Ever wonder why some paintings look better than others or why some sculptures feel more alive? It's probably the design or composition underlying the final piece we see. For beginners this class will introduce the basics of focal point, movement, balance and proportion. Experienced artists will reinforce Gestalt concepts of structure and the layout of multiple objects. The class is open to creatives in all fields and we will use live models, photo reference, and still life to sketch out multiple possibilities and develop a final design. If that sounds imposing, it isn't. Making art is about discovery by playing with intention.
 
Location: Ocean City, Maryland
Instructor: David Hollander
Cost: $150 ($125 for members)
Sponsor: Art League of Ocean City
Website, email, (410) 524-9433

Drawing is the foundational skill for all other forms of visual art. Through the observation and interpretation of the natural world the artist gains understanding of form and discovers effective ways to express ideas. The class covers introduction of line, shape, value and the modeling of form. The course is based on the methods of instructors Kimon Nicolaides (The Natural Way to Draw) and Betty Edwards (Drawing From the Right Side of the Brain).
 
Location: Ocean City, Maryland
Instructor: David Hollander
Cost: $225 ($185 for members)
Sponsor: Art League of Ocean City
Website, email, (410) 524-9433