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Instructor: Nils Osmar ~ Course fee (for General Public): $99 Winter quarter dates and times: Sunday 2/22 only, 10 am.-5 p.m
In this fun, beginning-level class, students will learn how draw using colored pencils: how to mix and blend colors, draw simple shapes and forms, then draw trees, leaves, mountains, landscapes and more. You'll also learn about types of pencils, including regular, verithin and watercolor pencils, and how they work. This class is sponsored by the Wonder School of the Arts, and is held in the U district in Seattle. Registration information is at the bottom of this page.
It sounds fun, but I've never drawn or painted before. Not a problem; the class is open to beginners. Is the class sponsored by a school? Yes. It's sponsored by the Wonder School of the Arts. Do I need to bring any materials, or buy any in the class? You don't need to bring any materials; there is a $5 materials fee which covers the cost of materials used during the class. (The materials fee is not due until the first class meeting) Can you tell me more about the instructor? Nils Osmar has made his living in the arts for over twenty years, working as a writer (short stories, stageplays & screenplays), illustrator (traditional and modern media), filmmaker and teacher. He currently teaches at the ASUW Experimental College, (a noncredit program of the Associated Students University of Washington) and the Wonder School of the Arts. Upcoming classes include:
Drawing for absolute beginners Learn to Draw Faces Figure Drawing for beginners Cartooning 101 Exploring Color Perspective Drawing for Beginners Acrylic Painting for Beginners How to Draw Clothing Drawing and Painting Flowers Colored Pencil Drawing for Beginners Adobe Photoshop Writing Fiction and Short Stories It's Time to Write Your Screenplay Beginning Acting Acting in a Movie Documentary filmmaking Filmmaking for Beginners
How do I sign up? Please see registration information at the bottom of this page.
Nils, Just wanted to let you know that I completed my application to the Game Animation Certificate program, and as of a week ago received notice of my acceptance. One of my portfolio pieces was a charcoal figure based upon one of the exercises from class - and of course, I'd never touched charcoal before meeting you. Thanks again for all the tips and encouragement! Your classes really helped polish my skills and boost my confidence a great deal. -- J.C. (Seattle) (The class) was well organized and you took us along step-by-step. I will see you in the fall for one of your other classes. - Mary J. (Redmond) Your teaching style was a pleasure to learn by and I enjoyed your class very much.. - Ruth B. (Seattle) I was the redhead who drove in every week from Tacoma. It was worth it. You really have something going if you can take someone like me and turn me into an artist, well, a beginning artist anyway! But that's way ahead of where I was. Thanks again Nils! - R.M. (Tacoma) Loved the right brain stuff, like drawing upside down. I also loved, honestly, that you provided the materials. (Art supplies) can be so expensive, I was happy when you told we wouldn't have to buy any. - M.R. (Bellevue) Thanks for taking some time before the class to help me figure out which class I should take. You weren't just trying to "sell" me a class, you helped me find the one that would be a good next step for me. - M.J. (Seattle) The instructor provided hands-on help and was especially well organized. He was very personable and remembered everyone's name. - Marion W., Bellevue Learning that I was capable of drawing, especially things that were somewhat complex. I also enjoyed Nils Osmar, the teacher, very much. I found him to be a gracious, patient and effective teacher. He is also nice. I plan on taking other art classes that he teaches. - H.D. , Seattle I liked the exposure to several different drawing methods. - P.L., Seattle The teacher was fabulous. Addressed every student by name and remembered the reasons why they were in the class and was so pleasant to learn from. I would love to take another class from him and bring more students. I like the pace and the instruction itself. Mr. Nils was very patient in explaining everything and the no pressure atmposhere was great for learning. - Rose B., Seattle I really enjoyed this class! The instructor was very relaxed and really encouraged all of us in our efforts, and answered questions and gave guidance whenever asked. The class was extremely low key and low stress, so it was kept fun and the pace was kept slow enough where I didn't feel rushed, but fast enough that I didn't get bored. I'm signing up right now for another of Nils' classes, he's a great instructor! (unsigned; comment submitted online)
Registration information! How to sign up:
Colored Pencil Drawing for Beginners is sponsored by the Wonder School of the Arts. Winter quarter registration is now open. By signing up, you are indicating your agreement with the statement below: I acknowledge that all activities involve inherent risks and agree to assume all risks of personal harm or injury relating to or resulting from my participation in any or all Wonder School classes for which I have registered. I further agree to hold the school, the instructors, and their families and associates harmless for all liability that may arise as a result of my participation in these classes. Please see the Wonder School home page for the school's refund policy.
1) To sign up NOW by phone: Call 206-420-1309, with a Visa, Mastercard, Discover Card or American Express card. You will be charged the course fee (payable to the instructor) plus a $5 registration fee.
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Questions? Call 206.420.1309 or email Seattleworkshops@aol.com