is a third class. Students can join class at any time.

(7) Intermediate 16 and older
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Abstract Oil Painting V

Ausrine's Arts Room

This is fifth of five ,abstract, oil painting class for students who have some basic knowledge of oil paint, materials and methods. (Students are encouraged to sign for a block of 5 classes). This is the final class for the semester and critique/discussion will happen during the extra hour after the class.

(7) Intermediate 16 and older
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Oil Painting - Intermediate

Ausrine's Arts Room @ 1123 Florence Ave, Chicago, IL

This is intermediate class for students who are interested in developing own style in abstract oil painting. Some oil painting experience required.

(7) Intermediate 16 and older
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Field Skething (Ages 16+)

Evanston Art Center

Fill your sketchbook with observations of the natural world surrounding you! We’ll improve our observational drawing skills with basic drawing exercises, color mixing, and guided practice, while exploring a different location around Evanston or Chicago each class.  No experience necessary, although a car is recommended to get to the different class locations. Please note that our first class will take place online, via Zoom, in order for us...

(83) All levels 16 and older
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Botanical Drawing: Fruits and Vegetables (Ages 16+)

Evanston Art Center

Working from life, study the textures and patterns of different fruits and vegetables in order to create realistic graphite drawings. Learn how to portray the variety of bumps, ridges, roots and leaves found in nature. Though we will work mostly in pencil, we will move to ink in the last few classes. Notes: This interactive online class is presented via Zoom. Please download Zoom prior to your first class: www.zoom.us You will be emailed...

(83) All levels 16 and older
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Sketching Nature in Colored Pencil (Ages 16+)

Evanston Art Center

Build your confidence in colored pencil by looking at the world around us. Moving between detailed work and quick sketches, move close up into subjects such as water and feathers, and zoom out with entire landscapes. The skills in this class are useful for nature journaling, those times when you want to capture your surroundings quickly and easily. Note: This interactive online class is presented via Zoom. Please download Zoom prior to your...

(83) All levels 16 and older
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Adult Basic Drawing

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!

(4) Beginner 15 and older
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$225

7 sessions

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Drawing III, Figure

Aartwerk Studio @ 1141 W Granville Ave, Chicago, IL

In this course we shall start with proportion and foreshortening of the human figure, at which point we’ll simplify the figure geometrically. We shall further explore gesture and character of the human form through study and croquis (quick-sketch) using a live model. Students will also learn basic anatomy of the human body and head. Towards the end of the course a class will be dedicated solely to portrait drawing. Students are strongly encouraged...

(12) Advanced 16 and older
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$270

8 sessions

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Spring Botanicals in Colored Pencil (Ages 16+)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Spring brings bright and beautiful subjects for botanical drawing. Through careful study of various flowers, you will work your way from loose sketching to detailed colored pencil drawings. We will be covering essential pencil techniques such as layering and burnishing, as well as the basics of color mixing and composition. Required Materials: Please bring the first day: Drawing pencils and erasers. Sketchbook of your preferred paper and type. ...

(83) Beginner 16 and older
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$195

5 sessions

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Water Color Painting Ages 6-8

Art Side Out Studio & MASK SHOP @ 4041 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL

Students explore beginner’s watercolor techniques and color theory. Each student will learn how to work within their own watercolor pans, let their brushes lead the way, and even explore some exciting special effects. Instructor, Savannah Flores is currently finishing up her Masters in Art Therapy at the Adler School of Professional Psychology and has been teaching since 2010.

Beginner 6 - 8 years old
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$200

9 sessions

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