Upcoming Classes in 2022
All classes run twice a year.
All students have the opportunity for a web presence on the SIDP website
Session I-Foundations in Graphite 10 weeks
January 10-March 14, 2022 1:00 or 7:00pm ET Mondays
September-November, 2022 1:00 or 7:00pm ET
This course builds drawing skills using graphite. We cover perspective, proportion, rendering textures, scientific conventions, lighting, and transferring drawings. Pen and ink is introduced. Students become comfortable with computer and technical skills for proper scanning, uploading and preparing artwork, as well as video conferencing and creating files. Professional and business practices are introduced. Fee covers all assignments, tutorials, handouts, video conferencing and emailing. Beginning and intermediate students are encouraged to apply.
Session II-Pen and Ink 10 weeks
January 5-March 9, 2022 1:00 or 7:00pm ET Wednesdays
March 28-May 30, 2022 1:00 or 7:00pm ET Mondays
Session II builds on skills learned in Session I. Students become proficient in pen and ink and crowquill. Technique, composition, scratchboard, anatomy, professional practices, final projects, handouts, tutorials, live video conferencing and email are included as above. In all Sessions, we work from live material as much as possible.
Session III-Color and Composition 10 weeks
March 30-June 1, 2022 1:00 or 7:00pm ET Wednesdays
September 8-November 10, 2022 1:00 or 7:00pm ET Mondays
Students explore watercolor and colored pencil and may include digital media. We develop advanced compositions, including info-graphics. Students complete three portfolio pieces and prepare for internships/independent studies, if desired. Professional practices, handouts, tutorials, live video conferencing, email.
Session IV-Internships, Independent Studies