CLARTSA010 - Drawing Fundamentals
Embrace an “I can do this” attitude and create images that exceed your expectations with the support of artist and teacher Stanley Kaminski. Gain confidence as you learn to draw what you see, one step at a time. Beginners acquire essential methods to learn object drawing, while intermediate artists benefit from relearning drawing fundamentals.
Note: Studio art supply lists are shared two weeks before the course start date. Contact cpcoord@rice.edu with questions.
Course Details
Stanley Kaminski, M.F.A., is a Houston artist whose work has been shown in 16 states and internationally in Slovenia. He is included in “The Best of Printmaking: An International Collection.” He currently teaches art at Houston Community College–Northwest. Kaminski holds a master’s degree in fine arts from Louisiana State University. He has been teaching studio art with Rice Continuing Studies for more than 25 years.
On campus
This course will be delivered on campus/in person. Classroom and parking information will be sent prior to your course start date.
- Learning ways to hold a pencil
- Using line quality
- Recognizing eye level
- Drawing from objects and photographs
- Selecting/using gradations of light, key and color
- Measuring proportions, directions, angles and vertical/horizontal relationships
- Applying perspective techniques
- Freehand gridding
- Overcoming frustration
- Accessing your creativity
Fee does not include cost of supplies, approximately $95. Studio art supply lists are shared two weeks before the course start date. Contact cpcoord@rice.edu with questions.