Foundation Drawing

Foundation Drawing is an important and easy first step into drawing. Understanding the simplest forms of expression using fun and easy techniques allows endless possibilities to explore and create no matter how far you decide to go. In this course we will go over basics such as types of drawing tools and materials (pencils, pens, color pencil), some familiar and some new. We will talk about and demonstrate simple and fun exercises meant to instill confidence as well as solidify very strong skills. You will create a variety of drawings and images while you learn and grow artistically.

This is a great class for the beginner who has dreams of becoming an artist, or a boost for the self-taught artist who may need some guidance to achieve better art. 

Note: This is a basic drawing class meant to introduce or re-introduce your drawing hand and your creative brain to each other. For those of you who already have solid Foundation skills, draw often, or are good and just want to “get better”, I recommend instead that you consider taking the Organic Sketching course (check the class listings!)

Class is held at our SOUTH SALT LAKE location.

Instructor: Chris Maggio

Supply List: 

**Please have these supplies with you for the first class!

18 x 24 Drawing or Sketching pad… Sketch pads usually have more paper per pad than Drawing pads, and are cheaper

Sketch book… around 8 x 10 or 9 x 12 (there are a variety of sizes in that range). Not smaller than that! Prefer you get one with spiral binding, either on the top or the side.

Graphite Pencils… One each of 2B, 4B, 6B or 8B

1 Blending Stump… usually sold in small variety pack, otherwise get 1 that is roughly the thickness of a pencil.

Eraser Shield… This is a thin metal template, a little bigger than a credit card. Most art stores have them or online. You only need one.

1 Kneaded Eraser

1 White Plastic Eraser

Later in the course we will be needing:

Color Pencils… Recommend a mid-level set in a variety of colors (usually an 8 or 12 pack in a store-brand such as Michael’s is just fine). I will show you a variety of options so no need to buy them right away.

Minimum Enrollments and Refunds:

We need a minimum of 5 participants to be able to provide the class. If we don't reach our minimum enrollment, we may need to cancel the class. The best way to ensure your class goes on is to get your friends to join in on the fun!

This class is eligible for drop-in and Flex Pass users.

If you are unable to attend the class, we are able to process refunds up to 2 weeks before the first day of class. After that date, we can either transfer you into a different class or offer you a credit towards your account up to the first day of class.

Please contact our office if you have any questions.