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Figure Drawing Classes Washington, D.C.

Unfortunately, no classes in-person in Washington, D.C. have spots left, but 5 classes live online are available.

Figure and Portrait Drawing Combined

92nd Street Y

Dive into anatomy and discover how to render realistic figures and portraits. Use graphite, charcoal, or your other favorite drawing medium to create lively drawings while honing your skills in understanding the proportions and intricacies of the human body. Work from live models via online video conferencing and participate in class demonstrations and discussions. For the Supply List, please CLICK HERE

Monday Nov 6th, 10am–12:30pm Eastern Time

 (6 sessions)

$345

6 sessions

Portrait and Figure Painting (All Levels)

92nd Street Y

Develop figure and portrait painting skills from observation of the live model.  Demonstrations in color mixing, establishing structure, proportion, and light and shadow theory will be presented in both gouache and oil mediums. Emphasis is on capturing the model’s gesture, likeness, and expression.  For Supply List please CLICK HERE. An access link will be emailed to you after purchase.

Monday Nov 6th, 1–3:30pm Eastern Time

 (6 sessions)

$345

6 sessions

Portrait Drawing: Black & White to Color

92nd Street Y

Work from live models via online video conferencing to develop expressive and dimensional drawings. Begin in graphite and move to colored pencils to create expressive drawings while honing your skills in understanding the proportions of human face. Click here for the supply list

Wednesday Nov 1st, 4–6:30pm Eastern Time

 (7 sessions)

$345

7 sessions

Quick Sketch Life Drawing

The Gallery Girls

Zoom Life Drawing *ONLINE* with a Model - Draw a live model in short poses & keep social with other artists while staying home. Draw a live model in Quick Sketch poses. (3s, 5, & 10s min poses) We will send you the link & passcode to the Zoom channel.

Thursday Oct 5th, 6–8pm Pacific Time

Beginners Comics and Cartooning Drawing

The Art Studio NY @ Online Classroom

Calling all creative comic book, manga, and cartoon drawing lovers who are eager to express themselves creatively AND have FUN in the process! In this engaging and inspiring comics, cartoons, and manga drawing art class, learn to express yourself creatively while tapping into your inner artist! Learn the fundamental techniques of drawing comics, cartoons and manga while unlocking your unique artistic voice and personal, authentic self-expression....

Wednesday Nov 8th, 7:30–9pm Eastern Time

 (7 sessions)

$275

7 sessions

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Friday Figure Drawing

Arts Club of Washington @ 2017 I St NW, Washington, DC 20006

Classical painter Teresa Oaxaca will coordinate figure drawing sessions Fridays from 10:30 am to 2 pm. Students at all levels are welcome at these uninstructed sessions using traditional drawing media.

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Figure Drawing

Washington Studio School @ 2129 S St NW, Washington, DC 20008

This class is for students with some prior drawing experience. Emphasizing the continued refinement of perceptual drawing skills, the course concentrates on the structure, movement and expressive qualities of the figure. Students work towards a personal sensibility through a variety of drawing materials.

No upcoming schedules
$455

10 sessions

Drop In Figure Drawing

Washington Studio School @ 2129 S St NW, Washington, DC 20008

WSS provides three opportunities each week for students and others to practice their figure work from the model in a monitored but non-instructed basis. We encourage all students to take advantage of these sessions! They are available to WSS students and outside artists as well.

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Portrait and Figure Drawing & Painting

Yellow Barn Studio @ 7300 MacArthur Blvd, Washington, DC 20812

Learn to draw and paint like the masters! We'll work from live models to focus on how to draw accurately, build 3-dimensional space with light and shadow, and develop a sophisticated understanding of color. For beginning to professional students. Model fee not included.  For students under the age of 18, you and your parent/guardian must obtain instructor permission prior to enrollment in this class.

No upcoming schedules
$318

10 sessions

Drawing: Figure

Stone Branch School of Art @ 1331-M Rockville Pike, Washington, DC 20852

In this class students will increase their understanding of and comfort with rendering the human figure. You will learn basic observation and measuring skills, and how to render the figure three-dimensionally through the use of light and shadows. Students will be able to create figure studies in pencil, charcoal and pastel.

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$260

6 sessions

Figure Drawing

The Art League @ 105 North Union St, Alexandria, VA 22314

Capture the figure quickly, accurately, and confidently. Draw from male or female models each week. Measuring, webbing, value, foreshortening, the head, and gesture drills are emphasized to build strong, well-placed beginnings. Weekly demos focus on sections of the body using construction and value, using simple inexpensive materials. Basic Drawing is helpful. Model fees are extra. Students need to purchase supplies for this class. A list of recommended...

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$205

9 sessions

Short Pose Figure

The Art League @ 105 North Union St, Alexandria, VA 22314

Short poses help students draw more intuitively an increase the flow and energy of a drawing. Well-placed proportionate and sensibly balanced figures are the goal, no matter how brief the time. Systems using simple shapes and options for economy are demonstrated. Poses are 3 to 20 minutes long in the media of the student's choosing.  Prerequisite: Beginning Figure Drawing.  Model fees extra.  

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$140

9 sessions

Figure Drawing Workshop

VisArts at Rockville @ 155 Gibbs St, Washington, DC 20850

In this two-week workshop, beginners through intermediate-level students will learn to draw the figure expressively through observation of live models. There will be an emphasis on training the eye to see angles, shapes, and distances.  The process of working from general forms to specific details will be explored, with a focus on proportion, anatomy, and patterns of light and shadow. Short and long poses will provide opportunities for dynamic...

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$85

2 sessions

Expressive Figure Drawing

The Art League @ 105 North Union St, Alexandria, VA 22314

Capture the vitality of the human form. Expressed through a combination of both classical and contemporary interpretations. This class concentrates on drawing the figure with confidence and energy. Students work from a model, exploring the relationships between rhythm of line, form, and contrast to create dynamic and inspired work.  The instructor conducts weekly demonstrations with charcoal, red chalk, and mixed media. Spontaneity is encouraged,...

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$200

9 sessions

Weekly Life Drawing

IA&A at Hillyer @ 9 Hillyer Ct NW, Washington, DC 20008

Our weekly Life Drawing series is an independent figure drawing class that allows students to work from a live model in your choice of mediums. While skill level is varied, there is no immediate instruction allowing each student to practice their drawing skills at their own pace. While easels, chairs and artistic ambiance are provided by Hillyer, artists are required to bring their own drawing materials.

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$45

5 sessions

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