An inspiring must-do workshop if you are seeking to add some ‘wow factor‘ into your art creations. Knowing the secrets of incorporating key elements of perspective and dimension will enable you to bring your artwork to life, like never before. Perspective relates to the way we see angles - think about the receding lines of a train track for example, and the visual distance this creates. Dimension relates to objects having depth - think about the solid shape of a ball compared to a simple flat circle. This workshop‘s focus is to give you a thorough understanding of how perspective and dimension play a truly vital role in dynamic and striking artworks of many kinds and how to master these effects yourself. Jo will guide you through, giving you a clear vision of the workings of perspective and dimensional components. And believe it or not, there is no tricky measuring or maths wizardry required! Everyday objects will be explored and drawn with believable, realistic dimension, scenes created with enhanced foreground and distance, and buildings executed with accurate angles and structure. Come along to this wow factor workshop and pick up lots of all-important perspective and dimensional artistic techniques.
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Classes are organised into 4 terms each year, with speciality workshops running throughout the year.

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Agenda

* Perspective Definition
* Observing Perspective in our Surroundings
* 1 Point Perspective
* 2 Point Perspective
* 3 Point Perspective
* Understanding Drawing Dimensions (1D, 2D and 3D)
* Dimensional Shading
* Optical Illusions
* Proportion and Foreshortening
* Using Perspective with Effect and Respect
* Rendering Techniques and Expression in Creative Artwork

Tutor Profile/Personal Introduction:
I‘m sure I must have been born with a pencil in my hand. I was told I could draw before I could walk or talk! My desire to draw, paint and design instinctively grew as I did. I followed my passion and formally studied Fine Arts, Commercial Art, Illustration, and Graphic Design. Happy days being a free spirited, quaintly eccentric art student! My progression into creative make-up came about with a love for make-up itself, my freaky fascination for Horror/Sci-Fi movies and admiration for the Theatre. My artistic learning continued, I studied Professional Make-up. With art tools in one hand and make-up tools in the other, I focused on freelance Illustration and Design, and Creative Make-up for Weddings, Fashion Shows, and Theatre Productions. Communication, mind and behaviour always had me captivated, and becoming a proud mum inspired me to hit the books again. I went on to study Psychology.

Teaching entered my world initially designing and conducting psych-infused art programs. Teaching took hold of my heart and I was pleasantly steered into tutoring college classes to share my knowledge and much loved skills. My studio structured classes are all about learning new skills and techniques, and also about the important process of discovering and developing individual abilities with freedom and guidance. I value and place emphasis on my class environment being relaxed and comfortable to make learning thoroughly enjoyable. All classes are composed to be super easy to follow and understand. Participants of all ages present their creative and expressive uniqueness, and are always friendly and enthusiastic. They even (kindly) laugh at my bad jokes! For me, teaching is a true pleasure. Jo.

Course/Workshop Enquiries: Reach Jo via MCC or by email at: retroraspberrystudios@hotmail.com (emails answered promptly)

Materials

Do not purchase equipment until you confirm that the course is running.

Please bring:
* Paper - A3 size Drawing Pad.
* Photocopy Paper - A4 size. Approx. 15 - 20 sheets.
* Lead Pencils - A good variety (2B, 4B, 6B etc.).
* A Pacer / Mechanical Pencil.
* Erasers: 1) A regular eraser. 2) A Kneadable / Putty Eraser (soft like chewing gum).
* Some Paper Stumps / Blending Sticks (available from art and craft stores, office works etc.).
* A Sharpener.
* A Ruler (30cm or more).
* A Fine Tip Black Marker (any type).
* Coloured Pencils (any type).
* Coloured Markers / Textas (any type).

Please bring lunch (tea and coffee available).

Included as part of Jo‘s Courses/Workshops, participants will receive:

* Essential notes and information/picture sheets to keep for future use.
* Issued with photo references and creative items used for in-class activities (where needed).
* Provided with a drawing/painting easel used during class (where needed).
* Be given individual one-on-one guidance and constructive feedback throughout class.
* Help is not over when class is over! Jo will be available for further help or assistance at any time after course/workshop is completed. Contact details will be available to participants at their discretion.

Comments from previous students of this class

Very enjoyable and inspiring - SJ