Fall Drawing Classes
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IMPORTANT NOTE:
Did you notice a change in the fee for your class? To simplify our accounting and recordkeeping, we no longer charge separate studio and materials fees. The total price for your class did not increase but it might look like it did. In fact, the class will actually cost less if you are a member since we are now discounting the studio and materials fees in addition to the tuition discount. We will continue to charge the model fees separately.

10% DISCOUNT FOR FIRST-TIME STUDENTS:
First-time students save 10% off the price of a class when they register for their first class at the Art Center. Discount does not apply toward Transportation, Firing, New Student Material, or Model fees; Summer Arts Camp; Birthday Parties; subsidized classes, and cannot be combined with any other offer.
Call 952.473.7361, ext. 16, if you have questions or to register for a class.
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Jump to these drawing classes and faculty:
PORTRAIT DRAWING AND OIL PAINTING
FIGURE DRAWING AND OIL PAINTING
TRADITIONAL DRAWING TECHNIQUES
INTRODUCTION TO BOTANICALS (THEY'RE NOT JUST FLOWERS!)

Drawing Faculty

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PORTRAIT DRAWING AND OIL PAINTING
Instructor: David B. Erickson
Skill Level: All

The course consists of drawing and painting the portrait from life using classical techniques: separation of lights/darks, sight-size/comparative drawing, and anatomical construction. Critiques by demonstration and discussion will be tailored to the individual student's needs. Supply list is available at the front desk.
Enrollment limited to 10; ages 18 and up

A463
Mondays, Sept. 13 - Oct. 25
(7 sessions) 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$170 Members / $189 Non-members
$84 Model Fee

B463
Mondays, Nov. 1 - Dec. 20
(8 sessions) 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$194 Members / $216 Non-members
$96 Model Fee

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FIGURE DRAWING AND OIL PAINTING
Instructor: David B. Erickson
Skill Level: All

This course consists of drawing and painting the figure from life. Students will be instructed in the fundamentals of drawing from life using classical techniques: separation of lights and darks, sight- size and comparative drawing, and anatomical construction. All methods will be demonstrated and discussed. Supply list available on-line.
Enrollment limited to 10; ages 18 and up

Afternoon Classes
A455
Mondays, Sept. 13 - Oct. 25
(7 sessions) 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
$170 Members / $189 Non-members
$84 Model Fee

B455
Mondays, Nov. 1 - Dec. 20
(8 sessions) 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
$194 Members / $216 Non-members
$96 Model Fee

Evening Classes
A493
Tuesdays, Sept. 7 - Oct. 26
(8 sessions) 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
$194 Members / $216 Non-members
$96 Model Fee

B493
Tuesdays, Nov. 2 - Dec. 21
(8 sessions) 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
$194 Members / $216 Non-members
$96 Model Fee

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TRADITIONAL DRAWING TECHNIQUES
Instructor: David B. Erickson
Skill Level: B, AB, I

This course consists of drawing from 2D and 3D source material and objects using traditional techniques: separation of light and darks, comparative and proportional drawing, and construction. Critiques by demonstration and discussion will be tailored to the individual student's needs. Supply list available on-line.
Enrollment limited to 10; ages 16 and up

A457
Wednesdays, Sept. 8 - Oct. 27
(8 sessions) 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
$194 Members / $216 Non-members

B457
Wednesdays, Nov. 3 - Dec. 22
(8 sessions) 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
$194 Members / $216 Non-members

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INTRODUCTION TO BOTANICALS (THEY'RE NOT JUST FLOWERS!)
Instructor: Suzanne Galloway
Skill Level: AB, I

This class will introduce the student who has a basic foundation of drawing and watercolor painting to the world of botanical art. Please note that this class requires PATIENCE as realistic botanical work takes TIME to execute! We will begin with learning to "see" the anatomy of a leaf; our first two sessions will include drawing the leaf in graphite, painting it in sepia tones and finally painting it in watercolor. The last three sessions will be devoted to individualized instruction on drawing or painting a subject of choice. Please request a supply list at the time of registration.
Enrollment limited to 18; ages 18 and up

A450
Saturdays, Sept. 25 - Oct. 23
(5 sessions) 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$122 Members / $135 Non-members

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DRAWING FACULTY

David B. Erickson
David is a traditionally trained working artist who specializes in portrait, figurative, and imaginative drawings and paintings, as well as stained glass design. His paintings and drawings are represented in private collections and his stained glass designs are in churches in the west metro area of Minneapolis, MN.

Suzanne Galloway
B.A. in Studio Art and Art History, DePauw University with additional coursework from the University of Minnesota, and MCAD; she has also studied with Barbara Nechis, John Salminen, Cheng Khee Chee, and Stephen Quiller, Her watercolors and drawings have been exhibited in multiple local, regional and national juried competitions and she has won several awards for her work. She returns to the Art Center as an instructor with over 10 years of teaching experience.