Online Intro to Drawing Class

This class is available online and safe in-studio - Click here for the safe in-studio class.

Please note: Online Class times are in Pacific Standard Time

This fun and informative class is ideal for beginners as well as students returning to art classes after a long absence. Basic skills are learned or rekindled with this historic medium. Students will focus on developing measuring and drawing skills, as well as honing sensitivity in the hand. 

Unique projects in Linda’s curriculum improve hand-to-eye coordination while teaching how to measure for proportion. Best practices for sketching and shading with graphite pencil are taught in order to produce dimension, perspective and texture on paper. Students create line and tone drawings for their portfolios or enjoyment. Learn how to bring flat drawings to 3-D life!

Ideal for those interested in drawing for fine art, cartoons, commercial or book illustration and storyboards.

This Beginners Class is ideal for kids, teens, adults and seniors wanting to try their hand at drawing.

Tuition includes instruction and a project booklet the student may keep.

Supplies Needed

One Class:
    • 2H Graphite Pencil
    • Kneaded Eraser
    • Strathmore 300-series sketch paper

• Metal Sharpener

    • Table Easel

    • Proportional Divider

Four Classes:

    • 2H Graphite Pencil
    • HB Graphite Pencil
    • 4B Graphite Pencil
    • Kneaded Eraser
    • Strathmore 300-series sketch paper
    • Metal Sharpener
    • Medium-Sized Tortillons

• Metal Sharpener

    • Table Easel

    • Proportional Divider

Additional Items Needed:
    • Scissors
    • Pad of Post-it Notes
    • Table Easel (cookbook stand acceptable)

Prerequisites:

This class is a basic prerequisite and must be taken before moving on. Students will finish the class with a collection of completed graphite drawings and the certificate of completion necessary to move up to the next level.

None but student must print out the Project Booklet pages specified by the Instructor prior to class.

This class allows for open ended scheduling, meaning students will be able to book their specific dates with the school once they have enrolled. The dates listed in the options can be changed after enrolling, but once you have selected dates you will be subject to the school's cancellation policy.

Online Art Classes FAQ

What will be included in my Online Art Class Package?

One purchase includes a Zoom link + I.D. to your live, online class. The class will be delivered via Zoom and feature a live, professional instructor, Linda Wehrli, who will walk you through a lesson as described above. You will have the opportunity to ask questions as well as
participate from home.

How many people is my purchase good for?

Each purchase is good for one "device" (i.e. one computer, phone, tablet, etc.you'll be logging in from). This ensures we don't get more people in
the class than the instructor can handle. Though we understand some people live together and will be working/learning together, the intent
is that each class still allows for the same attention to attendees as if students purchased separately. Please be respectful of this!

Will I need anything from home to use in the class?

You will need a reliable Internet connection as well as a computer or device with which you can access your virtual class. We recommend you
arrive to class 5-10 minutes early to ensure you're able to set up your device and connection. You will need the materials listed under  the "Supplies Needed" section above. If you would like to purchase the supplies directly from the studio for pick-up, please email [email protected].

Am I able to ask questions or interact with the class?

Yes, you'll both be able to ask questions using the chat function in Zoom as well as at certain intervals during the class via voice/audio. If the class winds up being on the smaller side, more
spontaneous interaction/questions will be encouraged.

I've never taken an art class before! Are beginners welcome?

Yes! The Online Intro to Drawing Packages are ideal for beginners and students returning to art after a long absence.