Includes the evolution of sailboat design through the use of half-models and lines drawings. Each member of the class will then design a small sailboat and draw up plans. This class is for novices and intermediate level students. Dates Ongoing throughout the year, currently Tuesday mornings from 9 am. Number of students This class is open to the Arques School's apprentices and up to five additional students.
Tuition is for twenty sessions.
The balance to the instructor on the first day of class. Tool needs Students should have their own drafting equipment - pencils, straightedge, scale, erasers etc. Specialized drafting tools such as fairing battens will be provided. Robert Darr Robert Darr is a boatbuilder, designer and teacher with over twenty years experience. He is well known for his use of native California woods in boatbuilding and for his emphasis on self-reliance.