Drawing Classes in Washington, DC

In this class we will do a graphite still life drawing. I will go over hatching and cross hatching techniques to build value to create depth, and use basic shapes to build our objects. We will review how to create a dynamic composition to make a beautiful drawing! The techniques you will learn are foundational skills that can be applied to a variety...

Have you wanted to learn to draw people? Well, this course is designed for beginner to intermediate learners. We will learn how to construct the figure using various methods. Studying the basic proportions, and the dynamic actions, and some advanced techniques like foreshortening you will walk away with tools, techniques and ways of looking at drawing...

Learn how to draw and paint beautiful botanicals in a fun, stress-free environment where absolutely no experience is necessary. This class is designed for both inexperienced students and those who wish to improve their skills. We will cover line drawing, and basic as well as more advanced watercolor techniques to create beautiful flowers...

In this very beginning level cartooning class, learn the basic techniques of cartoon drawing and doodling. During this 1.5 hour course you will learn how to go from stick figures to actual faces. Learn the basics of drawing, create your own artistic style, get familiar with creating your own cartoon characters. Outcome will be actual fun cartoon faces...

This class is the second class in our Watercolor Workshop Series. Though it can be taken on its own, we recommend you first take Virtual Floral Watercolor for Beginners. Watercolor is the perfect medium to create gorgeous landscapes. In this class, you'll create a bucolic scene with trees, water, grass, flowers, and a serene sky.  I'll walk...

This class is a continuation of my Watercolor Florals, and if you're ready to learn more and take your watercolor flowers to the next level, look no further! This is the class you need! In this intermediate installment of my watercolor floral classes, we'll review how to choose the best materials and learn advanced techniques for painting gorgeous...

Mixed media collage is the utilization of more than one medium in a single piece of art and may include paint, glitter, crayons, fabric, magazine/book images/quotes, found objects, ink, watercolor, oil pastel, chalk pastel, colored pencils, etc.  Mixed media art brings together all of your artistic skills, even if they’re not as good as you’d...

Watercolor is the perfect medium to create gorgeous landscapes. In this class, you'll create a bucolic winter wonderland scene with trees, snow, a charming cottage, and a lovely winter sky. I'll walk you through every step, beginning with the essential techniques needed to complete a landscape and how to use household items and regular house paint...

Please join me in this fun and unique collaging class. You will learn how to use an assemblage of different forms (clippings from books, magazines, etc.) to create a new whole image. I will teach you how to train your eye to recognize which images to combine together and how to see a variety of options for using a single image all in an exciting,...

Discover drawing through the elements and principles of design. Starting with line, we’ll learn how to convey volume, think and see compositionally, and much more. Open to all skill levels. Taught by Shannon Green. Join on your computer or tablet wherever you have internet. A Zoom link and art materials list will be sent to you prior to class....

Watch online demonstrations of how to observe and render interiors (like your apartment!) in perspective. Start your own drawings at home and get personal online interactive coaching to improve your work and get answers to your perspective questions.  If the students are comfortable with sharing, drawings and critique of each student’s work will...

Come join us for a Holiday themed Drink & Draw and get into the holiday spirit in French!   For this Holiday edition of “Dessiner et Picoler”, we will review some holiday themed vocabulary, draw and chit chat everything Christmas related, in a relaxed atmosphere! We might even play some classic French Christmas songs and share stories...

Come socialize and Draw a fun costumed model on ZOOM. This is a great way to stay social with friends and artists while staying home.  Draw a fun costumed model on ZOOM. This is a great way to stay social with friends & artists while staying home. 5s, 10s & 25 minute Poses Dress up if you like, get a glass of something and lets have...

This online drawing class focuses on the basics of drawing with pencil, eraser, and paper. Expert teachers guide students through the elements of art, including line, shape, shadow, value, tone, form and perspective, demonstrating and offering critiques of work.  This course is ideal for beginner and intermediate-level students who seek a foundation...

Experiment and play with drawing techniques using pencil, charcoal, chalk pastel, ink, tempera, watercolor and mixed media! In this course, learn about the dynamic attributes of these art mediums while you practice, discover, and create projects that challenge your imagination, potential and more. Class 1: Chiaroscuro Techniques in pencil, charcoal...