Intro to the Fundamentals of Classical Realism Drawing with B. Bahadoran

This six-week course (3–4 hours per session) is designed to help students develop a strong foundation in classical realism drawing using graphite and vine charcoal. Through structured instruction and hands-on practice, you will learn to create accurate representations of still life objects under high-contrast lighting.

Each class includes a one-hour introduction and live demonstration, followed by guided studio time where you will complete a drawing under the instructor’s supervision. This format allows you to experience the full process of creating a still life drawing in a single sitting while receiving real-time feedback and critique.

Throughout the course, we will focus on observational drawing techniques, value and contrast, light and shadow relationships, perspective, proportion, and line quality.

We will begin with simple three-dimensional forms (cube, sphere, cone, pyramid) and gradually progress to drawing from master bust replicas by the end of the course. As the weeks unfold, you will become more confident in recognizing and accurately representing values, structure, and spatial relationships.

By the end of the course, you will have developed a solid understanding of charcoal and graphite techniques, along with the skills needed to approach drawing with clarity, confidence, and discipline.

Classes start Sunday, June 7 - July 12.

Supply list (upon registration- links provided for supplies)

`~Pink Pearl Erasers

~Koh-I-Noor Mechanical Pencil 0.9

~Pentel Lead Refill

~Staedtler 2mm Lead Holder

~Strathmore 400-8 400 Series Drawing Pad, 18"x24", Ivory/Cream, 24 Sheets, Medium

~100 Pcs Willow Charcoal sticks (2-4mm, 4-5mm, 5-7mm, 7-9mm)

~General’s Peel and Sketch charcoal pencil 3/pkg

~Faber-Castel FC129997 PITT Compressed Charcoal Sticks (3 Pack- soft)

`~Drawing board

~ScotchBlue Masking tape

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Instructor Bio

Behfar Bahadoran is a graduate of the Maryland Institute College of Art, one of North America’s most prestigious art institutions. With a background in graphic design, he works as a multidisciplinary artist, using drawing, painting, and photography as modes of expression.

With a strong foundation in figurative art, his work has been featured in group exhibitions across the country. In addition to his visual art practice, Behfar has been active as a musician for the past several years. Alongside his artistic career, he has continued to teach drawing privately to a select group of students. This course marks his first group class, created to share his technical knowledge and approach to drawing with a broader audience.

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