Master Class! Open to all levels!
Dates: Tuesdays, January 14, 2025 – February 25, 2025
Time: 9 AM – 12 PM
Price: Members: $300, non-members: $350.
Unlock the secrets of figure drawing in this 6-week in-person Master Class led by renowned artist and educator Roberto Osti. Designed for artists eager to deepen their understanding of the human form, this class offers an immersive exploration of anatomy, structure, and drawing techniques essential for advancing your skills. Sign up today!
What You’ll Learn:
- Foundations of Figure Structure & Anatomy: Gain a comprehensive understanding of the human body’s complexity, moving beyond simple copying to truly “reading” and interpreting the figure.
- Drawing Techniques: Practice measuring, hatching, shading, and historical methods used by the Old Masters while working to develop your unique artistic style.
- Materials Mastery: Explore various drawing surfaces, papers, and tools, along with tips for preparing custom drawing surfaces to expand your creative possibilities.
Whether you’re looking to refine your technical skills or unlock new artistic expressions, this master class is your opportunity to transform your figure drawing abilities under the guidance of a true expert.
Spaces are limited! Don’t miss your chance to join this transformative experience. Sign up today and take the next step in your artistic journey!
Materials
- Graphite pencils in 4B, 2B, B, HB gradations;
- Drawing paper: a pad of Strathmore Drawing, series 400, 12” by 18” or 11” by 14” or Strathmore Bristol medium surface series 300, 11” by 14”.
- Blending stump, erasers (mars plastic, kneaded eraser, Chamois, General’s Factis mechanical eraser or Tombows Mono Zero mechanical eraser.
- Sharpening tools and sand paper
- Gray or tan toned paper, Strathmore charcoal will do but you can also try Canson, Mi teintes, Fabriano, Hahnemuhle, Stonhenge
- Compressed Charcoal pencils. Generals (in hard, medium, soft and extra soft gradations) is a good and cheap brand, Wolff’s Carbon (B, 2B, 4B, 6B) is excellent but a little more expensive.
- White chalk in pencils or sticks,
Class Highlights:
- Work from Life: Alternate weekly between male and female models, capturing the essence of live poses.
- Interactive Demonstrations: Begin each session with a 30-minute demonstration, where you’re encouraged to draw alongside Roberto and learn in real-time.
- Instructional Videos: Take the learning home with exclusive access to video tutorials covering key techniques and concepts discussed in class.
About Roberto Osti
Roberto Osti is a renowned artist, author, and educator specializing in figure drawing and human anatomy. With degrees in Anatomical Drawing and Fine Arts, he combines scientific precision with artistic mastery. Osti has authored several books, including Basic Human Anatomy and Dynamic Human Anatomy, and has taught at leading institutions like the New York Academy of Art and the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts. His engaging teaching style and deep expertise make him an ideal guide for artists looking to elevate their understanding of the human form.
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