This is a five week course for one competence. This course is designed for those wishing to learn basic drawing techniques while using the city as a resource. Students with little or no drawing ability are encouraged to take the course, which will build on observation and simple exercises to develop the skills necessary to capture all aspects of the urban landscape from nature to the built environment. A variety of drawing materials will be used including pencil, pen and ink, wash and conte crayon. Weather permitting, the class will meet on location in places such as Grant Park, the Monroe Street Harbor, the Chicago River, and the Magnificent Mile.
Comfortable clothing is encouraged.
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