Painting and Drawing Classes at Farmstead Arts Center, Basking Ridge

By Doug Schiller

Registration is now open for fall painting and drawing classes at Farmstead Arts Center in Basking Ridge, NJ, taught by Doug Schiller. Please see below for class descriptions and prices. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at dschiller@gmail.com.

Intro to Drawing with Doug Schiller, $150 for 6 week class, all supplies included; Weds, 10AM – noon, Sept. 30 – Nov.4
This class will introduce students to the fundamental principles of drawing as they gain confidence in their drawing skills and have fun in doing so. Work with a variety of drawing materials and learn to create convincing 2D imagery of the 3D world. No previous experience required.

Outdoor Studio Landscapes,with Doug Schiller, $150 for 6 week class, all supplies included; Weds, 1 PM – 3 PM, Sept. 30 – Nov.4
Students will create outdoor landscapes indoors as they translate their 3D world onto a 2D picture plane. An understanding of compositional elements, shading, color and perspective will help develop spatial appearances working with a variety of dry 2D drawing materials that will amaze both artist and viewer. Photographic references and imagination will supplement direct observation. All levels welcome.

Advanced Drawing, with Doug Schiller, $150 for 6 week class, all supplies included; Weds, 7 – 9 PM, Sept. 30 – Nov. 4
This class will help students gain a greater understanding and command of drawing materials and techniques. Light and shadow, line, value distinctions, composition and perspective will be explored. Individual instructor guidance on still lives, landscapes and personal imagery.

Intro to Watercolors, with Doug Schiller, $150 for 6 week class, all supplies included; Thurs, 10 AM – noon, Sept. 17 – Oct. 22
Experiment with color, value, composition and a variety of techniques to make bold, interesting watercolors. Emphasizing personal creativity, students will be encouraged to express their individuality. Demonstration of techniques will be given. Student will work from still life and photographs. All levels.

To sign up for classes/for more information, please visit farmsteadartscenter.org.