Life Drawing
In this fast-paced class, you will learn how to see and interpret the dynamic movement of the human body by working directly from a nude model. Working in graphite or charcoal, you will develop an understanding of gesture and rhythm with short poses, gradually making your way up to longer, more intensive studies focused on proportion and shading. Sketch directly from the figure to explore the human form and anatomy, proportion and scale, and variation and invention when interpreting a pose.
This class is especially useful for strengthening the portfolio of students 16 and older who need life drawing experience not provided in the high school art curriculum. Both new and experienced students are welcome.
Please note: This class uses both female and male nude models.
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Julian Tejera
Born and raised in NJ, Julian Tejera has seldom gone a day without pencil in hand. Receiving his BFA in illustration from the Art Institute of Boston at Lesley University in 2008, he worked as a freelance and portrait artist for a number of years. He later attended the Academy of Art University in San Francisco, graduating in 2015 with an MFA in painting.
While working at MAM, Julian discovered a passion for teaching, leading to the start of a career as a sought-after art instructor for teens and adults.
His artwork seeks to draw the viewer into the quiet moments of his figurative subject matter, using strong design and technique to lead the eye around the picture plane and weave a visual narrative.
