Classical Figure Drawing in Charcoal (D-1) | IN-PERSON CLASS Classical Figure Drawing in Charcoal (D-1) | IN-PERSON CLASS
Classical Figure Drawing in Charcoal (D-1) | IN-PERSON CLASS

Instructor - Polly Liu

Intermediate / Advanced
Monday afternoons, 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM
July 14 - August 25
7 weeks
$450 public / $415 member + additional live model fee

Studio 2


In this class, students are introduced to French Atelier training to draw the human figure. The method of sight size, a fundamental scale system, is used to reproduce the figure accurately. Students work from a live model focusing on outline, proportion, shadow, shape, and value. The non-refundable model fee is due the first day of class and ranges from $150 - $175 for the whole session depending on class size. Please note: enrollment for this course is limited to 5 students.

By registering for a class at Art League Houston, you agree to the Art League School policies (please review terms and conditions before registering).

Cartooning & Graphic Novels (D-2) | IN-PERSON CLASS  Cartooning & Graphic Novels (D-2) | IN-PERSON CLASS 
Cartooning & Graphic Novels (D-2) | IN-PERSON CLASS 

Instructor - Mike Stovall

All Levels
Monday evenings, 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
July 14 - August 25
7 weeks
$450 public / $415 member

Studio 3


Cartooning is a process, a language and an art form. This class will provide students with the means for creative self-discovery and the exploration of complex ideas through visual, sequential storytelling. Students will record their observations, experiences and memories in their sketchbook and then translate that material into pictographic narratives...some only one panel and some multiple pages. The class is essentially a writing and an art class rolled into one. The class focuses much more on story and process than drawing skills.

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Classical Portrait Drawing in Charcoal (D-3) | IN-PERSON CLASS Classical Portrait Drawing in Charcoal (D-3) | IN-PERSON CLASS
Classical Portrait Drawing in Charcoal (D-3) | IN-PERSON CLASS

Instructor - Polly Liu

Intermediate / Advanced
Tuesday mornings, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
July 15 - August 26
7 weeks
$450 public / $415 member + additional live model fee

Studio 2


In this class, students are introduced to French Atelier training to draw the human portrait. The method of sight size, a fundamental scale system, is used to reproduce portraits accurately. Students work from a live model focusing on outline, proportion, shadow, shape, and value. The non-refundable model fee is due the first day of class and ranges from $150 - $175 for the whole session depending on class size. Please note: enrollment for this course is limited to 5 students.

By registering for a class at Art League Houston, you agree to the Art League School policies (please review terms and conditions before registering).

Toned Paper Workshop (D-4) | IN-PERSON WORKSHOP Toned Paper Workshop (D-4) | IN-PERSON WORKSHOP
Toned Paper Workshop (D-4) | IN-PERSON WORKSHOP

Instructor - Peter Broz

All Levels
Tuesday evenings, 6:30 PM -  9:30 PM
July 15 + July 22
2 Days
$175 public / $140 member

Studio 3


Bring your drawings to life by exploring toned paper with colored pencil! This workshop is for artists who want to gain a deeper understanding of value and how to isolate shadows, mid-tones and highlights, giving your drawings a more convincing sense of form. These in-depth monochromatic exercises will help create the illusion of three-dimensionality in your drawings. In the second session of this workshop, you will have the option to work from your own source material and get individualized one on one feedback.

In addition to understanding how to approach toned paper, we will also be covering some fundamental colored pencil techniques. We will go over tips for erasing color pencil as well as tips for blending and controlling the opacity of your shaded and tinted areas.

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Basic Drawing 101 (D-5) | IN-PERSON CLASS Basic Drawing 101 (D-5) | IN-PERSON CLASS
Basic Drawing 101 (D-5) | IN-PERSON CLASS

Instructor - Myke Venable

Beginner
Thursday mornings, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
July 17 - August 28
7 weeks
$450 public / $415 member

Studio 3


This class sets aside time to develop, practice, and refine your drawing skills! Students will explore the fundamentals of drawing through various hands-on activities and class discussions. This class will touch upon observation, shapes, volume, value, line and texture. This class is intended for students with little or no previous drawing experience or those that want to sharpen their fundamental skills.

By registering for a class at Art League Houston, you agree to the Art League School policies (please review terms and conditions before registering).

