Two-Dimensional Art: Foundations in Pencil
Adult Classes | Available
Explore the core skills of sketching. This drawing course guides students through essential pencil techniques by focusing on different objects each week. Starting with simple forms like fruit and moving to more complex subjects such as glass bottles, plants, and textured fabrics, students will develop skills in shape, shading, texture, and proportion. The course emphasizes practical exercises to build eye-hand coordination and observational skills, helping artists gain confidence and create compelling two-dimensional artworks. Ideal for those looking to strengthen their foundational drawing skills in a focused yet approachable setting.
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- Drawing Pad (white): Minimum 400 gsm, recommended size 18x24 in
- Graphite Pencils (must-have brands & sizes):
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- STAEDTLER Mars Lumograph or Derwent Graphic
- Sizes required: HB, 2B, 4B, 6B, and 8B
Kneaded Eraser & Standard EraserBlending Stump (Tortillon)Sandpaper Block or Sheet: 3000 gritCutter Tool: Hyper Tough 2-Piece Snap-Blade Knife Set (7078V) or equivalentPencil SharpenerDrawing Board (with clips 22in. x 25 in.)
Any questions? Please contact me directly: suslumirem@gmail.com
Irem Yurtoz
Irem Suslum Yurtoz is a freelance artist and Fine Arts graduate with extensive experience collaborating on international exhibitions, including projects at La Tache Gallery in Barcelona, Contemporary Istanbul, and the Sakip Sabanci Museum. Passionate about the visual arts, she blends technical expertise with creativity to inspire and guide her students. She believes in the transformative power of art and strives to cultivate a space where imagination and skill come together.