✍️ Figure Drawing Foundations: Portrait
Learn to draw the human head and face with clarity and expression in this eight-week studio course. Students work directly from a live model, creating portraits grounded in anatomy, proportion, and the organization of light and shadow.
Drop-In: $50
Supply List:
18″ x 24″ pad of newsprint paper
Fine point permanent markers
Charcoal, vine, or compressed charcoal (avoid the fat-squared compressed varieties)
Kneaded eraser
Art chamois (chamois from the auto part stores are more economical)
For the first class, bring the first 2 items, and we’ll discuss the rest.
Alla Prima Painting-working with photographs
In this course, students learn to create strong oil paintings from photographs. Emphasis is placed on composition, value, and color temperature, along with a proven color-mixing system. Students also learn how to compose, frame, and photograph reference images for effective use in the studio.
Course Date & Time: Thursdays January 15-March 5, 1:00-3:00.
Course Rate: $300
Suggested Supply List (each artist is welcome to work with their preferred supplies):
Palette paper
Palette 11″x14″ or larger
Palette knife
Brushes, I prefer Flats #4-#6
Rags or paper towels
Solvent-odorless mineral spirits
Titanium White
Cad. Lemon
Cad. Yellow
Cad. Orange
Cad. Red Light
Alizarin Crimson
Ultramarine Blue
Yellow Ochre
Burnt Sienna
🎨 Alla Prima Foundations: Painting the Still Life in a Single Sitting
Discover the art of alla prima—painting directly and expressively in one session—while mastering the fundamentals of oil painting. In this hands-on still life class, you’ll develop core skills in color mixing, value, temperature, and composition, learning to paint with confidence and clarity.
Through demonstrations and personalized instruction, you’ll complete finished paintings from life and gain a deeper understanding of how to see and translate light, form, and color with bold, painterly brushwork.
🖌️ Join us at AlvarezSchool.com and bring your still life to life—all in a single sitting.
Drop In: $50
Supply List:
Palette 11″x14″ or larger
Palette knife
Brushes, I prefer Flats #4-#6
Rags or paper towels
Solvent-odorless mineral spirits, I prefer to use walnut oil
Suggested Palette:
Titanium White
Cad. Lemon
Cad. Yellow
Cad. Orange
Cad. Red Light
Alizarin Crimson
Ultramarine Blue
Yellow Ochre
Burnt Sienna
Ivory Black
Figure Drawing: Drawing from Life
The human figure is often regarded as the most beautiful and complex form in the universe, embodying countless challenges and opportunities for artistic mastery. In this course, we will explore essential aspects of figure drawing — including draftsmanship, proportion, value, and composition — and learn how to integrate these elements to create drawings that feel alive and full of vitality. We will be working from a live model, as drawing from life provides the most effective and enriching learning experience.
Supply list:
18″ x 24″ pad of newsprint paper
Fine point permanent markers
Charcoal, vine, or compressed charcoal (avoid the fat-squared compressed varieties)
Kneaded eraser
Art chamois (chamois from the auto part stores are more economical)
For the first class, bring the first 2 items, and we’ll discuss the rest.
IPlein Air Painting Retreat!
Immerse yourself in a three-day, three-night retreat at the breathtaking John Wesley Ranch, nestled next to the scenic beauty of Mueller State Park. Enjoy comfortable lodging and expertly crafted meals by High Altitude Taste, featuring the culinary talents of Chef Aubrey. This enriching workshop offers 18 hours of hands-on instruction, complemented by engaging evening critiques to refine your skills.
Outdoor easel
Palette 11″x14″ or larger
Palette knife
Brushes, I prefer Flats #4-#6
Rags or paper towels
Solvent-odorless mineral spirits
Sunscreen, hat
Water
Suggested Palette:
Titanium White
Cad. Lemon
Cad. Yellow
Cad. Orange
Cad. Red Light
Alizarin Crimson
Ultramarine Blue
Yellow Ochre
Burnt Sienna
Ivory Black
Ongoing Classes
Open Figure Drawing Session
Non-instructional figure drawing session focusing on short poses ranging from 1 minute to 20 minutes. Come on down enjoy practicing your seeing and drawing skills in front of a live model. Enjoy good music and the great company of fellow artists as they practice their skills.
Class Date & Time: Thursdays 6:00 PM-8:00 PM
Monthly Membership Rate: $60
Non-Member Rate: $20 per session
Please be advised:
We request that if you have had a fever, chills, cough, fatigue, or have been exposed to someone with Covid-19 that you do not come to class. Stay home and get well.