Drawing and Painting

Mining Your Creative DNA (Summer 2013)

When the work of a truly remarkable artist is recognized, their “signature” is apparent, even when not literally present in written form. What is recognized in such instances is the artist's “creative DNA,” a term coined by American dancer and choreographer, Twyla Tharp.

Some people are inspired by the malleability of charcoal on smooth paper, others continually gravitate towards the color red. One might be intrigued by the motion of a bird in flight, or marvel at the way light shifts and changes its character throughout the day.

Tuesday
May 28 - Jul 30
6:30-9:30 p.m.
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Portraiture in Drawing and Painting (Summer 2013)

This class is an introduction to the key techniques and objectives of portraiture. Students will learn to identify and capture the nuances in facial features that make up a realistic and expressive likeness.

Tuesday
May 28 - Jul 30
6:30-9:30 p.m.
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Quick Sketch: Visual Communication that Matters (Summer 2013)

It is often assumed that only professional artists and illustrators can draw well. However, if concerns about artistic quality are eliminated, drawing or sketching can become a powerful communication tool.

Online - Asynchronous
Jun 3 - Aug 9
Online - Asynchronous
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The Travel Sketchbook: Drawing on Location (Summer 2013)

Become a tourist in your own city and create personalized travel memories that surpass any photograph!

Saturday
Jun 1 - Jun 29
9:00 a.m.-noon
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Visual Forces: Introduction to Two-Dimensional Design (Summer 2013)

How do you communicate claustrophobia in an image without using words or photographs? What about freedom? Chaos? Joy? Can you make an engaging composition with just one or two elements? After this class, the answer should be “yes”.

Wednesday
May 29 - Jul 31
6:30-9:30 p.m.
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Women's Weekend in Grand Marais: Art As Journey (Spring 2013)

May 9-12, 2013

Thursday-Sunday, variable schedule

Now in its twelfth year, the Women's Art Institute-inspired weekend retreat to Grand Marais welcomes you to gather with a group of equally passionate artists on the beautiful shore of Lake Superior to continue discovering your art in the splendid studios of the Grand Marais Art Colony.

Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
May 9 - May 12
Varied
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