Instructed Life Drawing: Gestural & Structural Approach to the Figure

“Students both beginning, intermediate and advanced can learn from Francesco’s excellent teaching methods, knowledge, humor, passion for the human form and all aspects of fine art. Students are fortunate to have an artist of his level as instructor.”
This class is ideal for students of all levels (ages 18 and up), from beginners to advanced. Rather than simply copying, you will learn to see and draw by interpreting the figure through gesture, form, and structure. Each session begins with a 30-minute demonstration by Francesco, followed by 2.5 hours of drawing from a live model with personalized guidance throughout.
🖌️Topics Covered:
-Gesture drawing fundamentals
-Building the figure with essential forms
-Using contour lines and landmarks for volume and perspective
-Understanding overlaps, foreshortening, and weight distribution
-Differentiating core and cast shadows
-Sighting techniques and simplified anatomy
Whether you are just starting out or refining your figure drawing skills, Francesco’s instruction will help you grow with clarity and confidence.
Event Dates & Time:
📅 4-Week Series: Wednesdays, September 9, 16, 23, and 30
⏰ 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Please visit our website to register online & for more information on this series' pricing for members and non-members: https://www.artinlee.org/event/instructed-life-drawing-gestural-structural-approach-to-the-figure-18-beginner-to-advanced-level-16/2026-09-09/