The Foundations of Drawing
The Classes
Saturdays, May 24 - June 14
10AM - 12:30PM
Members: $162 | Non-Members: $180
Children Ages: 8-11 y/o
Designed for young artists who are ready to go beyond the basics, this four-week workshop focuses on expanding drawing skills, sharpening observational skills, and developing an artistic voice. This workshop builds on core skills while encouraging deeper observation, technique refinement, and creative development.
Through focused exercises and creative challenges, children will practice drawing from observation, expressive mark-making, and creating dynamic compositions. The class emphasizes both technique and personal expression, and is perfect for kids who love to draw and are excited to sharpen their skills in a supportive, hands-on environment.
The Instructor, Amanda Arruda
Amanda Arruda is a visual artist and painter based in Fall River, Massachusetts. In 2023, she earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree with a concentration in Painting from The University of Massachusetts Dartmouth. Her work explores the complex relationship between figures and the spaces they occupy; specifically focusing on themes of internal experience and of moments of introspective thought.
CLASS OVERVIEW
Week One: Observational Skills & Contour Drawing - Students will strengthen their hand-eye coordination and observational skills by practicing blind contour, continuous line, and still life sketching.
Week Two: Value, Shadow, and Form - Dive into shading techniques like blending, cross-hatching, and stippling. Students will create depth and realism by studying how light hits objects to create value and form within an object.
Week Three: Gesture, Movement, and Composition - This week introduces gesture drawing, expressive mark-making, and creative composition techniques for more lively, engaging artwork.
Week Four: Personal Project & Artist Reflection - Students will design and complete an original drawing, applying techniques learned in the previous weeks.