Adult Arts ProgramsTermsFALL TERMSept. 20-Dec. 18, 2010 WINTER TERMJanuary 10-March 12, 2011 SPRING TERMApril 4-June 18, 2011 DiscountsStudents who register in the fall for a minimum of one class in each of the fall, winter & spring terms will be entitled to a 5% discount off one winter & one spring class. ARAS Members in good standing receive an additional discount. Get the details. Payment PlansPayment plans can be arranged for those registering for more than one term or for those registering more than one family member in one term. Payment plans must be made through the office with post-dated cheques or pre-authorized credit card payments. Some restrictions apply. Please contact 416-961-1502, ext. 303 or email us for details. PoliciesPlease familiarize yourself with our registration information, important dates, and school policies. MaterialsPrices include applicable taxes and materials, unless "materials list provided" or "download material list" is indicated. Material lists will be available for download in PDF format at least two weeks prior to the start of class. The School reserves the right to cancel any class with insufficient enrollment up to one week prior to the published start date; we are not responsible for purchased art supplies. 
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Drawing for BeginnersMichael Antkowiak • Jennifer Hinrichs • Lydia Panart This program is designed for beginners, as well as those who wish to improve their drawing skills and refine their understanding of visual language. Using pencils, conté, charcoal and pastels, fundamental techniques such as line weights, shading and highlighting will be explored. Students will develop their drawing skills and become confident with the tools of visual expression. Material list provided Monday 7:00-9:00 pm • J. Hinrichs
Wednesday 9:00 am-12:00 pm • M. Antkowiak
Saturday 9:00-10:30 am • L. Panart
Drawing in ColourPastels are one of the most immediate and satisfying mediums to work in. They can produce intense, vivid colours or soft and subtle shades and were used by many famous artists including Renoir and Degas. A great introduction to colour, for people who are contemplating a painting course, this program is guaranteed to take your drawing abilities to the next level. Soft chalk pastel, in both stick and pencil form, is a dry medium that combines the best qualities of drawing and painting. It is an expressive medium, which will allow for a more satisfying drawing experience. Working from photos and still life, students will develop their understanding of colour theory, harmony and composition. Friday 12:45-3:45 pm
Drawing & CompositionIn this course, for students with some previous drawing experience, participants will learn to create with more confidence. Working from the human figure and from other sources and subject matter, the class will explore both drawing for its own sake, or as a first step toward painting. Subjects covered include line as contour, positive forms and negative shapes, light and shadow, perspective, proportion, and how they affect composition. Model fee included, download material list Wednesday 1:00-3:30 pm
Portrait and Figure DrawingDesigned for students who would like to explore the human figure in-depth, this class will delve into the many subtle details of working with this subject matter. Students will depict the human figure in the context of its surrounding space and will address some of the issues related to drawing this complex form. Contour, line, shading, highlighting, proportions and capturing the individual's character will be some of the topics dealt with in this studio class. This course is suitable for both beginners and those who have had some experience with drawing. Model fee included, download material list Thursday 12:45-3:45 pm
Master Class in PortraitureThis structured curriculum responds to the increasing desire of serious artists to acquire the skills to be able to paint the portrait from life. Precise consideration will be given to accurate drawing and the effects of light on form. Working on a single piece throughout the term, you will cultivate an ability to challenge yourself, problem-solve and self-correct. Instruction will be in the form of intensive, daily demonstrations and individual critique. Using traditional ideas and techniques, you will create a personal expression through technical excellence. The only prerequisites are self-motivation, a passion to learn, and desire to be pushed to very high levels. You will perceive more deeply, think more clearly, and create more skillfully with your own hands, in this field where skills count! This is an ARC approved Atelier course. Model fee included, download material list Thursday 7:00-10:00 pm
Master Class in Figure DrawingWorking from the live model is central to any serious student's art education. Executing one work of art per term, students will be trained in proven, authentic, classical methods of composition, depiction and draftsmanship while their art will remain personal and distinctive. Individuals will be encouraged to perceive more deeply, think more clearly and create more skillfully with their own hands. Model fee included, download material list Wednesday 7:00-10:00 pm
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