Drawing for All

Hiking Shoes, Penny Carrier, student

Do you want to learn how to draw anything and everything in your environment? Basic approaches include creating silhouetted outlines, contour drawings, describing forms using shading and or cross hatching, and implementing the use of shadows. You will build on your skills of describing real objects on paper using simple shapes to convey three dimensional forms. Be prepared to draw with your non dominant hand, in one continuous line, or without glancing at your page at all. All of these and other simple exercises will help you stop overthinking and start illustrating the world you see before you. Drawing utensils include graphite, soft and hard charcoal, and ink. We will touch on concepts of simple perspective, proportion, and various compositional elements to create drawings that are truer to life from interesting vantage points. The goal is to try as many ways as possible to free your hand while learning to draw what you see. 

Anne embodies the true spirit of being a Rhode Islander, with a deep-rooted connection to her home state. Her adventurous nature has taken her to vibrant cities like New York City, the artistic haven of Florence, Italy, and the enchanting capital of Paris, France. These incredible places, with their diverse landscapes, captivating art scenes, vibrant communities, and rich cultures, have played a significant role in shaping Anne’s unique artistic vision.

With a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from RISD, Anne’s passion for her art goes beyond her formal education. She has refined her skills at prestigious institutions such as The Art Student’s League, The School of Visual Arts, The National Academy, and The Providence Art Club. Through frequent exhibitions, Anne’s creative brilliance shines through in every piece she presents.

Anne is not only a talented artist but also a gifted instructor. Her students will be immersed in a world of endless drawing possibilities, discovering their own artistic talents along the way.