Beginner Drawing: Capturing the Light

You want dappled sunlight in your drawings, but things are falling flat? If you’re struggling to accurately convey bright light in your drawings, this is the workshop for you.

Artist and Church of Art founder, Erika Halperin, will start the workshop by leading the group through a discussion of selected artworks with a particular focus on capturing bright light (both natural and electric). She will then guide the group through a series of hands-on drawing exercises, working with each student individually to answer questions and provide feedback.

This workshop is for anyone new to drawing or looking to strengthen their drawing skills.

All supplies and materials are included. Using graphite and charcoal primarily on a variety of drawing papers.

Includes:

• 3.5 hours of instruction and drawing in a supportive, friendly environment
• Light snacks and non-alcoholic beverages
• That wonderful feeling of joy and connectedness that comes from a few hours of creative, artistic play with other adults.

Located in NW Portland, Church of Art is an art-centered community space offering approachable, low-pressure workshops for adults. Come as you are, spend a few hours making art, meet some new people, and enjoy a creative Portland experience—no need to “be an artist.”