"Charcoal Still-Life Mastery" with Catherine Bobkoski: A Two-Part Live Demo Session

Join Catherine Bobkoski for an enriching two-part Live YouTube series on charcoal still-life drawing. Using the photo references from the New Master's Academy Library, Catherine will impart her charcoal drawing expertise to viewers. Part 1 (February 3rd, 1 pm PT): Catherine introduces the core principles of charcoal still-life. She focuses on composition, value, and the initial steps in blocking in a still-life drawing, laying the groundwork for complex works. Part 2 (February 17th, 1 pm PT): Advancing to more sophisticated techniques, Catherine will demonstrate how to elevate the initial block-in to a fully realized still-life drawing and offer tips for achieving depth and realism. LEARNING OUTCOMES Learning essential charcoal drawing techniques from basic to advanced levels. Deep understanding of realistic still-life composition. Access to professional guidance and an interactive Q&A with Catherine. DRAW ALONG WITH CATHERINE: Full-res reference is here: http://tinyurl.com/ynftwwzx. This is one of 1,000's references available in the New Masters Academy Reference Library! BE THE FIRST TO SIGN UP FOR CATHERINE'S NEW LIVE CLASS: Fundamental Focus: Drawing Essentials and Core Skills - This 8-week course is ideal for budding and intermediate artists who want to build or reinforce their foundational skills in drawing. Under Catherine's expert guidance, you'll delve into essential techniques key to mastering the art of drawing. The class unfolds fundamental aspects each week, from contour lines and measuring techniques to understanding light, shadow, and value. It's a comprehensive journey designed to enhance your technical skills and deepen your understanding of the artistic process. Whether establishing your foundational skills or strengthening existing ones, this class offers a rich learning experience, blending time-honored techniques with contemporary approaches. Sign up here: https://live.nma.art/ SUBSCRIBE FOR UPDATES: Ensure you're part of this educational journey. Subscribe to our YouTube channel and turn on notifications for the latest updates on this series and more. EXPLORE MORE AT NMA: Start your path to artistic mastery with New Masters Academy. Visit https://www.nma.art/v3 for extensive art resources, courses, workshops, and reference materials. Whether starting or advancing your art journey, NMA offers a wealth of knowledge and tools to support your artistic endeavors. ABOUT CATHERINE BOBKOSKI: Catherine, a Los Angeles-based artist, specializes in still life and figurative art. She studied at The Watts Atelier, Grand Central Academy, and New York University under artists Daniel Keys, Dustin Van Wechel, and Vadim Zang. She has over ten years of teaching experience, and her work has been exhibited nationally at the Oil Painters of America 2021 National Juried Exhibition. #ArtGoals2024 #NewMastersAcademy #CreativeNewYear