Learn to draw from life and the imagination through fun, creative projects and regular sketching practice. We’ll explore a variety of materials and develop a full range of drawing skills: mark-making, accurately portraying scenes and objects from life, and 2D design principles. Guest artists will discuss their own drawing practices and demonstrate special techniques. Expect a challenging yet enjoyable curriculum with moments of deep concentration balanced with friendly conversation and discussion as we learn to draw together. This class is for students of all levels, from absolute beginner to advanced.

Register for both sessions, at a 15% discount!

Session I: six Thursdays, from 6:30 to 9 pm. February 1st, 8th, 15th, and 22 nd; March 1, and 15.

Session II: six Thursdays, from 6:30 to 9 pm. March 29th; April 5th, 12th, 19th, and 26th; May 3rd.

About the Instructor Jessi Hamilton is an artist and educator based in Gainesville, FL. She creates works on paper, mixed media works, installations, and zines. She’s exhibited her work at galleries locally, across Florida, and nationally. Jessi has taught a variety of drawing classes at the University of Florida and Santa Fe College.

About sliding scale pricing: Please pay what you can. If you can afford to pay a little (or a lot) more, you can help us make fantastic SAW learning experiences accessible to students in need, and you’ll help our indie art school grow and thrive.