Class Description:

An in-depth study of drawing from the Old Masters.

This observational drawing course teaches perception and technique by examining the insights of historical master artists through their mark-making. All six weeks focus on classical long-pose figure drawing concepts and will range in focus from the full figure to torso, portrait, hands, and feet. Course content is directly applicable to drawing from a live model and includes lectures, demonstrations, drawing time for students and one-on-one feedback.

Summer I Session Dates:

Scheduled occurrences for the next session of this class are as follows:

Week
Date
Time
Week 1:
5/11/2025
10 am - 1 pm ET
Week 2:
5/18/2025
10 am - 1 pm ET
Week 3:
5/25/2025
10 am - 1 pm ET
Week 4:
6/01/2025
10 am - 1 pm ET
Week 5:
6/08/2025
10 am - 1 pm ET
Week 6:
6/15/2025
10 am - 1 pm ET


  1. Before Class - Welcome & How to Prepare for Class

  2. Week 1: Intro to the Online Classroom, Movement, Rhythm and Structure

  3. Week 2 : The Power of Two-Dimensional Abstraction

  4. Week 3: The Illusion of the Third Dimension

  5. Week 4: The Nature of Light and Shadow

  6. Week 5: The Global Light Effect

  • $290.00
  • Online
  • 6 Weeks
  • Beginner to Intermediate

Meet Your Instructor

Rami Baglio

Instructor

Rami Baglio is an American artist based in Northampton, Massachusetts. She works in oil paint and assorted drawing media, exploring various forms of portraiture and perceptual drawing and painting. Observing from life as a means of understanding light, form, and movement, is integral to her work. This process serves as an access point for investigating the psychology and underlying emotional states of her subjects. The observational nature of her work aligns with mental health awareness, seeking to exemplify mindful interaction with the world. She is the recipient of numerous awards in the arts and exhibits work internationally. Rami has a comprehensive background in figure drawing and painting. She spent years studying classical drawing and painting with Studio Escalier, The New York Academy of Art, Florence Academy, The Ryder Studio, and the Art Students League of New York. She holds an MFA from The New York Academy of Art and a BA in studio art from Hampshire College.

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