Drawing the Human Figure (beginners) - (WTD15)

The human figure is one of the most portrayed themes in the history of art. In this series of classes we will see how to represent the human figure in many different ways. There will be a brief intro with examples, then you will sketch and draw from classic artworks and/or some photographs for the rest of the workshop time. These are not demonstration classes; They are live on Zoom, not pre-recorded.

For this class you need to have some drawing paper, A4 to A3 size, some regular charcoal (not compressed), from diameters 0.5 to 1 cm, a piece of cotton cloth to clean, a kneaded eraser. If you prefer, instead, have a 6B graphite pencil and a sharpener or a black ink pen.

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Drawing From a Work of Art - Studying the Masters (I)

Continuing with the series of Drawing and Painting Classes, Ways to Draw and Paint, this time we will see what the most important elements of the visual language are and how they are all put together to make a composition. Before doing our own drawings or paintings we need to study what the artists that came before us did in the past, those great works of art teach us big lessons, so let's learn from the masters and their works.

Have some paper and art supplies on hand to make your own work of art. You'll get more instructions when you get the confirmation email after registering for this workshop.

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Drawing With Charcoal - Drawing and Painting Classes Online (WTD14)

Charcoal is one of the simplest and noblest artistic materials that we can use to draw. There are many ways to apply it, although in this class it will be the simplest way. Charcoal smudges, smears, can be blended and erased easily. There will be a brief intro with examples and a mini-demo, then you will draw after some photographic references during the rest of the time. This is not a demo class, and it's not recorded previously.

For this class you need to have some drawing paper, A4 to A3 size, some regular charcoal (not compressed), from diameters 0.5 to 1 cm, a piece of cotton cloth to clean, a kneaded eraser.

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Drawing Animals (I) - Ways to draw - Drawing and Painting Classes (WTD10)

Today we'll try to spot the important things that help us build a drawing. Axis, shapes, proportions, etc. Then we'll draw after photos.

There are many different ways to draw but one of the most common is to spot the main axis, the simplest basic shapes, the proportions as a way to build our figures. This time we´'ll be paying attention to these, then make our drawings based on some photographic references.

You´'ll need to have: A4 to A3 drawing paper - Charcoal, Colored pencils, graphite pencil or a ballpoint pen - Kneaded/regular eraser - If using charcoal you'´ll need a piece of cloth to clean - Pencil Sharpener

This online class is designed for beginners (ages 14 and up). The vacancies are few. This is not a demo class, and it's not pre-recorded. Sometimes the topic of a class might be the same but the class is not, and neither the activities or images we draw.

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Colored Pencils (II) - Ways to Draw - Drawing and Painting Classes (WTD09)

Sunday, October 22  · ·  6:00pm - 7:30pm  New York (EST) 

Can we mix colored pencils of different types? What happens when we use some water on our drawing? Can we make new colors after the the pencils we already have? In this second class we'll try to solve this out and much more. Then, we'll draw after some photo reference during the rest of the time. This is not a demo class, and it's not recorded previously.

For this class you need to have some colored pencils, preferably, watercolor pencils, or the ones you already have. Have a couple of white sheets of drawing paper, A4 size will be OK, and much better if they have some kind of texture. You might need an eraser, too (kneaded and a regular one) and a sharpener. Since we are going to experiment with water, you might need some extra paper to make some proofs, and also a piece of watercolor paper (any similar to Canson Montval), some synthetic fiber brushes - round or flat - a couple of water containers, some toilet/kitchen paper, piece pf cloth to dry the water from the brushes.

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Colored Pencils (I) - Ways to Draw - Drawing and Painting Classes (WTD08)

Sunday, October 15  · ·  6:00pm - 7:30pm  New York (EST) 

What are the differences between the diverse types of colored pencils? Can I use water to make a wash, to dissolve the pigments? What about mixing them to make new colors? We´ll try to solve this out and much more in the first part of these two classes, 15 and 22 of October. Then, we'll draw after some photo reference during the rest of the time. This is not a demo class, and it's not recorded previously.

For this class you need to have some colored pencils, no need to have too many, grab the ones you already have, if you have some, then we'll see what we can do. After this workshop you can get some others in case you need or want to. Have a couple of white sheets of drawing paper, A4 size will be OK, and much better if they have some kind of texture. You might need an eraser, too (kneaded and a regular one) and a sharpener.

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Drawing and Sketching Class - (Still Life) FREE

 Drawing and Sketching Class - (Still Life) FREE

In this workshop we´'ll be drawing a still life, after different examples and instructions.

Today, we will be drawing a still life (or two XD) after seeing different examples and instructions. Possible materials to use: a 2B graphite pencil - eraser - sharpener - A4 Size paper. If you have watercolours, soft pastels or coloured pencils, let's go! Have one of these on hand and add some colour.

This workshop is completely FREE for anyone who wants to sign up (+14). But, if anyeone would like to tip/donate before or after class through PayPal, I'll greatly appreciate it since I don't work with sponsors. No obligations. The vacancies are only a few. Only registered persons will be admited. In case you couldn't come, it'´ll be nice if you cancel the ticket in advance as there will be people on the waiting list.

When? October 8th. 2023 - 6PM New York - 11PM London

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This is part of a series of drawing , sketching and painting classes especially for beginners and anyone who wants to learn different ways of drawing and painting, since there isn't only one, as there isn't only one way to do things in life. In each class we will also be experimenting with different media:(i.e. graphite, colored pencils , pastels, charcoal, ball and fountain pens, markers, etc.)There will also be some painting classes for beginners soon, too! (i.e. introduction to watercolours, oils, acrylics, gouache-temperas, collage...). Contact me if you have any particular interest, then I can schedule the class - for a group or individual -.

The classes are in English or in Spanish language. Some classes are pre-paid and some others are completely free, but anyone can donate if s/he thinks it worth.

Below you can see some examples of what's coming. To see some of my works, you can visit my social media https://instagram.com/dibujofranco

Ways to Draw - Drawing and Sketching Class (WTD06)

Ways to Draw - Drawing and Sketching Class (WTD06) (on donation)

This time, we´ll be using the side of a charcoal or a sanguine soft pastel to sketch after photo references. 

This is part of a series of drawing , sketching and painting classes especially for beginners and anyone who wants to learn different ways of drawing and painting, since there isn't only one, as there isn't only one way to do things in life. In each class we will also be experimenting with different media:(i.e. graphite, colored pencils , pastels, charcoal, ball and fountain pens, markers, etc.)

There will also be some painting classes for beginners soon, too! (i.e. introduction to watercolours, oils, acrylics, gouache-temperas, collage...). Contact me if you have any particular interest, then I can schedule the class - for a group or individual -.

The classes are in English or in Spanish language.

Below you can see some examples of what's coming. To see some of my works, you can visit my social media https://instagram.com/dibujofranco

When? Monday, October 9th.·  -- 6PM NY - 11PM London

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