The program of the art school
The classes at the Freihand Atelier are designed to provide you with the best possible learning outcomes. From general drawing basics to fundamentals of portraits and figures, to fully developed drawings and oil paintings. The sequence of classes is only a recommendation, not a requirement. We will work together to create your actual curriculum, as everyone has different goals, strengths, and weaknesses.
However, we recommend everyone start with our Basics Drawing class, even if you already have some experience in drawing or your main goal is painting.
Level 1
Your introduction and the foundation for all subsequent classes.
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Drawing Basics
Learn essential principles for realistic drawing. Line work, shapes, edges, proportions, and basic shading.
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Portrait & Figure Basics
The absolute basics for portrait and figure drawing that you need to know.
Level 2
The essential fundamentals for portraits and figures.
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Portrait Fundamentals
Fundamentals training for believable and realistic portraits. Shading, likeness, and detailing.
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Figure Fundamentals
Like the portrait course, a solid foundational class for dynamics, structure, and shading.
Level 3
Applying the fundamentals and your introduction to painting.
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Painting Basics & Portriats
Step-by-step exercises to get started in oil painting. But also fundamentals of portrait painting!
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Figure Quicksketch
Capture the movement and gestures of the figure in life drawing sessions. Draw simplified but effectively.
Level 4
Deepening your skills and refining your drawings.
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Portraits - Advanced
Improve your skills from the foundational classes by drawing portraits from live models.
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Figures - Advanced
Similar to portraits, you will learn the refinement of details and shading of a figure drawing.
Level 5
Learn to paint portraits and figures with oil.
