OSHER 21 - The Art of Sketchbooking

The class goal is to instill a creative habit of doing art--with a small "a"--as Danny Gregory describes in his book, Art Before Breakfast. No previous drawing experience necessary and students of all levels are welcome. We'll sketch without a lot of stuff, starting with a sketchbook and a pencil/pen. As you go along you will want to expand your supplies to include water color pencils, a brush and maybe crayons, but we'll continue to keep it basic. After the first class, we will meet in parks and urban locations. Each class will start with a short lecture and then everyone will draw with individual help from the instructor. The first class will meet at the 10th East Senior Center (227 South 1000 East, Salt Lake City) and will include drawing outside (weather permitting). Bring a sketchbook, pencil/pen, and portable chair. An example of the type of sketchbook that is a good size with the proper weight of paper is the Moleskine Art Plus Sketchbook (5" x 8.25"). Art Before Breakfast is useful, but not required.