The Human Form C: Figure in Space with Samantha Stover
Class | Registration opens 3/2/2026 12:00 AM EST
This course concentrates on the compositional structure of an artwork as it relates to and includes the human figure. In class we will analyze how artists have visualized different spaces (and places) with a variety of techniques from representation through abstraction. Students will gain an understanding of the importance of the placement of the human subject relative to the broader layout of colors, shapes, textures, perspective and, perhaps most importantly, the meaning or message of the entire image.
We will realize our artistic visions with the help and creativity of life models, props and backgrounds. A combination of short gestural poses and longer studies (draped and undraped) will be included.
Who is this class for? While students new to drawing the human figure are welcome, this class is for students with some prior drawing experience and does not serve as an introduction to drawing.
Your instructor has provided a list of materials required to participate fully in this class.
If you have any questions about specifics or what is needed week-to-week, please reach out to your instructor via the email in your confirmation letter.
Required Materials:
- Sketchbook and a Notebook (or tablet for taking notes)
- Sketching materials of choice: graphite pencils, pens, markers, or ink (for your sketchbook)
- Full color palette of your favorite drawing or water-based painting materials of choice: charcoal, nu-pastels, watercolors, gouache or other water-based media.
- Surfaces and other supplies appropriate to your drawing or painting materials (such as good quality (watercolor) paper, brushes, etc. as needed) – to be discussed further on day 1.
- Paper towels
- Gloves, if needed
- For Class 1: please bring Sketchbook, notebook, and drawing supplies + paper max 18x24”
Samantha Stover
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