Introduction to Drawing: Landscape Immersion

In this class, you will explore introductory drawing techniques specifically in relation to the Colorado landscape. Emphasis will be on observational and technical drawing skills as we explore landscapes surrounding the Colorado Springs area, drawing outside on location. You will gain fundamental skills by studying line, shape, value, and composition. These concepts will be explored using different mark-making tools, such as charcoal, pencil, ink, and conte. You will learn both in field, drawing from the landscape itself, and in the classroom, learning technical concepts in a more controlled setting. Taking lessons from this multi-pronged approach, you will complete a portfolio of finished drawings that speak to the complex nature of our contemporary landscapes.