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ClassBento money-back guarantee
Our mission is to improve mental wellbeing through our workshops and experiences. We curate our teachers and hosts carefully to ensure that they are of high quality.
That's why we provide a money-back guarantee*: If you're unsatisfied with this experience, just leave it at least 20 minutes before it ends, and tell us (the ClassBento team) the reason for your dissatisfaction within 4 hours of that time, and we'll provide you with a refund.
For extra peace of mind, all our bookings are covered by our $20 million public liability insurance.
* We may choose to limit our refund per customer at $1000. In some rare cases, we may also require you to show us your photo ID before we process the refund.
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Fundamentals of Charcoal Drawing Class
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8 x 2.5 hours
6 to 15 guests
$520
What you'll do
Charcoal is one of the most versatile and expressive mediums. Your tutor, Michael Simms, is a multi-award-winning artist based in Sydney whose work is characterized by dream-like depictions of the human figure. Classes will consist of drawing demonstrations, talks, and individual feedback. Students will paint from a combination of master copies, photographic references, and a live model.Students will experiment with various techniques to capture still life, portraits, and the human figure. In a fun and relaxed environment, you will learn to explore:
- The essentials of tone
- How to build form and create volume
- Drawing warm-up exercises
- Basic anatomy, perspective, and proportion
- Expressive mark-making
- The fundamentals of composition
- Lighting, atmosphere, expression, and how to build confidence in your creative instincts
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Knowledge required
Beginner to intermediate levels.
What you'll get
Complete a series of studies in the first few weeks of term, with the goal of developing one major portrait or figurative work by the end of the course.
What to bring
- A3 Newsprint pad
- Archers Smooth Watercolour Paper 185 gsm. 2 A2 Sheets
- Generals Compressed Charcoal Pencil, HB, 2B, 6B
- Generals Compressed Jumbo Charcoal Sticks
- Willow charcoal (thick and thin)
- Can of Spray Fixative
- Tissues
- Kneadable eraser
- Jasart size 12 flat brush and size 6 flat brush
- 2H, HB, and 2B graphite pencils
Session repeats
This class series runs over 8 consecutive sessions, at the same time every week.
Suitable for
This class is great for a team building activity, Christmas party or hens party.
Your teacher
Art Est. Art School is a dynamic creative hub for the visual arts in Leichhardt. Our dynamic art space is a haven for students of all ages and abilities, offering a chance to discover and develop their creative potential in a professional studio environment alongside practising artists. Our school was established in 2008. All our tutors are award winning practicing artists and experts in their genre and medium. Our tutors deliver exceptional art education in a nurturing and relaxed atmosphere, helping our students reach their full artistic potentialFrom Painting, Drawing and Ceramics, we offer an extensive range of classes, parties, and workshops to suit all interests and skill levels.Join us today and discover the joy of creating art in a supportive and inclusive community.
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