Sketches of Life Drawing Workshop with Don Thomas

The Sketches of Life Workshop is an invitation to slow down, learn some unique observational skills and try out some easy drawing techniques. The goal of the workshop is to inspire you to go out in public and sketch people in our daily lives.

This is not a portrait class, so please relax. Portrait accuracy is not the goal. And it is not a lesson in ‘State Fair’ caricatures, (which can possibly offend). I hope to teach you the art of anonymous and respectful observation.

We will explore:

• Finding & Seeing: Where to look for people to sketch: best places to observe, what is most interesting, compelling and unique about people?
• Catch and Release: How to quickly create a gesture drawing and move onto the next page
• Visual Notetaking: How to give yourself enough information to finish a drawing later
• Faces/Heads: How to draw personality into your sketch
• The World in Motion: How to see and capture movement, balance and form in a moving world

This workshop will meet at Landmark Center in Courtroom 326 on the third floor.

All supplies are included, but please bring a chair or stool. The workshop will be heading outside to sketch, so dress accordingly. Please feel free to bring a water bottle and any additional supplies you would like to have! 

This workshop is free to attend, but registration is required as spots are limited. Secure your spot here, or call 651-292-3063 to register.