Sketching is a time honored way of creating art, it helps create familiarity and comfort with artistic tools, builds speed in getting down a scene or idea, and grows observation skills. Additionally it provides an inexpensive and an approachable format to explore many different scenes, color palettes, and styles. This class is very relaxed, and where I try to provide a space for creativity, and encourage students to follow their instinct while drawing, even if it differs from what I am doing. 

Class will begin by briefly discussing the breakdown of the image we will be sketching.  Afterwards, we will do a “follow along” style base sketch, and then use the rest of the time to refine our drawings using pencils, pens, and light washes of watercolor or colored pencil, or other favorite coloring item. I typically use a pen to refine my sketches, in the style of the bear shown as the class listing banner.

Class time is usually around 45 minutes, but depends on the class size, and the complexity of the weeks topic. Small classes are usually a little quicker, and complex subjects might take a few minutes longer etc. 

I try to maintain a calm and engaging environment, emphasizing the process of creating art over the end result. I truly believe any one with an interest and willingness to learn can have a great time in this class. Materials used will be a sketchbook or loose drawing paper, drawing pencil, eraser, black pen, and some way to add color is nice to have available. 

After these dates, new topics will be added, and student requests can always be incorporated into the schedule at any time. If you are interested in a particular week, and want to see the reference material I am using as inspiration, let me know, and feel free to contact me with any questions. 

ALL Sections, unless otherwise stated: 


Week of August 18, 2024- Canada Lynx
Week of August 25, 2024- Grecian Lady
Week of September 1, 2024- Alligator
Week of September 8, 2024- Still Life, apples
Week of September 15, 2024- Snail and Mushroom
Week of September 22, 2024- Bear and Salmon 
Week of September 29, 2024- Woman’s Face in Front View
Week of October 6, 2024- Landscape
Week of October 13, 2024- NO CLASS
Week of October 22, 2024- NO CLASS
Week of October 27, 2024- Fox and Butterfly
Week of November 3, 2024- Chipmunk with Peanuts 
Week of November 10, 2024- Wild Turkey 
Week of November 17, 2024- Mans Face in Profile 
Week of November 24, 2024-  NO CLASS
Week of December 1, 2024- NO CLASS
Week of December 8, 2024- Caribou 
Week of December 15, 2024- Still life
Week of December 22, 2024- NO CLASS
Week of December 29, 2024- NO CLASS
Week of January 5, 2025- Fluffy House Cat
Week of January 12, 2025- Landscape
Week of January 19, 2025- Fox
Week of January 26, 2025- Dik-dik (tiny gazelle)