Emphasis will be placed on gaining an in-depth understanding of the body’s geometry and anatomical structure and how that relates to the drapery and clothes on top. We will work in a tonal fashion to interpret the live model. Focus will be on understanding the 7 key folds and how they relate to a figure. The eye will be trained to observe, analyze, and execute edges, values, anatomical nuances, and ultimately calligraphy and idealization. Instructor demonstrations and critiques are standard.