Light on the Figure: Online

Rami Baglio | Fall 2026 | Oct 24 - Dec 12

Class Description:

Learn the fundamentals of classical figure drawing as a means of building a solid foundation in observational drawing.

This observational drawing class introduces beginner and intermediate artists to ways of understanding the fall of light on the human form that develops perception towards seeing naturalistically. It emphasizes fundamentals of classical figure drawing by teaching concepts that develop perceptive capacities through careful observation and an understanding of the nature of light and shadow as they interact with the physicality and movement of the human body. This is a long-pose figure class.

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Fall II Dates:

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

Day	Date	Time
Week 1:	10/24/2026	2 pm - 5 pm ET
Week 2:	10/31/2026	2 pm - 5 pm ET
Week 3:	11/14/2026	2 pm - 5 pm ET
Week 4:	11/21/2026	2 pm - 5 pm ET
Week 5:	12/05/2026	2 pm - 5 pm
Week 6:	12/12/2026	2 pm - 5 pm

*Skips November 28th due to Thanksgiving and skips November 7th

Before Class - Welcome & How to Prepare for Class
Week 1 - Value Studies
Week 2 - Contour Drawing and Movable Masses
Week 3 - Light Direction and Global Form
Week 4 - Types of Shadows and the Shadow's Edge
Week 5 - Dark Light
Week 6 - Light Lights
After Class - Wrap Up

$320.00
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.