Mondays, 5:30pm–8pm
November 25 + December 2, 9, 16
Taught by Nelli Astvatsatrian*
In this 4-week introductory course, you’ll explore basic techniques for figure and portrait drawing with live models. Discover line, shading, and proportions as you dive into an artistic study of human anatomy.
Join us to experiment with a variety of materials and start developing your unique style in figure drawing. The human figure offers endless inspiration for both beginners and experienced artists.
Each session will include materials and refreshments. A different model will pose each week in order to represent varied body types. Be advised that this is an unclothed life drawing course with male and female models.
Max: 12 people
$200
Nelli holds a BA in Art Practice and Rhetoric from the University of California, Berkeley and has taught figure drawing at Drawwing Cabinet, Richmond Art Center, TUMO Studios and Kala Art Institute.
Saturdays, 9:15am–11:45am
November 9, 16, 23, 30
Taught by Somi Jun
Every Saturday, students will spend 2.5 hours drafting and revising their college essays. Somi will offer practical, empathetic feedback as well as relevant writing samples, collected over 8+ years of tutoring.
Please reach out for a free consultation to see if this workshop is right for you. Email somi@marchaprilart.com with the subject line “November Crash Course: Free Consultation.”
By the end of this course, each student will have a final draft of:
- the personal statement
- supplementary essays for up to two colleges
- the activities and awards sections
Max: 6 people
$825*Pay a 25% deposit to enroll. The balance is due at the end of the course.
We offer financial aid based on context.