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Drawing Foundations Week 2: Seeing & Responding: Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain with Jim McGee

  • Workshop SLC 153 2100 South South Salt Lake, UT, 84115 United States (map)

Date: Monday, April 11th, 2022

Times: 10:00 am - 12:30 pm

Cost: $50




Class Description

This beginner’s class introduces the student to observational drawing through the use of blind contour and modified contour techniques.  This class will inspire students by helping them learn to “see” like an artist.  Students will create a series of botanical drawings that are heightened with watercolor paint.  


Supply List

  • Graphite pencil

  • Sharpie or Micron pen (thin, thick)

  • Watercolor set and palette

  • Brushes (1 round, 1 flat)

  • Container for water

  • Drawing paper or watercolor paper


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.