Atelier Crash Course- Sight-Size And Bargue
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Hone your observational skills with this immersive Bargue Drawing crash course, conducted entirely in graphite. This course introduces the essential aspects of the Academy of Realist Art Boston's teaching methods, offering a strong foundation in drawing as a standalone skill while preparing student artists for the purposeful and thoughtful application of these techniques in painting.
Course Outline
Day 1: Sight-Size Measuring & Drawing a Construct
Master the sight-size method to measure proportions accurately. Build the foundation of your drawing with a precise and structured construct.
Day 2: Introduction to Rendering & Big Form Modeling
Develop your ability to observe and interpret light and shadow. Learn big form modeling to establish the overall volume and structure of your subject using graphite.
Day 3: Small Form Modeling & Creating Light Effects
Focus on the finer details by observing small forms. Discover how to capture light effects and create the illusion of three-dimensionality through careful observation and graphite rendering techniques.
Why Attend?
This crash course equips participants with a strong foundation in observational drawing, emphasizing techniques that stand on their own as a complete method for creating detailed and accurate works. More importantly, these techniques are designed to prepare student artists for the next stage: a purposeful and thoughtful transition to painting. Whether you're just starting out or seeking to refine your process, this course provides a focused, hands-on approach to artistic growth.
Personalized Guidance: Optional Saturday Critiques ( Limited To 20 Students):
FOR THIS OPTION INSTEAD, CLICK HERE Participate in 1-on-1 critique sessions every Saturday to receive constructive feedback on your work and further enhance your skills.
Critique schedule : 7/13, 7/20, 7/27, 8/3, 8/10, 8/17, 8/24, 8/31, 9/7, 9/14
Morning session 9:30-12:30 PM EST
1 hour lunch
Afternoon Session 1:30-4:30 PM EST
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Eric Johnson
Eric Johnson is a dedicated painter and esteemed instructor at The Academy of Realist Art Boston, passionately committed to preserving and advancing the rich tradition of painting. Currently serving as the principal online atelier program instructor at ARA Boston, he also conducts private online lessons from his well-equipped home studio. Eric's unwavering ambition lies in weaving his own artistic link within the chain of tradition, diligently mastering the working techniques employed by the revered old masters whom he deeply admires. By integrating these methods into his own artistic process, he aims to achieve a remarkable level of authenticity and fidelity in his diverse range of subjects, spanning from captivating portraits to evocative still life and captivating landscapes. With each new encounter with beauty and truth, Eric yearns to present a fresh perspective that unveils the timeless beauty and eternal truths, albeit seen through a distinct lens and colored by a unique artistic medium.