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Introduction to Drawing

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Diana Brownell

Drawing + Painting Class: All Levels

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+

6 Week Session: Saturdays, 1–3:30 pm, 1/24–2/28
6 sessions: $347.50; Capacity: 10

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Supplies:
Drawing Supplies:
Vine charcoal - soft, 1⁄4” thick, 4-6 sticks
Compressed charcoal, very soft, round (not square), 2-3 sticks
Charcoal pencil, soft, 1
Conte crayon, very soft, 2 sticks
Ebony pencil, 1
Staedtler Mars white eraser, 1
Kneaded eraser, 1
Pencil sharpener
Chamois cloth or a scrap of very soft cotton material like a T-shirt
18 x 24 white paper drawing pad

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