Intro to Drawing

Course Description

Intro to Drawing is designed for younger students who are ready to move beyond casual drawing and start learning how drawing actually works. We focus on building confidence while developing foundational skills like observation, proportion, line quality, and basic shading. Throughout the semester students will learn how to draw what they see—not just what they imagine. We explore how shapes break down complex objects, how lines create movement and form, and how small adjustments can dramatically improve a drawing. Our goal is to create a supportive space where students are encouraged to try, adjust, and grow. Projects may include animals, everyday objects, imaginative scenes, and simple still life drawings. While projects change throughout the year, students are welcome—and encouraged—to take this class multiple times. Repeating the class helps reinforce core skills while introducing new subjects and challenges each year. This class is designed as a year-long curriculum with projects offered in both fall and spring. Students may join for a single semester or continue through the full year for expanded skill development. Each class is 75 minutes long and meets on Fridays from 1:30-2:45pm. Students are encouraged to practice at home, though no formal homework is assigned. The Fall semester runs August 26 through November 20. The studio will be closed October 21–23 for Fall Break. *For planning purposes, our spring semester will run February - April with one week in March for Spring Break. Registration for the spring semester will open towards the middle-end of fall semester. SUPPLIES Students should bring their own drawing supplies and paper. A supply list will be provided after registration. PAYMENT INFO A one-time $25 family registration fee applies each semester, regardless of the number of children or classes your family enrolls in. Due to limitations with our online checkout system, the registration fee may appear to be included with each class during checkout. Don't worry—we review all homeschool registrations and will automatically adjust or refund any duplicate registration fees on our end. No action is required from you. The remaining balance may be paid before the first class or split into monthly payments due in September, October, and November.