Introduction to Graphite Drawing for Youths

Sat, 15 Nov, 2025 at 10:30 am to Sat, 06 Dec, 2025 at 12:30 pm UTC-05:00

D'Art Center | Norfolk

d'Art Center
Publisher/Hostd'Art Center
Introduction to Graphite Drawing for Youths
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Designed just for youths to learn the basics of drawing to include value, shading, and line.
About this Event

Introduction to Graphite Drawing for Youths
Ages 9-18 only
4 Saturday morning sessions
November 15th, 22nd, 29th & December 6th
Perfect for Beginners

Learn the basics of drawing to include value, shading, and line. This course will introduce you to graphite and teach you how to capture the looks you want in your art. This is a great beginner course developed to teach you where to begin on a drawing and how far to take it.


Supply List
  • Set 6 of graphite pencils 6B 4B 2B B HB 2H (no eraser on end)
  • Suggested brand Faber Castill graphite sketch kit
  • Vanish eraser
  • 9x12 Pad sketch paper (no less than 68lb)
  • Kneaded eraser
  • Pencil sharpener
  • Ruler
  • 6 piece blending stumps and tortillons


Instructor Bio - Kelly Woodruff

"As a tenured watercolorist with over 24 years of teaching experience in the Hampton Roads area, I specialize in guiding students through a thoughtful, process-oriented approach to art. My instruction spans graphite drawing, watercolor pencil techniques, traditional watercolor painting, and unique mediums like coffee painting. My goal is always to ensure students not only create beautiful work but also fully understand and embrace the creative process behind it.

I’ve had the pleasure of teaching at institutions such as the Adult Learning Center in Virginia Beach, the d’Art Center, Outside the Lines, Jerry’s Artarama, and Tidewater Arts Outreach, in addition to offering private lessons. My teaching style emphasizes individual growth, creative confidence, and a solid foundation in technique—meeting each student where they are on their artistic journey."

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

D'Art Center, 740 Boush Street, Norfolk, United States

Tickets

USD 127.72

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