class 4: Artist Dissection

Prior to this class, each Sketchbook Challenger will have done some preliminary searching for ~5 ‘inspirational’ artists. During class, you will choose one artist and dissect your favorite work by them. Amanda will work alongside you and show you different ways of dissecting  based on your own personal goals for your creative practice. This exercise is incredibly beneficial for those wanting to learn more about composing, value structure and color mixing. 

Materials required: Sketchbook, 2b pencil, value chart, dry media OR wet media.

References: Artist Inventory, High Resolution Photo of Raimonds Staprans’ Corvallis No. 6

Time Required: 90 minutes

Introduction

Part I

Part II

I hope you enjoyed today’s exercise, it’s one of my favorite sketchbook exercises!