UC Cast Drawing

Build foundational drawing skills by observing and learning proportions and structure of the head and figure. Various white casts lit with different lighting angles will increase students knowledge of how light and shadow fall over form.

Cast drawing has served as a foundational cornerstone of artistic training for centuries, bridging the gap between observation and anatomical understanding in the study of the head and figure. This rigorous discipline involves rendering white plaster reproductions of classical sculptures. Because casts are static, monochromatic, and unchanging, they provide an ideal, controlled environment to study the structure, proportion, and tonal gradations of light and shadow without the distraction of color or the limitation of a moving live model.

MONTHLY TOPIC BREAKDOWN:

September: blocking in from a cast in general geometric shapes and learning to organize values into 5 basics, 2 in the darks, 1 middle value, and 2 in the lights

October: Studying the same cast from different angels and lighting set-ups. Shadow mapping and creating proper edges.

November\Dec. Bringing a Figure cast up to a full finish in proper proportions.

SKILLS TAUGHT IN THIS CLASS:

Students will increase in understanding proportion and measurement.
Organizing of values will sharpen graphic read of the subject
Finishing techniques including glazing, hatching, and lifting light with an eraser will be practiced. Accuracy and exactness in execution will be the goal.

SUPPLY LIST:

1 18x24 Smooth Newsprint pad of paper
1 18x24 White Drawing, Sketching pad of paper
2 18x24 sheets of Gray toned paper
3 Charcoal 1710B Conte Pencils
1 single edge razor blade for sharpening pencils
1 kneaded eraser
1 small roll masking tape
Sketch book any size.
pencils 2H, HB, 2B

THERE WILL BE NO CLASSES THE WEEK OF THANKSGIVING!!!!

LOCATION IN UTAH COUNTY:

Highland Community Center

5378 W 10400 N St., Highland, UT 84003

Search for "Highland Community Center" for easiest directions.

INSTRUCTOR:
This class is taught by Shelley Young. Learn more about our instructors at https://www.visualartinstitute.org/art-faculty

DROP-INS:

This class IS open for drop-in students. Students can register online for a specific date or purchase a Flex Pass. Everyone is responsible for bringing their supplies for the class.

REFUND POLICY:

We are only able to offer refunds up to 2 weeks before the start of class. We do not offer refunds or credits or make-up classes to students who miss class.

TRANSFER POLICY:

We may be able to transfer you to a different class depending on space availability.

CLASS CANCELLATION:

We find that students learn better in larger groups. If we feel the number of registrations is too low to promote a good learning environment, we may cancel the class. In the event we cancel a class, we will reach out to you as soon as possible.

TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM:

We try to make our classes as accessible to everyone as possible. We are able to offer a limited number of tuition assistance scholarships each term. You can complete an application on our website or call our office for assistance applying. Applications are available in Spanish and English.

MULTI-CLASS DISCOUNT:

When you register for more than one class, you can receive a discount up to 10% per class! You must call and register through the front office for this discount.

ADA ACCESSIBILITY & ACCOMMODATIONS:

Our classrooms are ADA accessible. Some courses may involve tasks or activities that may be difficult for individuals with limited strength, difficulty bending over, and sitting or standing for long periods of time. We are happy to work with students to find solutions to make their experience positive and doable. For example, wheel throwing takes arm strength and bending over the wheel. Students may work on hand-building projects instead of throwing. Please reach out to our office to discuss your needs.

DIFFICULTY REGISTERING?

Please call our main office for assistance! 801.474.3796 or email us at [email protected]