Drawing Is a Feeling, Part 1: Introduction to Line, Space and Shape

GENINT 731.271

Osher (50+). In this course, students learn elemental drawing techniques such as contour and gesture drawing.

What you can learn.

Learn how to use line, space, and shape in drawing
Improve drawing skills
Improve understanding of art techniques
Understand basic drawing history

About this course:

In this course, we present line, space, and shape through elemental drawing techniques such as contour and gesture drawing. Exercises introduce the relationships between mark making and seeing. Each meeting is interactive, students draw together, discuss their individual processes, and share their drawings. Additionally, a guest artist, when available, discusses and shares their drawing practices in a virtual studio visit. Drawing materials are minimal and include: 9 in. x 12 in. drawing pad, 18 in. x 24 in. newsprint pad; a set of drawing pencils, HB to 6B, a micron 01 black pen, and micron 01 red pen.

Summer 2025 Schedule

June 24 - July 29

Tuesday 1:00PM - 3:00PM PT

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Instructor: Deborah Cohen

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Fee:

$80.00

In Person

Location: UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood

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Notes

Plus members pay only $40 for this course. nrollment limited. Visitors not permitted.

You must be at least 50 years old and a current member of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at UCLA to enroll in this course. If your membership has expired or if you wish to become a new member, please proceed with enrolling in courses and you will be automatically prompted to add a membership during checkout.

Refund Deadline

Refunds only available from April 28, 2025 to July 06, 2025

Schedule

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Discussion

Tue Jun 24, 2025

1:00PM PT - 3:00PM PT

UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 119B

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