This intermediate/advanced level course in drawing is designed to hone and master one's visual awareness and perceptual acuity through the process of drawing from observation of rectilinear and organic forms. The course builds on drawing fundamentals with the fundamentals of Design, Composition, and balance. The goal is to hone one’s skills to work independently. Students learn how to apply the fundamentals of design, composition and balance to their work. In class students will be using still life and natural forms, working with pencil and charcoal. Supplies: 18” x 24” 80# Drawing Paper (cream/off-white) pad. 18” x 24” 30# Newsprint pad 6B, 5B, 4B, 3B, 2B, B, HB, F, H, 2H, 4H, and 6H Graphite pencils Compressed Charcoal Vine Charcoal Kneaded Eraser White plastic or pink pearl eraser Ruler (18”)