Using the Entire Value Scale in Drawing, A Fresh Approach
I will be demonstrating an easy method for looking and drawing using the entire value scale. With nature as out model, we will start with a toned paper and use erasers, soft charcoal, and hard charcoal pencils to create bright lights and deep shadows. An emphasis will be placed on basic shapes and how they are lit. This is an easy technique for creating a complete drawing, that produces great results for both the beginner and the experienced drawer. Participants are encouraged to try this technique but may go on to use their own methods and materials as they so choose.
For Watercolor: Robert Holland, www.robertjohnholland.com
While the medium Bob has selected for instruction on June 4th is watercolors, his art encompasses many different media including sculpture, drawing, and painting. In fact, his work and inspirations and his many interests defy easy description. A visit to his website will provide additional information on this talented artist.
I will be demonstrating an easy method for looking and drawing using the entire value scale. With nature as out model, we will start with a toned paper and use erasers, soft charcoal, and hard charcoal pencils to create bright lights and deep shadows. An emphasis will be placed on basic shapes and how they are lit. This is an easy technique for creating a complete drawing, that produces great results for both the beginner and the experienced drawer. Participants are encouraged to try this technique but may go on to use their own methods and materials as they so choose.
Artist and former Executive Director of the Chautauqua-Lake Erie Art Trail, is a prolific painter of landscapes with much experience in the vineyards, including our own. Thomas has an easygoing personality, a love of the outdoors, and much experience in plein aire painting. His enthusiasm is contagious which bodes an afternoon of learning and enjoyment. Here he is, doing just that.
For Photography: James Hoggard, www.JamesHoggardPhotography.com
People interested in photography should bring their own camera “so that we can find ways to improve everyone's photography with the equipment they already have. I will bring my various camera systems so that: a) they can find out about something different, b) I can be using something similar to what they own, if I have something like it, and c) because people love to find out about my older film cameras such as the large-format view camera I use for most of my work. This will be a fun, casual, hands-on photo experience that will take the form of whatever the participants want to learn. With a class size this small, I will be able to customize to fit everyone's needs and interests quite well (I hope)”.
Cameras I will have on hand for anyone who wants to discuss them:
Large format view camera (4 x 5") system
Hasselblad 500C medium format system
Nikon digital SLR system
Panasonic digital point and shoot
Other camera accessories that people might be interested in:
Hand-held light meters
Filters for black and white and color photography
Tripods
Backpacks for lugging all this crap around
Topics to be discussed
Basic composition of landscapes and scenics
Exposure
Light, and time of day
The Zone System for exposing and developing black and white film
Absolutely anything anyone WANTS to discuss!
Large format view camera (4 x 5") system
Hasselblad 500C medium format system
Nikon digital SLR system
Panasonic digital point and shoot
Other camera accessories that people might be interested in:
Hand-held light meters
Filters for black and white and color photography
Tripods
Backpacks for lugging all this crap around
Topics to be discussed
Basic composition of landscapes and scenics
Exposure
Light, and time of day
The Zone System for exposing and developing black and white film
Absolutely anything anyone WANTS to discuss!
While the medium Bob has selected for instruction on June 4th is watercolors, his art encompasses many different media including sculpture, drawing, and painting. In fact, his work and inspirations and his many interests defy easy description. A visit to his website will provide additional information on this talented artist.
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