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ArtSpace Workshop: Portrait Drawing
2 Tuesdays, September 17 & 24, 9:30-11:20AM
Learn about the timeless art of portrait drawing in this workshop, led by a working professional portrait artist. Portraiture has experienced a renaissance in recent years, capturing the interest of both art enthusiasts and critics alike. In addition to fulfilling commissions, some modern portrait artists are using their work to explore and address today’s social, political, and cultural landscapes, making portraiture more compelling and significant than ever.
In Portrait Drawing, designed for students who already have some basic drawing skills, we will explore relevant historic and contemporary portraits. Through hands-on practice with guided instruction, participants will learn about essential techniques for capturing likeness, expression, and personality. By the end of the workshop, students will be working toward confidently creating their own portraits.
About the Instructor:
Mara Levin, BFA (Painting) is a current member of Oil Painters of America. She has been a skilled professional fine artist, commercial artist, and illustrator (hand and digital) since 1979. Her recent art exhibits include the 57th Annual Members' Spring Art Exhibit, Leominster, MA where her paintings won the President’s Award for “The Potato Chip Wars: Skirmish” and three other prizes.
Mara has been inspiring students through art education since the 1975 - 1976 school year at Boston Technical High School, where she taught a range of art subjects, including Art I, Art II, Commercial Art, and Mechanical Drafting. Her high school students achieved notable awards, such as the Gold Key Award, Boston Globe Scholastic Art Awards, and prizes in the New York Stock Exchange Poster Competition.
Over the years, Mara has taught high school art, private lessons, adult education, after-school classes, and workshops in various locations including Boston, Framingham, Holliston, Ashland, Natick, Sherborn, Bolton, Marlborough, Bellingham, and Harvard. She has covered a diverse range of subjects, including Drawing, Painting, Silkscreen Printing, and Calligraphy.
Mara's approach to teaching emphasizes creativity, technical skills, and a deep appreciation for art's role in expressing personal and societal issues. She brings decades of experience and a passion for art to each of her classes, fostering an environment where students can develop their skills and explore their artistic potential.
Materials and Supplies to Bring to the First Session
• References: photograph(s) of the subject(s) you want to draw
• Drawing pad or loose sheets of acid free paper, such as Strathmore 400
• A few pencils or leads and holders, HB – 6B
• Knife or sharpener for pencils
• Kneaded eraser
• A portable drawing board with clip, sized for your paper, is very handy, but not required.
• Workable fixative
• Write to Mara with questions about supplies: [email protected]
Event Links
Tickets: https://go.evvnt.com/2558909-0
Website: https://go.evvnt.com/2558909-2
