Drawing for Portfolio through Observation
What you’ll learn
Improve control and skill with diverse drawing materials; learn the essential vocabulary and grammar of the visual language (i.e., space, shape, form, composition, light & shadow, color, and chiaroscuro.); practice experimental and contemporary drawing techniques; develop ideas and works for your portfolio for submission to an art school or university.
Places you may explore
Jardin des Plantes, Musée Rodin, Grande Galerie de l’évolution and other city monuments.
Supplies
While PCA provides the essential tools for the class to run, students provide their own supplies. A list of required materials will be shared on the summer student portal before the start of the program. Expenses for supplies are estimated at between €30 to €150.
Course highlight
Writing and discussing over a coffee at a café that was home to some of the great writers of the 20th century.
Prerequisites
Students should be comfortable reading and discussing texts in English
When
Session 2 (June 29 – July 10), Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm
Tuition Cost
Early Bird Rate (before January 31): 3 Credit: €2,500 | Audit: €1,700
Standard Rate (after January 31): 3 Credit: €2,900 | Audit: €1,950
Bundles
2 classes = 5% off tuition fees
3 classes = 10% off tuition fees
