About this Event
Prerequisites for this Class:
This is an intermediate/advanced-level hybrid class. Beginners should not register for this class. Even if you have some drawing experience, please email [email protected] before registering. The instructor will confirm whether this class is appropriate for you or if you would be better suited to start with Intro to Figure Drawing or move into the Advanced Figure Drawing Class.
CLASS DESCRIPTION
Take your figure drawing skills further with our revamped Intermediate/Advanced Figure Drawing Class! This course offers extended class sessions and a structured, progressive approach to studying the human figure through contour drawing, fluid gestures, advanced figure structure, perspective, and dynamic poses.
Through instructor demonstrations, guided exercises, and individual feedback, students will develop greater control over line weight, improve their understanding of anatomical landmarks, and learn to capture the movement, proportions, and structure of the human figure. Students will also explore drawing fabric folds, placing figures within perspective, and developing stronger figure compositions.
The course will conclude with a Final Figure Painting Project, where students will bring together the techniques learned throughout the semester, from initial gesture drawings and underpainting to the final details of their artwork.
This course uses live nude models. Participants must be 18 years of age or older. An exception may be considered for high school students actively preparing an art portfolio for college or university admission. Please contact us before registering to discuss eligibility.
Duration: Every Tuesday for 14 Sessions (January 12 – April 27, 2027)
Class Time: 2.5 Hours per Session, 5:15 PM – 7:45 PM
No Classes: February 16 and March 16, 2027
Course Breakdown: 14-Session Intermediate/Advanced Figure Drawing Class
Weeks 1–4: Line Weight Improvement – Contour Drawing
Develop greater control and confidence in line work through contour drawing exercises. Study the head and shoulders, torso and arms, hips and legs, and eventually the full figure. Learn to observe proportions, define anatomical forms, and distribute line weight effectively.
Weeks 5–6: Intermediate/Advanced Gesture Drawing Techniques
Explore fluidity, movement, and anatomical landmarks through gesture drawing. Learn to capture the natural flow of the human figure, improve the rhythm of your lines, and create more expressive and dynamic poses.
Weeks 7–10: Dynamic Poses – Figures in Perspective and Fabric Folds
Develop your understanding of the human figure in perspective. Explore how perspective affects proportions, positioning, and movement while learning to draw dynamic poses and understand the structure and flow of fabric folds.
Weeks 11–14: Final Project – Figure Painting Studies
Bring together the techniques learned throughout the course through a final figure painting project. Explore gesture drawing, underpainting, figure composition, and the development of final details to create a more complete and expressive figure study.
INSTRUCTOR INFO
Patricia Claro is a passionate Filipino Canadian artist with ten years of experience in illustration and 9 years of experience as an art educator. Currently based in Ottawa, she specializes in traditional and digital mediums, specifically character design, environmental art, and both 2D/3D digital painting. Patricia holds an honours diploma in Illustration from Seneca Polytechnic, has a background in Interior Design, as well as Layout for Animation. Currently a freelance book illustrator with FriesenPress working on children's books, young adult books and adult books, she’s excited to share her expertise in a hands-on, engaging workshop experience for aspiring artists of all levels.
Instructor Highly Recommends to Bring YOUR OWN Materials
Required:
- Conte (Black or Sanguine) OR Charcoal Stick (ANY), Charcoal Pencil (B OR 2B), Pastel Pencil (ANY COLOUR)
- Coloured Conte OR Coloured Chalk Pastel (ANY Light Colour, Ex. Light Blue, Green, Lilac, Pink)
- 6B, 7B, 8B OR 9B Pencil
- Sharpener OR Sandpaper Block Sharpener OR Sandpaper
- Straight Edge Tool (Example: A Long Thin Paintbrush, A Pencil, OR A Stick)
- Newsprint Pad (18 x 24)
- 18 x 24 Masonite Panel
- 2 Bulldog Clips
- Mixed Media Sketchbook (9 x 12 OR 11 x 14)
- 2 Sheets of 18 x 24 Watercolour Paper (or Larger)
- Round Brush (Watercolour: #4 and #8)
Event venue & nearby stays
Wallack's Art Supplies and Framing, 305 Bank Street, Ottawa, Canada
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