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Figure Drawing for beginners

Sponsored by: ASUW Experimental College and Wonder School of the Arts
Taught by Nils Osmar  Location: UW campus. Questions? Call 206-420-1309 or email
Sat. 1 pm-2:45 pm 4/24-5/15 Tuition: $99

Anyone can learn how to draw people!  In this class you'll learn how to draw the human figure, using an easy step-by-step method.  We'll start by sketching some figures based on simple, underlying shapes, then add in the details.  You'll learn about proportions and foreshortening, motion and action and how to use shading to make the figure look real and three-dimensional.  Plus, an easy method of drawing clothing on the finished figure. No need to buy or bring any art materials; they're all provided. 

See also: Drawing for absolute beginners
See also:
Drawing Faces for beginners

See also: Perspective drawing
See also: Cartooning 101
See also: Painting for absolute beginners
See also: How to draw clothing
See also:
Drawing in pen, brush & ink

More info about our ART CLASSES
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To sign up now for Figure Drawing for Beginners, call 206-420-1309 or click the link below. If you don't see a link, go to the class page.

Tuition (EC FIGURE DRAWING CLASS)

Student comments

(I liked) the instructor's ability to simplify the important concepts necessary to draw the human figure including foreshortening. (comment submitted online)

Instructors attitude toward students, their objectives and their out put was positive and affirming....encouraging and accepting (comment submitted online)

This was my first figure drawing class, I had no idea what to expect when I walked in the door. I felt comfortable at all times and I enjoyed the different skill levels in the class. I loved the teacher and overall I learned a great deal and had fun in the class. I would for sure recommend it to a friend! (comment submitted online)

I liked learning techniques. Nils simplified the process so that drawing the figure is not so daunting to me any more. Great class! (comment submitted online)

It was great, exactly what I was hoping for. I improved a lot and I understand the figure better now. - M.L., Seattle

Thanks for the extra help with hands and feet. The class was excellent and I'll be back for some more in the future. - S.F., Seattle

At LAST I understand about proportions!!!!! Thank you for explaining the difference between the three types. And it was nice having all the materials provided. - S.L., Seattle

What I liked: the handouts, the lectures, the step by step stuff, the instructor's knowledge and organized approach. Disliked: no latte stand in the building! Okay, okay, I'll bring my own next time :) --O.E., Bellevue

This was a great class for me. It went at an easy pace, but covered more than most figure drawing classes cover in a year. My wife mentioned the improvement in my drawings. - R.G., Seattle

Thank you so much for the class. I was one of those people who had never drawn before. Your method is great, it makes everything fast and easy. - Shelly H., Seattle

Nils is well organized and presents the information stap by step so that everyone can keep up. There was a good balance between the parts where he was showing us how to do things, and the drawing periods when we could practice it. - S.B., Seattle

I loved it, it was really fun. - K.A., Seattle

Frequently asked questions

Are these online courses? Or do they meet in a classroom?
They are in-person classes that meet in a classroom in Seattle, Washington.

Are your classes sponsored by a school?
They are sponsored by two schools: the ASUW Experimental College,
a non-credit program run by the Associated Students University of Washington (
ASUW),
and the
Wonder School of the Arts, an independent school established in 1996.

Are they accredited?
No, they're non-credit courses for personal enrichment.

Where are the classes held?
Most of them are held on the University of Washington campus in Seattle.
The exact building and driving directions will be sent by email when you sign up.

Are they only for U.W. students? Or can anyone sign up?
They're open to everyone. You don't have to be a UW student.

How do I sign up?
To sign up by phone, call 206-420-1309. To sign up online,

use the Add to Cart button near the top of the page.
You'll have a choice of paying by Visa or MasterCard, Discover Card or American Exress, or Paypal.
If you'd rather pay by check,
download this form, print it, and mail it
If you have trouble downloading it, call 206-420-1309 or
email us and we'll send you a copy.

How can I make sure that a class still has openings?
If the payment links are active the class still has openings.

Can I pay using a credit card or debit card?
Yes.
We can take Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card and American Express.
To sign up online using a credit or debit card:

1) scroll up to the top of this page
2) click the Add to Cart button
3) click "proceed to checkout"
4) click at the bottom where it says,
"Use your Credit Card or Bank account"
and enter your credit card information.

Or just call 206-420-1309, and we can take your credit card over the phone.

Can I pay using Paypal?
Yes.
Just click the Add to Cart links then choose Paypal as your form of payment.

Can I pay by check?
Yes.
If you'd like to pay by check, just download this form, print it,
and mail it to the address on the form along with your check or money order.
If you have trouble downloading or printing it, call us at
206-420-1309 or
email us and we'll send you a copy.
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Can I pay using cash?
Yes,
if you don't mind making a trip over to pay in person.
Call 206-420-1309 for information about how to do so.

When will I receive a confirmation?
You should receive a confirming email within 24 hours of registering.
If you don't get a confirming email, please check your spam folder first.
if its not there, call or email 206-420-1309 or
Nilsosmar@gmail.com

What is your refund/cancellation policy?

If you sign up for a class, then it is cancelled, you will receive
your choice of either a full cash refund or a tuition credit
good toward any of the other classes listed on this page.

If you sign up for a class, then change your mind or can't attend,
and notify us before the first meeting, you will receive your choice of either
1) a refund of the entire fee you paid for the class, minus the $10 registration fee,
or
2) a tuition voucher for the full amount paid.

If you notify us after the first class meeting, but before the second meeting,
you'll receive a tuition credit for 50 percent of the class fee.

If you attend some meetings of a class but miss some meetings,
you can make up the meetings you missed the following quarter at no charge.

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You can pay using Visa, Mastercard, Paypal, check or cash.
To sign up, click the course title to be taken to the class page,
then click the Add to Cart link on that page.
Or call 206-420-1309 to register by phone.

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Questions? Email Nilsosmar@gmail.com or call 206-420-1309