(Summer25) ​Drawing Workshops with Colleen Harrigan

01/01/2025 - 12/31/2025

Description

 
 
Drawing for Painters: Rendering, Composition, and Expression with M Colleen Harrigan
Date: Tuesday, June 10
Time: 1:00PM - 4:00PM
Location: Art Barn Painting Studio
Fee: $60 for 3 hour workshop

Objective:
This workshop aims to provide painters with foundational drawing skills to enhance their painting abilities. Participants will learn essential techniques and principles in drawing to improve their sketching techniques, composition, and observational skills. Detailed course outline here.
Notes: This course outline is designed to be flexible and can be adjusted based on the participant's skill level and specific needs. 

MATERIALS:
Sketchbook, Pencils - graphite and colored, Ruler, Eraser
 
 

Drawing for Beginners with M Colleen Harrigan
Date: Friday, July 25
Time: 1:00PM - 4:00PM
Location: Art Barn Painting Studio
Fee: $60 for 3 hour workshop
Level: Introductory / No Experience Necessary

Unlock your creativity and learn the fundamentals of drawing in this fun, hands-on beginner’s course. Whether you're picking up a pencil for the first time or revisiting a forgotten hobby, this 3-hour workshop will guide you through the essential techniques of observation, shading, line work, and composition. You'll explore a range of subjects—from simple shapes to still life—while learning how to see like an artist.

With step-by-step instruction and individual support, you'll have the opportunity to learn new skills, gain greater confidence, and create a sketch or two to begin your drawing journey.

 

MATERIALS: Please bring some basic materials: a pencil, eraser, and a sketchbook.

 

 

Landscape Sketching with M Colleen Harrigan

Date: Monday, June 16 // Tuesday, August 19 // Tuesday, August 26
Time: 1:00PM - 4:00PM
Location: outside at Featherstone (Painting Studio if rain)
Fee: $60 per 3 hour workshop

This Landscape Sketching for All Levels class accommodates both beginners and more advanced participants. The goal is to guide students through basic techniques, provide hands-on practice, and help them develop their skills. The class will incorporate instruction, demonstration, and time for students to practice. Drawing from observation offers numerous benefits, including improved technical skills, enhanced attention to detail, critical thinking, and visual memory. It also fosters a deeper understanding of proportions, shading, and form and the ability to articulate textures and light/shadow. In this 3-hour Landscape Sketching class, students will have the opportunity for an interactive experience with drawing techniques, guided practice, and 1 hour of independent drawing. This outline below emphasizes an integrative teaching method with a balance of support and exploration.

 

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