Courses
Advanced Architectural Proportion: Geometrical Proportioning in Practice and ApplicationRegister Now!
One All-Day Session: Saturday, March 13; 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
This course will build on the fundamentals of Proportion I, focusing on the traditional geometric methodology of applying number in architectural design. Analysis of historical archetypes such as ancient Greek and Roman, Gothic, and Romanesque will be illustrated through demonstrations. Students will also complete a drawing exercise to review with the instructor.
Introduction To The OrdersRegister Now!
Weekend Workshop: Friday, March 26; 6:00 – 9:00 pm; Saturday, March 27; 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
The course offers students greater understanding and appreciation of classical architecture, as well as a foundation to maximize learning potential in other classes.
Watercolor Sketching In New York CityRegister Now!
Weekend Intensive: Friday, April 23; 5:30 – 8:30 pm; Saturday, April 24; 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
In this weekend session participants review the basic process of developing a watercolor sketch.
Atelier In Traditional Architectural Wash RenderingRegister Now!
Four Day Intensive: Thursday, May 13 & Friday, May 14; 5:00 – 9:00 pm; Saturday, May 15; 10:00 am – 6:00 pm; Sunday, May 16; 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
This course will introduce the student to the traditional architectural rendering media of India ink and the various ways in which it can be used to create non-perspectival wash renderings of architectural subjects.
Sketching the Woodlawn CemetaryRegister Now!
Saturday, May 22; 10:00 am – 5:00 pm; Sunday, May 23; 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Highly landscaped and filled with ornate statuary, The Woodlawn Cemetery is ideally suited for the integrated study of classical design, field sketching and plein air painting. Students are encouraged to work in the medium of their choice, although instruction will emphasize pencil drawings and watercolor sketches.