“Form and Function: The Foundations of Drawing and Painting the Portrait and Figure” via Zoom
October 30 to November 23 (four classes and four critique sessions)

 This class explores the fundamental principles of drawing and painting both the portrait and figure with an emphasis on clarity and craftsmanship. Using basic materials from graphite to oil paint, participants will follow a systematic approach to understanding anatomy and structure through line and tone. Examples of great masterworks will be used to inspire and instruct while facilitating the clear and concise rendering of the figure and portrait. This solid foundation creates the framework for a more lively and expressive approach to art. The class will feature an analysis of classic and contemporary artworks followed by demonstrations applying the complex principles of form, anatomy, and style represented by each masterwork.

CLASSES

There will be eight sessions in total. All students can view all eight sessions. DRAWING/PAINTING SESSIONS These classes will be held on four consecutive Fridays (October 30, November 6, November 13, and November 20) from 2 pm To 5 pm US Eastern Standard Time (where all participants will have the opportunity to both observe and submit questions using the chat feature). 
CRITIQUE SESSIONS The first three classes will be held on Wednesdays (November 4, November 11, November 18) and the final critique will be held on Monday, (November 23 ) from 2 pm to 5 pm US Eastern Standard Time. The critique is limited to the artwork of 20 students although all participants may observe.

CLASS INVITATIONS

To join Zoom meeting click on the following address

https://zoom.us/j/99762826335

Topic: “Form and Function: The Foundations of Drawing and Painting the Portrait and Figure”
Time: Oct 30, 2020 02:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Every week on Wed, Fri, 7 occurrence(s)
Oct 30, 2020 02:00 PM
Nov 4, 2020 02:00 PM
Nov 6, 2020 02:00 PM
Nov 11, 2020 02:00 PM
Nov 13, 2020 02:00 PM
Nov 18, 2020 02:00 PM
Nov 20, 2020 02:00 PM

The final critique class on November 23 will likely require a different invitation. More information to come

MODELS will appear primarily in the form of photo reference; however, there will be live in-studio models as well. The model reference images will be shown on screen (within Zoom’s rules) and participants will be directed to a website should they decide to purchase the same set for their own use.

CLASS RECORDINGS I realize it is difficult to attend each live class. In light of this, I will arrange a streaming feature on the class webpage which will give each student the opportunity to re-watch the class. Zoom’s recording is very poor quality so I will be recording the classes in HD with a separate device. The streaming option is a paid service so unfortunately, I cannot offer unlimited streams but I will offer a single free stream for each class that you can access any time of your choosing before December. You can watch it in addition to or instead of the live class. More information to come.

SUPPLY LIST

Drawing

5 Sheets Drawing Paper:  Any good quality drawing paper that you like. Canson “Mi Tientes” (smooth side) or Ingres works well. Canson sheets are 19×25”.  Rob will also use handmade paper from Twinrocker. This is optional. He typically uses “Creme” or “Yale”, text weight, Antique Laid 22×30 paper http://www.twinrocker.com
Newsprint Pad
Graphite Pencils2B, HB, H, 2H 4H
Pitt pastel pencil # 190 https://www.dickblick.com/items/20546-3130/ Conte Sanguine Pencil will serve as an alternative. 
Stick of white Conte or similar
Generals white pencil (called charcoal white) or similar
Generals Charcoal drawing pencils: soft, medium, hard
Generals charcoal sticks
Vine charcoal
Drawing board 18×24 or larger
masking tape
Kneaded eraser
Chamois cloth
Pencil Sharpener/razor blades

PAINTING
Paint colors (oils): ivory black,burnt umber, burnt sienna, cadmium yellow light, cadmium orange, cadmium red light, permanent rose, alizarin crimson,manganese violet, diozixine violet (optional), ultramarine blue, cerulean blue, phthalocyanine blue(optional), viridian, phthalocyanine green (optional),  titanium white
Brushes: hog bristle filbert shaped bristle brushes: #2, #4, #6, and #8 (Any brand of hog bristle is fine but Rob likes Silver Brush “Grand Prix” type). Filbert Series 1003 filbert shaped sable brushes: #2 and #4 (Rob likes both Silver “Renaissance”  Cat’s Tongue sable brushes 
Palette knife
Palette
Medium: stand or linseed oil (or medium of choice), solvent such as turpenoid or gamsol. Rob will be using Oleogel from Natural Pigments 
Rags (or good paper towels)
Canvas or Panels: You will need about three (about 16×20)  toned mid-gray with acrylic paint.  Centurian linen canvas or Ampersand gesso panels are recommended. Avoid cheap cotton unless you add several layers of extra gesso. They should be toned tone with white plus a little ivory black and a hint of burnt umber or use “Golden Heavy Bodied Neutral Gray N6” premixed acrylic. Canvas should look similar to this box:

MODEL IMAGES FIRST CLASS

The model images used for Friday’s demo drawings are from the set benp027 (02 and14) which can be found at www.posespace.com. Most model photo sets can be purchased for about $6

MODEL IMAGES SECOND CLASS

benp027 (04,19) elenas038 (03) from www.posespace.com

MODEL IMAGES THIRD CLASS

If you would like to use the same image or alternative images from our model Avid feel free to contact him directly. Here is information from Avid:

The requested fee is $7 for access to reference photo(s). Usual rate is $10 but I am discounting based on class size and the small image set. Here are 3 preferred options to pay securely/electronically:- Cash App ($AvidLight) – popular smartphone-oriented pay service- Venmo (Avid-Light) – also phone-oriented pay service- PayPal (use “send money” to avid@avidlightmodel.com) – more web-browser friendly pay service BE SURE to provide your email address in comments with your payment or in separate email so I will know where to send the link. I do not sell/share anyone’s contact info or use it for other purposes.

MODEL IMAGES FOURTH CLASS

Sheba set up a convenient checkout page if you would like to purchase a set of her photos. The cost is $10 https://www.blueriverdream.com/sessions/satin

If you would like a photo set (and short video) of Yos please let me know at liberacestudio@gmail.com and I will send you a Dropbox file. You can then send $10 to Yos via Venmo (rodri_yosvany) or Zelle using 305-562-3487.

ADAM LUBKIN’S MASTER ARTIST PHOTOS

If you would like a set of Adams’s professional quality Hi-Res master artist photos please contact him at adam@adamlubkin.com He has many image sets featuring closeups of all the drawings and paintings from the last two Sargent exhibits and the Michelangelo show at The Metropolitan Museum. Here is a dropbox link with a few examples

https://www.dropbox.com/sh/vmx7evjj2ya2y29/AADJOKlf7ZShZAGMxbt10Alfa?dl=0

ANATOMY APP

In this class, I will be using an anatomy app on my iPad called “Muscle Premium” to illustrate important muscle and bone structures. If you would like to purchase it for your mobile device (Android or iOS) or desktop computer you will find pricing and download instructions here

https://www.visiblebody.com/anatomy-and-physiology-apps/muscle-anatomy

DEMONSTRATION OCTOBER 30

DEMONSTRATION NOVEMBER 6-two versions

DEMONSTRATION NOVEMBER 13-limited palette

DEMONSTRATION NOVEMBER 20-full palette

CLASS RECORDING OCTOBER 30  Each of you will be emailed a personal password which will allow a single viewing of each class recording anytime you like until December 1st. This recording has some additional footage (without audio) at the end showing a bit of finishing work and skeletal rendering.

CLASS RECORDING NOVEMBER 6

CLASS RECORDING NOVEMBER 13

CLASS RECORDING NOVEMBER 20