Drawing 101 is a hands-on beginner's workshop led by Michael Bever, Army Ranger veteran, professional artist, and NCAG Chicago Artistic Director. Michael will walk you through the basics: how to see what's actually in front of you, how shapes build into form, and how to get it onto paper with a pencil.
NOTE WE ARE AT A NEW LOCATION THIS MONTH!!!
What You'll Learn:
How to draw what you see, not what you think you see
Breaking a subject down into basic shapes
Line, shading, and value
Proportion and composition
How to keep going when you think a drawing isn't working
No experience necessary. All you need is curiosity and a willingness to play with materials.
What's Included: All supplies needed
Cost: $10 for general public (covers all supplies)
FREE for veterans, dependents, and caregivers
INSTRUCTOR
Your instructor for this workshop is Michael Bever, a professional artist and Army Ranger veteran who serves as Artistic Director of NCAG Chicago. He has led the series' painting workshops and brings a patient, no-pressure approach whether you're starting from zero or picking a pencil back up after years.