9529 - Observing Nature: Drawing, Composition, and Color

Course Description

Delve into the fundamentals of observational drawing, mastering contour, proportion, shading, and other essential techniques to sharpen your perception and elevate your representational skills. Subjects feature a rich variety of natural specimens—plants, bones, and shells—each offering unique structures, textures, patterns, and colors. You’ll work with graphite, colored pencils, and watercolor to bring these organic forms to life. Through close study, you’ll develop a discerning eye and a deeper appreciation for the intricate beauty and complexity of the natural world.

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

• Animation Certificate : Electives
• Graphic Design Certificate : Electives
• Interactive Design Certificate : Electives
• Natural Science Illustration Certificate : Electives
• Painting Studies Certificate : Electives
• Photography Certificate : Electives