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SEATTLE ART CLASSES - Drawing, painting and more

SEATTLE ART CLASSES and WORKSHOPS
Nils Osmar, instructor
Looking for enjoyable introductory classes and workshops in drawing, painting, cartooning, and more?
Our classes are held on the University of Washington campus in Seattle, and are open to everyone.

• Drawing for Absolute Beginners
• Acrylic Painting for Beginners
• Drawing Portraits
• Figure Drawing workshop
• Drawing in Perspective
• Cartooning fundamentals
• Drawing in Ink

Learn more about our SEATTLE ART CLASSES

Classes starting soon (click the titles):

Drawing for Beginners

Drawing is fun! Anyone can learn, with a little help and instruction. In this enjoyable Seattle art class, you'll learn to draw and sketch objects based on four simple shapes, then how to use shading and other methods to make them look finished, real and three dimensional. Learn to draw in a friendly and supportive environment. All drawing materials are provided by the instructor.

Cartooning fundamentals

In this step by step introductory art class, you'll learn how to visualize cartoon characters and sketch them in action and from a variety of different angles. We'll work in pencil, paper and ink. Plus, how to color cartoons digitally, and ways to get your cartoons published and turn a hobby into a possible source of income. All levels welcome.

Figure Drawing workshop

Some people feel comfortable drawing human figures, but have a few problem areas. Others have never gotten beyond the stick figure stage. Whether you're a beginner or an intermediate artist, this Seattle art class will help you learn and improve. You'll learn to draw a simple figure, then learn about the bodily proportions, then add finishing details. All levels welcome.

Acrylic Painting for Beginners

Painting is fun - and anyone can learn how to do it. In this introductory acrylic painting class, you'll learn key information about color mixing, color blending, how to use artists' brushes, and how to paint using acrylics. We'll start out by learning some basics to make it easier, then paint a simple landscape. Aimed at beginners.

For a full list of classes, and for dates, times and registration information, please click here
Seattle art classes
Class 101: Drawing for Absolute Beginners
Class 102: Acrylic Painting for Beginners
Class 103: Drawing Faces and Portraits
Class 104: Figure Drawing
Class 105: Charcoal drawing for beginners
Class 106: Drawing Clothing
Class 108: Perspective Drawing
Class 109: Cartooning
Class 110: Drawing in Ink
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