Advanced Observation Drawing (ages 13-adult)
One object, Multiple techniques: learn to use a variety of techniques and media to observe and draw the same object in different ways. Discuss the benefits, challenges, limitations, potential, and uses of these techniques.
Japanese Garden inspired Nature scenes: identify shapes, textures, and patterns that repeat and balance to create a nature scene.
Drawing Furniture: use proportion, line, and texture to draw furniture you can see starting with chairs and stools.
Self-portrait still-life: select a collections of objects that capture this moment in your life then work with me to design your final self-portrait still-life project (does not include your face or figure).
6-8 week session includes these or similar projects based on student’s interest and skill level. (Projects, themes, and/or skills from the Introduction to Observation Drawing and Advanced Observation Drawing workshops can also be adjusted for older students.)
IU Greenhouse 2004
Japanese Garden pen drawing - teacher example
Japanese Garden pen drawing - teacher example
Drawing of Skyscraper bookcase by Paul Frankl- teacher example
"Desk, about 1953" by Italian artist Gio Ponti (1891-1979). Walnut, marble, copper, and plastic. Denver Art Museum. Drawing by Hilary Cannon Anderson May 2019
Self-portrait "Knitter" - teacher example