Enroll in Art Class!
Quick Sketch Model Sessions 6:30-9:30PM Every Wednesday
(NO Session last Wednesday of the month)
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Draw the nude model in short, mediumto long poses. Uninstructed but moderated. $15 drop in/ per session. FAQs below
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Draw & Paint with Instruction
Attention teenager and adult learners!
Are you interested in improving your skill? Are you a high school student developing a portfolio or an adult who wants help making your artwork better?
Bucks County Classical Art Center is now offering “Draw & Paint” on Thursday 10 am – noon or Thursday 4 pm– 6 pm.
Explore your creative side in a safe, supported learning environment. Bring your own ideas or have your instructor pick a project for you. Enjoy learning new things or swap ideas with classmates.
A quick talk on a specific subject matter pertaining to the needs of the class will start each class. One-on-one guidance is given to each student.
All mediums are welcome, pastel, charcoal, pencil, watercolor, and acrylic.
Children's Art Classes
2020
Saturdays, January 4th- February 8th, 9am to 10am, 6 Classes
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Saturdays, February 22nd-March 28th, 9am to 10am, 6 Classes
2019
Saturdays, September 14th - October 19th, 9am to 10am, 6 Classes
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Saturdays, November 2nd - December 7th, 9am to 10am, 6 Classes
Class is for children aged 7-10 who aspire to become future artists, are looking to improve their drawing abilities, or simply want to discover a new and challenging activity.
Each class goes a little further in the understanding of drawing basics.
We cover the qualities of lines, basic geometric shapes, shading and the essentials on color. Students are working on a variety of images and subjects to stimulate their curiosity and encourage their creativity.
The format is fun and relaxed with a snack break, but gently challenging and focused on developing your child's natural abilities. Each class goes a little further in the understanding of drawing basics.
Children starting in this class with the age limit(10 or older) may qualify to jump up to Basic Drawing.
Material List
(Graphite pencils(2H,HB,2B), Colored pencils(Rainbow colors), eraser, pencil sharpener, Favorite sketchbook)
Basic Drawing: beginner to intermediate
2020
Saturdays, Jan 11 & 18, Feb 8 & 22, no class Jan 25 or Feb 15, 11:30- 1pm, 4 classes, $85, one & 1/2 hours per class
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Saturdays, March 7, 14, 28 & April 4th, no class March 21st, 11:30- 1pm, 4 classes, $85, one & 1/2 hours per class
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Saturdays, April 25, May 2, 18, 23 no class May 9th, 11:30- 1pm, 4 classes, $85, one & 1/2 hours per class
This class is for beginners or artists who wish to review the basics. We cover how to use and handle drawing materials, making shapes, getting proportions, and shading. We will draw from different subject matter including still life, portrait and landscape. Practice exercises will be supplied to students. Students who wish to take their practice further can enroll in the Drawing Intensive Program.
Please note each class has specific content and there are no makeups!
Portrait Model Sessions
Draw or paint from live costumed portrait model in a single pose for 4 hours of model time!
$20
Dates for 2019-2020
Sept
Sept 28th
October 26th
November 16th
December 14th
January 25th
February 15th
March 21st
April 18th
May 9th
*Each Session is 10 am - 2 pm.
*Pre- Enrolled participants get first pick of spaces. Drop ins are welcome.
* Sessions are uninstructed but moderated. Atelier students receive instruction the previous week.
* Easels and tray tables are provided. Any medium or style of working is acceptable providing it does not disrupt others work habits. For more FAQs refer to the "Quick Sketch Model Sessions" on this page.
Life Drawing Long Pose
Sept 11- Oct 23, 7 weeks
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Oct 30-Dec 18, 7 weeks ( no class Nov 27 )
2020
Jan 8- March 4, 9 weeks ( Snow day makeups March 11& 18)
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March 25- May 13, 8 weeks ( Snow day makeups May 20& 27)
Live study from the model has been the cornerstone of classical study since antiquity. Learn to draw or paint from the live model in a single sustained pose. Learn how to measure from the live model, then construct and draw the figure. Finally we teach how to accurately shade and model the human form.
Please note: there is one continuous pose the entire class and the lighting is single source form lighting highlighting the form of the model.
