Charting Your Drawing Journey
Follow a deliberate progression that gradually builds your artistic foundation. Our curriculum guides you from basic line work to confident artistic expression through proven teaching methods.
Learning Modules Breakdown
Each module builds on prior knowledge while introducing new ideas. You’ll spend about three weeks on each module, providing time for practice and skill absorption.
Foundation Lines & Basic Shapes
We begin by gaining control of your pencil. You’ll learn how different grips influence line quality and practice creating steady strokes. Basic geometric forms become your building blocks.
- Line Weight Control
- Geometric Construction
- Hand-Eye Coordination
Understanding Light & Shadow
Light makes objects appear three-dimensional on flat paper. You’ll study how light behaves and practice creating convincing shadows using various shading techniques.
- Value Scales
- Cast Shadows
- Form Shadows
- Reflected Light
Perspective Fundamentals
Objects appear smaller as they recede. This module covers one-point and two-point perspective, helping you render believable spaces and objects.
- Horizon Lines
- Vanishing Points
- Foreshortening
- Spatial Relationships
Proportional Drawing
Getting proportions right makes drawings look convincing. You’ll learn measurement techniques and practice perceiving relationships between different parts of your subject.
- Comparative Measurement
- Negative Space
- Grid Methods
- Visual Triangulation
How We Monitor Your Progress
Assessments aren’t about grades — they help you understand your current standing and future direction. We employ multiple methods to reveal your growth and identify areas for targeted practice.
Portfolio Evaluations
Every four weeks, we review your recent work together. These conversations identify patterns in your growth and highlight breakthroughs you may have overlooked.
Hands-on Skill Assessments
Short, focused exercises that let you demonstrate specific techniques. Think of them as friendly challenges – can you create smooth gradations? Draw a cube in perspective? These help us both gauge your technical progress.
Peer Review Sessions
Sometimes fellow students notice things instructors miss. These structured group discussions teach you to analyze artwork constructively while gaining fresh perspectives on your own work.
Self-Reflection Projects
You’ll document your artistic journey through written reflections and comparative studies. This metacognitive approach helps you become aware of your own learning process and artistic choices.