Rite of Reflection: Drawing with Charcoal

Drawing with charcoal is both fun and messy as hell. Add the challenge of drawing metal objects with their curves and reflections, and you’ve got yourself an artistically curious person’s dream. Join for a few hours of creative play as artist and Church of Art founder Erika Halperin instructs the group on charcoal drawing techniques. First, look at a variety of other artists’ charcoal drawings to get a sense of what’s possible. Then Erika will guide the group through a series of hands-on mark-making techniques using different types of charcoal. Finally, the group will be unleashed on a mix of metallic, reflective still-life objects with Erika providing individualized guidance and feedback. No drawing skills are required to enjoy and learn from this workshop.

Using charcoal on a mix of drawing papers. All supplies and materials included.

Non-alcoholic beverages and snacks are also included.

Workshop includes:

• 3.5 hours of instruction and drawing in a supportive, friendly environment
• Doughnut holes and coffee/tea
• That wonderful feeling of joy and connectedness that comes from a few hours of creative, artistic play with other adults.