Drawing in Color: Exploring Minneapolis (in person)

Learn how to capture space, depth, and vibrant energy in drawings. This class has a primary focus on drawing in color but other topics covered include perspective, organizational line, spatial relationships, and value. This class is ideal for anyone who recently moved to Minneapolis and wants to get to know the city or residents who are looking for a way to fall back in love with the city through the act of drawing in color. Class meetings are held at a variety of parks, buildings, and other facilities all located within the city of Minneapolis. The first class meets at MCAD and explores the surrounding neighborhood. Additional locations will be announced prior to the class start date. / Materials fee of $6 included in tuition.

Open to students ages 18 and above. Review complete policies, including class cancellation policies, before completing your registration.

Prerequisites

Previous drawing and painting experience helpful, but not required.

Required materials

Supplies for the first class

• pen or pencil
• sketchbook size 9 inch x 12 inch (or larger)
• ruler
• HB pencil
• eraser
• pencil sharpener
• colored pencils, 12 or more

Students should expect to spend approximately $40-$60 on supplies in addition to course tuition.

Recommended textbooks

• The Elements of Color by Johannes Itten
• Interaction of Color by Josef Albers
• A Dictionary of Color Combinations by Sanzo Wada

Class resources
This class uses Canvas, MCAD’s learning management system. Please see the link for more information.

Class Savings

Register on or before May 13 and save $25.
Register for more than one class at a time and receive $25 off each additional class (same-day registrations only).
Additional savings. Are you eligible?

Questions

Contact MCAD Continuing Education at continuing_education@mcad.edu or call 612.874.3765.