Date: Monday, March 21st, 2022
Times: 10:00 am - 12:30 pm
Cost: $50
Class Description
In this 2 part lesson, students will delve into the art of portrait drawing. Part 1 will cover basic anatomy of the head as a framework to understand structure and proportion. Students will then choose a photo reference to recreate using the grid method. Part 2 of the class will focus mainly on adding values and details to complete the portrait drawing. You may draw yourself or another portrait of your choice.
Supply List
Drawing paper
Graphite Pencil
Charcoal
Eraser
Ruler
Reference pic (make sure your reference is of good quality with a strong light source)
The Instructor
Jim McGee was born in Philadelphia where his interest in art started at an early age. He received a BFA in Illustration from the University of the Arts in 2001 before moving to Salt Lake City to pursue an MFA in painting from the University of Utah. Jim has been a professional artist for 20 years, exhibiting his work in galleries and museums, as well as receiving numerous commissions, grants, and awards.
In addition to making art, McGee has been teaching art for over 15 years. He has taught drawing and painting at the University of Utah as well as visual arts at Juan Diego Catholic High School, where he also served as department chair and Visual Arts Director.
When he’s not creating art, Jim enjoys traveling, cycling, being outdoors, and Italian cooking. He currently lives in Holladay, Utah with his wife Brooke, and son Louie.