Drawing: For the Absolute Beginner

Have you always wished that you could explore your artistic side, but didn’t know where to start? If so, this beginning drawing class is for you.

Drawing often is referred to as the single most accessible form of all the arts—all you need (to begin) is a sheet of paper, a pencil, a desire to learn the basics of this exciting art form, and an enthusiastic instructor who is skilled at working with beginners.

In this course, you’ll explore activities that develop hand/eye coordination; learn how to use specific methods to “see” your subject; and experiment with medium to create line, shape, texture and shaded form. Additionally, the instructor will make a variety of handouts available for you to take home for reference. Sketching between classes is encouraged, but certainly not required.

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Date/Time/Location

Tuesdays, March 16, 23, April 6, 13, 20, 27, May 4 (No class on March 30)
6:45 p.m. to 8:45 p.m.

UW-Eau Claire Campus

Presenter

Kim Yearman: Connecting Campus and Community

Kim Yearman is a local artist, designer and teacher who has taught adult art courses for many years. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree and teaching certification from Eastern Kentucky University and has over twenty years of experience in the fields of technical illustration, graphic design and art teaching. Kim acts as a substitute art teacher with the Eau Claire Area School district and maintains a vigorous schedule of freelance art activities creating original illustrations, drawings, and portraits for businesses as well as for local art-lovers and families. She enjoys working with a wide range of subject areas for her drawings, but her current area of interest focuses on dogs—specifically sporting dogs (having two Pointers herself).

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Supply List

We recommend purchasing items no sooner than two weeks prior to class. Art supplies should range from $30 to $50 depending on where you purchase them. Supplies are available at local art and craft stores or online art supply websites.

• 1 newsprint pad – 18” X 24”
• 1 drawing pad 18" X 24"
• 1 small size drawing pad - 9" x 12"
• Drawing pencils – 2H, H, HB, 2B, 4B, 6B (sold in individually or in sets)
• 1 small metal hand held pencil sharpener
• 1-2 standard Kneaded Eraser (rectangular/gray)
• 1 small zip-lock baggie to keep eraser(s) fresh
• 3-4 hard compressed charcoal sticks
• 1 tortillion (compressed paper smudge stick)
• 1 small piece of very fine (or fine) sandpaper
• 1 package willow charcoal sticks
• conte sticks, black, sanguine, white
• 1 fine-tipped black marker (Sharpie or similar style)
• 1 black ball-point pen or roller ball pen
• 1" drafting tape

OPTIONAL - large tote or handled paper portfolio carrying case helpful for sketchpads (in case of rain)/ luggage "carry-ons" (roller-style) are nice also for hauling supplies to and from class.

Fee

$155

Transfers/Cancellations:
You may cancel your registration up to 5 business days before a program’s start date, and we will refund your payment less a $25 administrative fee. If you cancel fewer than 5 business days prior to the program start date, no refund will be given. Full refund will be given if a program is cancelled or filled. You may substitute another person for your registration at any time. Call the Continuing Education Office (715-836-3636/toll free 866-893-2423) for assistance.

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