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The intention of this beginner's class will be using photographs as an underlying reference to “see as an artist” the basic simple shapes that make up all objects.
We will practice using seeing, drawing and coloring these shapes to create illustrations with the ultimate goal of the student leaving the class with a basic understanding of how to create your OWN illustrations using photographs, or nature- or your own imagination- as reference.
We will create 6 illustrations that are designed to be of special use to calligraphers and can be put to practical use in designs created by calligraphers.
A few things that will be covered in the course:
Begin to create a library of drawings that you can use to enhance calligraphy projects of your own
Setting up. (supplies, how to practice…)
Looking at nature and learning how to see the underlying shapes.
How to use those shapes when you begin to draw.
Troubleshooting: most common mistakes.
Beginning to use colored pencils to give shape and form to your drawing.
Blending colors properly.
Finishing the drawing.
Learning to draw freehand from photos, nature and your imagination .
Skill Level: All levels except for brand new beginners who have never done any lettering or calligraphy.
Requirements:
Current MAC Member
This is a virtual workshop. As such, we require all students to have the following:
Ability to receive handouts via email and print them before the workshop.
Computer or other internet-connected device with a built-in camera.
Zoom conferencing software and familiarity with the platform.
Supply List: Will be sent in an email upon registration.
About Instructor Kevin Coffey:
Kevin's background is in illustration, animation, and design.
A few of his clients include George Lucas, Cartoon Network, Disney, Comcast, Tim Burton, Hasbro, Hanna-Barbara, Bette Midler, The Boston Red Sox, the Los Angeles Angels and many others.
Kevin currently has more than 20 children's books he's illustrated on Amazon. He has designed this class specifically for Acorn Arts, ran by his sister Harvest Crittenden, to help calligraphers understand the basics of drawings.