Charcoal on Gesso<br/>(Jan. 2027)

Jan. 14, 21 & 28. Thursday Mornings with Lisa Larrabee.

Charcoal is such a versatile medium. You can use charcoal to draw tightly rendered details or bold, expressive marks. Drawing over gesso can allow an interesting textured surface to show through.  The gesso also creates a durable surface that holds up well both wet and dry.

Did you know that you can paint with charcoal? Charcoal can create beautiful washes, drips and splatters, and you can build multiple layers. Once dry, you can draw, smudge, erase and refine using traditional methods. It is a fun way to combine expressive painting techniques with familiar drawing techniques.

Meets: Thursday Mornings, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Dates: Jan. 14, 21 & 28
Location: Art Verve Studio at 2700 N. Campbell Ave. Suite 300, Tucson, Arizona 85719

Instructor: Lisa Larrabee
Format: Lecture & demonstration, studio practice with individual feedback, and one-on-one instruction.
Level: All levels are welcome! No prior experience necessary.

Medium: Charcoal on gesso (Graphite optional) 
Technique: Drawing on a textured gesso surface
Materials: The instructor will email the materials list before the first day of class. 

Tuition: $120
Status: Enroll now to reserve your seat!
Capacity: min. 3 seats, max. 10 seats
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