Line and Gesture: An Expressive Approach to Figure Drawing

The line is a fundamental element of drawing. While creating line work is often perceived as a simple activity that people engage in throughout their lives—requiring minimal manual or cognitive skill—it is also a profound and expressive undertaking that conveys complex emotional states.

In this course, we will investigate line not only as a technique but also as a form of artistic expression. Participants will develop a direct relationship with visual perception and the observation of the human figure in its unrefined state. Our exploration will incorporate both traditional and unconventional artistic materials, emphasizing innovation and creativity. Students will have the freedom to choose their preferred materials and will practice various techniques to cultivate a personal artistic style that reflects their unique interests and personalities.

Saturday Afternoons from 1-4pm

February 1, 8, 15, and 22, 2025

Location: Cocker Fulton Studio

$200 + materials

Maximum of 10 students

Note: students will be working from a live model for each session.

Materials:

-          Graphite pencils: HB, 2B, 4B, 8B and/or charcoal

-          Kneadable eraser

-          Gum eraser

-          Drawing pad, 24”x 18”

Additional materials for subsequent classes may be identified by the approach and interest of the student.

About the Instructor:

Awadh Baryoum, an Ethiopian-born Canadian artist, was raised and educated through university in Aden, Yemen. He holds an MFA from the Savannah College of Art and Design in the United States. Baryoum is a recipient of a Fulbright scholarship and a research grant from the Canada Council for the Arts. His works have been widely exhibited in the United States.