Front of studio = 9 people, including instructor
Back of studio = 6 people, including instructor
Join us to draw or paint from a nude model. The 3-hour session includes mixed-length poses. These are monitored "open drawing" sessions; there is no instruction. Students must register at least 48 hours in advance. School Policies Students who withdraw 48 hours prior to the first class are eligible for a refund or credit toward another class, less a $25 registration fee. Please click here for more details.
Term: Winter 2026
Suggested Ages: 18+
Dates: 1/20, 2/3 and 2/17
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In this 4-week class, students will bring original characters to life, from first concept to finished design. Learn the principles of character design while creating characters for animation, games, comics, or illustration projects. Each week focuses on a different part of the process, combining design fundamentals with drawing techniques. Work digitally or on paper and develop multiple fully realized characters with turnarounds, expression sheets, and color variations. Tuition for this class includes a fee of $10 for basic materials provided by CAW. School Policies Students who withdraw 48 hours prior to the first class are eligible for a refund or credit toward another class, less a $25 registration fee. Please click here for more details.
Term: Winter 2026
Suggested Ages: 16+
Dates: 2/7–2/28
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Approach color and thus your art practice with new and open eyes. Working from Josef Albers's famous "Interaction of Color," as well as Horstman's new book "Interacting with Color" we will experiment with such color phenomena as simultaneous contrast and the illusion of transparency. No prior experience is required. School Policies Students who withdraw 48 hours prior to the first class are eligible for a refund or credit toward another class, less a $25 registration fee. Please click here for more details.
Term: Winter 2026
Suggested Ages: 18+
Dates: 1/21
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Explore essential drawing skills in an approachable, supportive setting. With guided practice and traditional techniques, students will learn how to observe more closely and turn those observations into expressive, confident sketches. Tuition for this class includes a fee of $20 for materials provided by CAW. School Policies Students who withdraw 48 hours prior to the first class are eligible for a refund or credit toward another class, less a $25 registration fee. Please click here for more details.
Term: Winter 2026
Suggested Ages: 17+
Dates: 1/21–2/25
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This beginner drawing class is designed for anyone who enjoys drawing. Students will explore various drawing materials and perspectives, experimenting with line, positive and negative shapes, depth, and volume. They'll also learn techniques to create light and shadow effects on objects in different settings. The tuition for this class includes a fee of $10 for basic materials provided by CAW. Please see recommended student material list below. School Policies Students who withdraw 48 hours prior to the first class are eligible for a refund or credit toward another class, less a $25 registration fee. Please click here for more details.
Term: Winter 2026
Suggested Ages: 18+
Dates: 1/24–2/28
More info…Explore essential drawing skills in an approachable, supportive setting. With guided practice and traditional techniques, students will learn how to observe more closely and turn those observations into expressive, confident sketches. Tuition for this class includes a fee of $20 for materials provided by CAW. School Policies Students who withdraw 48 hours prior to the first class are eligible for a refund or credit toward another class, less a $25 registration fee. Please click here for more details.
Term: Winter 2026
Suggested Ages: 17+
Dates: 1/21–2/25
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