Learning to draw is not about talent, it’s about learning to see; and learning to see is about shifting your perceptions – anyone can do it. Join artist and author-illustrator Ruby Roth and improve your current art skills across the board by learning how to draw one of L.A.’s best live figure models. In a no-pressure atmosphere, you’ll pick up tools and techniques to start capturing gestures and a better understanding of form, no matter your subject. All levels welcome, whether you’re an absolute beginner or figure-drawing regular.
—startlosangeles
NEXT WEEK in LOS ANGELES
I am running a guided drawing session with live model Shadia Elise —
secretwalls
hosts
OBSERVATION + PERCEPTION:
LEARNING TO SEE THE FIGURE
Thursday 21 March 2024 7–10pm
Location:
startlosangeles/secretwalls
2272 Venice Boulevard Los Angeles, CA 90006 USA
18 + EVENT
Limited materials to be provided –
YOU ARE HIGHLY ENCOURAGED TO BRING YOUR OWN
Let me explain:
As a beginner, my lines were sketchy and heavy, not confident or understood.
I was trying to figure out the live figure with no real system in place to tackle it.
And I was scared to tackle hands and feet!
But in 2003, I started studying differently …
I learned tools to learn how to see.
Within a couple years, I was a different artist.
I had gained confidence, and a better understanding of form.
(even hands and feet)
My lines became simpler, because I could see the figure more clearly.
Hands too.
(I was even using both hands to draw)
Regardless of the challenge, drawing from life became easier to tackle, and more meditative.
Secret: These practices can benefit all aspects of your life – communication, relationships, even health.
Drawing is deep. Come see.
Join my workshop, I’ll show you the practices that changed the way I see.
—ruby roth
Flommist Ruby Roth is an artist, designer, creative strategist, and the author-illustrator of four leading books for kids. Her work has been featured on Today, CNN, FOX, NBC, ABC News, and other major media outlets. Copyright © 2024 Ruby Roth.
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