Portraits in Pencil (D-6) | IN-PERSON CLASS Portraits in Pencil (D-6) | IN-PERSON CLASS
Portraits in Pencil (D-6) | IN-PERSON CLASS

Instructor - Peter Broz

All Levels
Thursday evenings, 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
July 17 - August 28
7 weeks
$450 public / $415 member + additional live model fee

Studio 2



Depicting the human face has been a subject of fascination for centuries. Even with the development of photography, hand-drawn portraiture continues to be a relevant and expressive form of art. This course is meant to encourage your curiosity and help you better understand the underlying anatomy of the face and how to achieve accurate proportions.

The goal of this 7 week course is to make drawing portraiture less daunting by using systematic methods that encourage students to tackle any obstacles they may encounter. Students can expect individualized feedback throughout the course, as it can be very helpful in the learning process. We will be working from live models in both short and long pose formats. By simplifying the face to its most essential components, students will be able to create a solid foundation with proportions in mind. We will be using both graphite pencil and color pencil and exploring white drawing paper as well as toned paper. At the end of the course students will be able to more confidently render the face with a clear set of strategies and objectives in mind.

By registering for a class at Art League Houston, you agree to the Art League School policies (please review terms and conditions before registering).

 
Intermediate Drawing (D-7) | IN-PERSON CLASS Intermediate Drawing (D-7) | IN-PERSON CLASS
Intermediate Drawing (D-7) | IN-PERSON CLASS

Instructor - Myke Venable

Intermediate / Advanced
Thursday evenings, 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
July 17 - August 28
7 weeks
$450 public / $415 member

Studio 3

Intermediate Drawing is for the student with some knowledge of shape, volume, value, line and texture. We will work from still life objects, portrait photographs and cover basic linear perspective. The materials for this course will range from graphite pencils, charcoal pencils and Prismacolor on paper. The overall objective of this class is to build a stronger foundation in drawing.

By registering for a class at Art League Houston, you agree to the Art League School policies (please review terms and conditions before registering).

Basic Drawing 101 (D-8) | IN-PERSON CLASS Basic Drawing 101 (D-8) | IN-PERSON CLASS
Basic Drawing 101 (D-8) | IN-PERSON CLASS

Instructor - Myke Venable

Beginner
Saturday mornings, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
July 19 - August 30
7 weeks
$450 public / $415 member

Studio 3


This class sets aside time to develop, practice, and refine your drawing skills! Students will explore the fundamentals of drawing through various hands-on activities and class discussions. This class will touch upon observation, shapes, volume, value, line and texture. This class is intended for students with little or no previous drawing experience or those that want to sharpen their fundamental skills.

By registering for a class at Art League Houston, you agree to the Art League School policies (please review terms and conditions before registering).

 
Intermediate Drawing (D-9) |  IN-PERSON CLASS Intermediate Drawing (D-9) |  IN-PERSON CLASS
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Intermediate Drawing (D-9) |  IN-PERSON CLASS

Instructor - Myke Venable

Intermediate / Advanced
Saturday afternoons, 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM
July 19 - August 30
7 weeks
$450 public / $415 member

Studio 3


Intermediate Drawing is for the student with some knowledge of shape, volume, value, line and texture. We will work from still life objects, portrait photographs and cover basic linear perspective. The materials for this course will range from graphite pencils, charcoal pencils and Prismacolor on paper. The overall objective of this class is to build a stronger foundation in drawing.

THIS CLASS IS FULL. PLEASE CONTACT US TO BE PLACED ON A WAITLIST.

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Intro to Figure Drawing (D-10) | IN-PERSON CLASS Intro to Figure Drawing (D-10) | IN-PERSON CLASS
Intro to Figure Drawing (D-10) | IN-PERSON CLASS

Instructor - Peter Broz

All Levels
Sunday mornings, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
July 20 - August 31
7 weeks
$450 public / $415 member + additional live model fee

Studio 2


Intro to Figure Drawing is a comprehensive course designed to introduce students to the fundamental principles and techniques of drawing the human figure. This course is suitable for beginners and intermediate artists who wish to develop their skills in capturing the human form accurately and expressively. The classes will be centered around working from a live model.

Throughout the course, students will explore various aspects of figure drawing, including anatomy, proportion, gesture, and form. They will learn to observe and analyze the human body, understanding its underlying structure and how it moves. Students will also study the principles of light and shadow, enabling them to create a range of values that create the illusion of form.

By the end of the course, students will have acquired a solid foundation in figure drawing, enabling them to depict the human form with accuracy and expressiveness. They will have developed their understanding of anatomy, proportions, and the principles of light and shadow. Additionally, students will have honed their observational skills, allowing them to capture the essence and gesture of a figure.

By registering for a class at Art League Houston, you agree to the Art League School policies (please review terms and conditions before registering).