A Self Portrait Study In Light
When:
Sunday, Feb 05, 2023 10:00a -
11:30a
Sunday, Feb 05, 2023 10:00a -
11:30a
Where:
honeyjones gallery
270A Concord Ave.
Cambridge, MA 02138
Admission:
$35.00
Hosted by:
Categories:
Art, Classes, Social Good
Event website:
https://www.honeyjonesstudio.com/
The second in a new series of art and drama workshops at the gallery, A Self-Portrait Study In Light is open to teens ages 14 -16.
A self portrait can be considered a milestone in an artist's journey to mastering their craft. It is both technically and emotionally challenging. It requires the artist to break down something so familiar and intimate into its most basic parts (eyes, nose, mouth, ears), and then put it all together to render one's whole face with all its complexity and dimensionality. In this workshop you'll see examples of a wide-range of compelling and expressive self-portraits drawn and painted by Rembrandt, Durer, Frida Kahlo, and Picasso (Rembrandt painted over a hundred self portraits!). Inspired by these prominent artists, using soft chalks and pastels, we will use a mirror to observe the lines and shapes of our own unique features to create a proportionately accurate portrait. We will also explore the dramatic visual effect of an overhead light compared to natural light when drawing our portraits.
This workshop is designed for older students interested in learning a more traditional approach to self-portraiture.
Charcoal sticks, graphite pencils, and pastels will be provided.
Drop-ins are welcome as space permits. Class is limited to five students.
Reservations are appreciated. Please email [email protected]
Cost of the workshop: $35.00
Art workshops are led by local artist and licensed educator Jenka Foreman.
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