Paris Gibson Square Museum of Art

Figure Drawing Class w/ Live Model 

*Special Guest Exhibiting Artist Tawni Shuler will teach the first class session on October 9*

When: Fridays, October 9th - November 13th
Time: 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Cost: $190 (supplies included)
Size: Minimum 5, Maximum 10
Location: Room 35 (2nd floor)

Description:

This 6-week class will focus on identifying anatomical structures while mapping out a template for the human figure. The first class will have additional instruction by exhibiting artist Tawni Shuler! By the end of the course, you will be able to spot these features on the surface with knowledge of their relation to human anatomy. It is this thorough understanding of human anatomy that will help you when mapping out an accurate representation of the human figure. We will practice this template as you perfect your own method. Along with this Aaron will introduce you to the techniques that can be used with representation art in general.

Guest Exhibiting Artist Instructor for First Class Session: Tawni Shuler

Tawni Shuler is a Wyoming-born artist whose work is influenced by her early appreciation for Western painters Frederick Remington and Charlie Russell. She earned her BFA from the University of Montana and MFA in Painting and Drawing from Arizona State University. Her work has been exhibited nationally and featured in Southwest Art’s Emerging Artist issue. Shuler has also participated in several artist residencies, including Jentel, Brush Creek Ranch, and Ucross. She currently serves as Program Director for the Ucross Foundation in Wyoming. Shuler's exhibition "In Mythos & Fairy Tales" is on view at The Square through October 24. Learn more about her exhibition here: https://www.the-square.org/mythos .

Main Instructor: Aaron Hexom

Growing up in rural North Dakota, Aaron spent a majority of his time creating art. It remained an informal pastime until he moved to Seattle, where he took a more academic approach to his work. Through studying at Gage Academy of Fine Art, Aaron familiarized himself with more traditional methods of drawing and painting. To further his education, he moved to New York City to earn an MFA at the New York Academy of Art while taking courses at Grand Central Academy. Since graduating, he has produced and sold work through solo and group shows. He continues to create work while living in Great Falls, Montana.