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In this 5-day intensive workshop, artists will learn fundamental techniques to capturing a likeness while drawing from a live model. Days 1 & 2 artists will emphasize a linear block-in that focuses on both the visual impression as well as the underlying structure of the skull. Day 3 through 5 artists will take their drawing to a finish with three-dimensional modeling of form, analysis of light direction, and building up the lights with gouache and white chalk. With the aid of one-on-one critiques and instructor demonstrations, participants will learn how to create a naturalistic, painterly, and volumetric portrait in 5 sessions.
About Scott Garder
Scott Garder (b. 1986) received a B.S. in graphic design and worked as a professional designer for over 10 years before studying at Grand Central Atelier. Draftsmanship and craft are central to his approach to art making, and his work conveys both conceptual truth and the beauty of the visual experience. Scott’s work hangs in collections ranging from North America, South America, Europe & Australia. Scott is now a faculty member and figure drawing instructor at the Grand Central Atelier in New York City.
Workshops take place in the GACA’s studio, located in the Pierce Arrow Building,
4814 Washington Blvd, Suite 230, St. Louis, MO. 63108
MATERIALS LIST:
- Graphite pencils (2H, H, HB, B, 2B)
- White gouache
- size 1 or 0 round synthetic brush
- White chalk pencil
- Kneaded eraser
- Hand mirror (phone screen is fine)
- Artist tape
- Sharpening block and blade
- Toned paper size 9x12, 11,14, no larger than 18x24
Recommended paper but feel free to use what you find comfortable
- Fabriano:
https://www.dickblick.com/products/fabriano-toned-paper-pad
- Strathmore:
https://www.dickblick.com/products/strathmore-400-series-recycled-toned-sketch-wirebound-pads
Recommended but optional
-Plumb line
- Metal skewer
In this 5-day intensive workshop, artists will learn fundamental techniques to capturing a likeness while drawing from a live model. Days 1 & 2 artists will emphasize a linear block-in that focuses on both the visual impression as well as the underlying structure of the skull. Day 3 through 5 artists will take their drawing to a finish with three-dimensional modeling of form, analysis of light direction, and building up the lights with gouache and white chalk. With the aid of one-on-one critiques and instructor demonstrations, participants will learn how to create a naturalistic, painterly, and volumetric portrait in 5 sessions.
About Scott Garder
Scott Garder (b. 1986) received a B.S. in graphic design and worked as a professional designer for over 10 years before studying at Grand Central Atelier. Draftsmanship and craft are central to his approach to art making, and his work conveys both conceptual truth and the beauty of the visual experience. Scott’s work hangs in collections ranging from North America, South America, Europe & Australia. Scott is now a faculty member and figure drawing instructor at the Grand Central Atelier in New York City.
Workshops take place in the GACA’s studio, located in the Pierce Arrow Building,
4814 Washington Blvd, Suite 230, St. Louis, MO. 63108
MATERIALS LIST:
- Graphite pencils (2H, H, HB, B, 2B)
- White gouache
- size 1 or 0 round synthetic brush
- White chalk pencil
- Kneaded eraser
- Hand mirror (phone screen is fine)
- Artist tape
- Sharpening block and blade
- Toned paper size 9x12, 11,14, no larger than 18x24
Recommended paper but feel free to use what you find comfortable
- Fabriano:
https://www.dickblick.com/products/fabriano-toned-paper-pad
- Strathmore:
https://www.dickblick.com/products/strathmore-400-series-recycled-toned-sketch-wirebound-pads
Recommended but optional
-Plumb line
- Metal skewer