Portrait Drawing for Teens & Adults (Utah County)

Learn to Draw Portraits: Mastering Proportions

This class will start with learning the relative thirds and other proportions of the face, as we draw from different reference. Additionally we will study the planes of the head from all angles using a prop known as The Asaro Head. Demonstrations on each of the facial features will be practiced and finally we will draw from live models to capture type and likeness.

LOCATION:

Highland Community Center at 5378 W 10400 North Street, Highland, UT

INSTRUCTOR:

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

SUPPLY LIST:

1 18x24 SMOOTH Newsprint Pad
2 Conte 1710 B Charcoal Pencils
1 Kneaded Eraser
1 Sanding Block for Sharpening Charcoal Pencils
1 Single Edge Razor Blade
1 White Charcoal Pencil (White Pastel Pencil Will Work)
2 Sticks Vine Charcoal
1 HB Pencil
1 2B Pencil
1 4B Pencil
1 6B Pencil
1 18x24 White Drawing Paper Pad

DROP-INS:

This class IS open for drop-in students. All students (registered and drop-ins) must bring their own supplies. If you want to be able to drop-in to more classes, please consider getting one of our flex passes.

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 to come to a solution.

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.

MULTI-CLASS DISCOUNT:

When you register for more than one class, you can receive a discount up to 10% per class!

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.

LIVE MODELS:

All of our models are either in costumes or wearing nude colored undergarments. We do not use nude models for our classes.

DIFFICULTY REGISTERING?

Please call our main office for assistance! 801.474.3796