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Course Description

Artwork by Michelle B.

The human figure is the proverbial backbone of many visual art practices. This course will provide you with the essential knowledge needed to draw the human figure, from the bones out. Study the underlying structure of the skeleton, muscles and anatomical landmarks. Analyze how weight, volume and perspective shift in different positions. Combine anatomy and different stylistic approaches to bring expression into your figure drawings. Each exercise will demystify the human form and give you the freedom to depict it in any position.

This course may use anatomical images of the human figure. These images portray nude bodies to build understanding of kinesthetics and anatomy of the human form. In-person courses may also involve figure drawing sessions that feature a nude or lightly clothed model.

Learner Outcomes

  • Identify key anatomical features and their positions on the form.
  • Describe volume and form using lines and value.
  • Produce accurate and expressive figure drawings.

Prerequisites

Students must be age 13–17 to participate.

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Type
Studio
Days
Sa
Time
9:00AM to 12:00PM
Dates
Apr 18, 2026 to May 16, 2026
Schedule and Location
View Details
Contact Hours
15.0
Location
Delivery Options
Classroom  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition non-credit $365.00 Click here to get more information
Additional Fee(s)
Material/Lab Fee $15.00 Mandatory
Model Fee $35.00 Mandatory
Service charge(s)
  • 3% Service Fee  
Drop Request Deadline
May 09, 2026
Transfer Request Deadline
Nov 18, 2025 to Apr 16, 2026
Withdrawal Request Deadline
Apr 18, 2026 to May 23, 2026
Instructors
Necessary Supplies
All necessary materials and supplies will be provided for this course.

Section Notes

If your student requires an Accessibility Accommodation, please contact our Office of Disability Support Services.

Type
Studio
Days
W
Time
6:00PM to 9:00PM
Dates
Apr 22, 2026 to May 20, 2026
Schedule and Location
View Details
Contact Hours
15.0
Location
Delivery Options
Classroom  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition non-credit $365.00
Additional Fee(s)
Material/Lab Fee $15.00 Mandatory
Model Fee $35.00 Mandatory
Service charge(s)
  • 3% Service Fee  
Drop Request Deadline
May 13, 2026
Transfer Request Deadline
Nov 18, 2025 to Apr 16, 2026
Withdrawal Request Deadline
Apr 18, 2026 to May 23, 2026
Necessary Supplies
All necessary materials and supplies will be provided for this course.

Section Notes

If your student requires an Accessibility Accommodation, please contact our Office of Disability Support Services.

Section Schedule
Jul 06, 2026 to Aug 09, 2026
Type
Online, Asynchronous
Dates
Jul 06, 2026 to Aug 09, 2026
Type
Online, Live Sessions
Days
Th
Time
7:00PM to 8:00PM
Dates
Jul 09, 2026 to Aug 06, 2026
Schedule and Location
View Details
Contact Hours
18.0
Delivery Options
Online  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition non-credit $380.00
Service charge(s)
  • 3% Service Fee  
Drop Request Deadline
Jul 27, 2026
Transfer Request Deadline
Mar 03, 2026 to Jul 02, 2026
Withdrawal Request Deadline
Jul 06, 2026 to Aug 09, 2026
Instructors
Necessary Supplies

Students are responsible for purchasing their own art supplies, equipment, software subscriptions, and/or books. For most classes, the cost is under $75 (estimate). A supply list will be available on the course site in Canvas at least 30 days prior to the first day of class.

Once you have received your enrollment confirmation and logged in to Canvas, navigate to Upcoming Courses on the left-hand side of your dashboard. Supplies will be listed on your course homepage under the supplies heading. Some or all of your course supplies are available at the RISD Store.

Type
Studio
Days
M, T, W, Th, F
Time
9:00AM to 12:00PM
Dates
Jul 06, 2026 to Jul 10, 2026
Schedule and Location
View Details
Contact Hours
15.0
Location
Delivery Options
Classroom  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition non-credit $365.00
Additional Fee(s)
Material/Lab Fee $15.00 Mandatory
Model Fee $35.00 Mandatory
Service charge(s)
  • 3% Service Fee  
Drop Request Deadline
Jul 09, 2026
Transfer Request Deadline
Mar 03, 2026 to Jul 02, 2026
Withdrawal Request Deadline
Jul 06, 2026 to Jul 10, 2026
Instructors
Necessary Supplies
All necessary materials and supplies will be provided for this course.

Section Notes

If your student requires an Accessibility Accommodation, please contact our Office of Disability Support Services.

Type
Studio
Days
M, T, W, Th, F
Time
9:00AM to 12:00PM
Dates
Jul 20, 2026 to Jul 24, 2026
Schedule and Location
View Details
Contact Hours
15.0
Location
Delivery Options
Classroom  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition non-credit $365.00
Additional Fee(s)
Material/Lab Fee $15.00 Mandatory
Model Fee $35.00 Mandatory
Service charge(s)
  • 3% Service Fee  
Drop Request Deadline
Jul 23, 2026
Transfer Request Deadline
Mar 03, 2026 to Jul 16, 2026
Withdrawal Request Deadline
Jul 20, 2026 to Jul 24, 2026
Instructors
Necessary Supplies
All necessary materials and supplies will be provided for this course.

Section Notes

If your student requires an Accessibility Accommodation, please contact our Office of Disability Support Services.

Type
Studio
Days
M, T, W, Th, F
Time
9:00AM to 12:00PM
Dates
Aug 03, 2026 to Aug 07, 2026
Schedule and Location
View Details
Contact Hours
15.0
Location
Delivery Options
Classroom  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition non-credit $365.00
Additional Fee(s)
Material/Lab Fee $15.00 Mandatory
Model Fee $35.00 Mandatory
Service charge(s)
  • 3% Service Fee  
Drop Request Deadline
Aug 06, 2026
Transfer Request Deadline
Mar 03, 2026 to Jul 30, 2026
Withdrawal Request Deadline
Aug 03, 2026 to Aug 07, 2026
Instructors
Necessary Supplies
All necessary materials and supplies will be provided for this course.

Section Notes

If your student requires an Accessibility Accommodation, please contact our Office of Disability Support Services.

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