Wednesdays, 1:00-4:00 PM, MATERIALS LIST
The live model long poses are available as a class (Instructed) or artists can register for the full session, do their own work (Uninstructed), and are guaranteed the same position.
Basic Artistic Anatomy of the Head
Next series of classes summer 2020!
This is a general anatomy of the head class for artists. We move from a general idea of the head to a more specific understanding of the muscles and systems. The goal of the class that you gain ability to draw a reasonable human head from imagination or from the live model. Emphasis is on artistic anatomy and what artists need to succeed!
For a general Artistic Anatomy Class, click here!
Please note each class has specific content and there are no makeups! Materials are a pencil, eraser and a 9x12" Sketchbook.
Basic Artistic Anatomy
Next series of classes summer 2020!
This is a general human anatomy class for artists. We move from a general idea of the body and its parts to a more specific understanding of the muscles and systems. The goal of the class that you gain ability to draw a reasonable human figure from imagination or from the live model. Emphasis is on artistic anatomy and what artists need to succeed!
For Head Anatomy specifically check out our Basic Artistic Anatomy of the Head Class
Please note each class has specific content and there are no makeups! Materials are a pencil, eraser and a 9x12" Sketchbook.
Drawing Program Intensive: Wednesday and/or Saturday Sept 2019-May 2020
Wednesdays 10am-4pm, September 11, 2019 - May 27th, 2020. Or, Saturdays 10am-1pm, September 7th, 2019 - May 23rd, 2020.
Once-monthly Portrait session 10am- 2pm
What is the course...
This is a comprehensive course focusing on fundamentals of accurate drawing, material handling and observation. The exercises and concepts build from simple to multilayered and more complex.
There is a studio segment which includes drawing from flat copies, plaster cast and still lifes. A portion of the work can be completed at home. We teach a variety of drawing methodologies including sight size and comparative drawing. Students draw with pencil or charcoal.
In the Wednesday class there are life drawing long poses in the afternoon. In the Saturday class there is a morning Studio Session with a once-a-month portrait session.
Scheduled class content will be available online for students to review and available in case of absence.
Students can sign up for either day or both if they wish to advance faster.
Wednesdays
10am Demonstration or Lecture
10:30 am- 12:30 Studio Work time and Critiques
12:30 Lunch
1 pm - 4pm Life Model
Saturdays
10am Demonstration or Lecture
10:30-1pm Work Time and Critique
Portrait Session as posted 10am-2pm once per month
Class Fees:
Wednesdays, Sept 2019 - May, 2020. $3,100.
Saturdays, Sept 2019 - May, 2020. $1,710.
Saturdays & Wednesdays, Sept 2019 - May, 2020. $4,810.
Pay for Classes below in full or Go to Installment Payment Options
Painting Program Intensive: Wednesday and/or Saturdays, Sept 2019- May 2020
Wednesdays 9am-4pm, September 11, 2019 - May 27th, 2020. And/or Saturdays 10am-1pm, September 7th, 2019 - May 23rd, 2020. Once monthly Portrait session 10am- 2pm
What is the course...
This course continues the skills built in the drawing intensive program. It is required to do the drawing portion intensive before doing the painting intensive. The focus is on continual improvement in drawing and observation skills with the addition of oil paint.
In the morning there is a studio segment which includes painting from cast, still life formats and master copies. As in the drawing Intensive some of the work can be completed at home. We teach wash drawing techniques, grisaille, and then color palette techniques.
In the Wednesday class there are life drawing long poses in the afternoon. In the Saturday class there is a morning Studio Session with a once-a-month portrait session.
Scheduled class content will be available online for students to review or for students who miss class..
Wednesdays
9 am Demonstration or Lecture
10am-12:30 Studio Time and Critque
12:30 Lunch
1 pm - 4pm Life Model
or
Saturdays 10am-1pm, September 7th, 2019 - May 23rd, 2020.
Once monthly Portrait session 10am- 2pm
Class Fees:
Wednesdays, Sept 2019 - May, 2020. $3,100.
Saturdays, Sept 2019 - May, 2020. $1,710.
Saturdays & Wednesdays, Sept 2019 - May, 2020. $4,810.
Pay for Classes below in full or Go to Installment Payment Options