Introduction to the Figure

Introduction to the Figure

Adult Multi-Week | This class is completed

1812 West Main Street Richmond, VA 23220 United States

Drawing East

Beginner

1/3/2017-2/21/2017

6:30 PM-9:00 PM EDT on Tue

$210.00

$192.00

Conducting figure studies can improve your representation of the human body, as well as the way it interacts with light. We’ll use various media, including graphite, charcoal, sanguine, and conte chalk, as we work through a series of quick-gesture and long-pose drawings. Enjoy demonstrations and discussions about anatomy and drawing technique.

  • Previous drawing experience is recommended.
  • You will draw from live, nude models during this class.
Van Auken, Tommy

Thomas Van Auken decided to be an artist when he was drawing a horse in the first grade. Since then, he has focused on drawing and painting, working and experimenting with a variety of materials, especially oil paint. He studied at the Corcoran School of Fine Art, and has shown in a number of galleries including 2nd Street Gallery in Charlottesville, VA, and Joan Wich and Co in Houston, TX. In Richmond, he has shown at Eric Schindler Gallery several times over the past 20 years. He began teaching at the Visual Arts Center of Richmond in 2003.