Drawing for Painters at Ox Bow

THIS IS A 4 DAY CLASS. Inspired by Ox-Bow’s natural landscape, students in this workshop will explore where the technical aspects of drawing meet painting, with attention to line, value, structure, and mark-making in charcoal, conte crayon, and watercolor. To further experiment with mark-making, demonstrations will guide students through the project of designing and building their own brushes and tools using organic materials including beeswax, horsehair, and jute.

Plan to bring: drawing board no smaller than 18 by 24 inches, apron and/or old clothes, masking tape, Sharpie, watercolor brushes (at least 2 sizes), paper towels or soft cotton rags, small watercolor palette, scissors, jar with wide base for water, bug spray, hat, and water bottle.