Introduction to Drawing ONLINE

This online course introduces students to a range of media and techniques in drawing, as well as different application methods to develop an awareness of line, volume and form. Working with conte, graphite, and charcoal, this foundation-level course, taught live by an AGO Artist Instructor, draws upon the AGO's collections as a platform for teaching methods and techniques, and prepares students for advanced classes at the AGO.

Students to supply their own materials. Alternative and/or additional materials may be discussed on class 1 with instructor.

STUDENT MATERIAL LIST

- 2B graphite pencil

- 2B black Conté stick

- 2B white Conté stick

- Sakura Pigma Micron 08 Black Pen 0.50 mm or any similar black felt fine tip pen

- Willow Charcoal (Coates Willow Charcoal 5–6 mm. Med. box of 6). If you do not want to buy the charcoal then the Conté could act as a substitute

- White plastic eraser or kneaded eraser

- Pastels assorted colours (set of 12), such as Mungyo Gallery Drawing Chalk Pastels

- Kraft Paper Pad, 18” x 24”, 40 sheets (manila pad of paper if Kraft is not available)

- One Canson or Mi-Tientes pastel paper 19” x 25”: tobacco or any colour of a medium tone

- Kleenex and/or a paper stomp, a Q-tip (or your finger!)

- Ruler or straight edge

- A drawing board 18” x 24” or larger if you would find this useful

Terms and Conditions of Participation in Online Courses.

Participants must be 18 or older. Spots are limited.

Members Price

$190.00

Public Price

$230.00

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COURSE POLICIES AND FAQ

Art Education Policies

Policies

Please read the following policies when you prepare your registration to AGO Education courses and camps.

Registration is on a first-come-first-served basis and is limited to space restrictions.
Advance registration is recommended for all programs.
Registration is confirmed only upon receipt of payment.
All registration is subject to availability.
All programs, prices and instructors are subject to change without notice.
The AGO has the right to remove students from classes. (remove if they are disruptive).

Withdrawals and Refunds

Courses

Refunds are available in full 5 days before the start of the first class, minus a $15 administration fee.
For all courses a withdrawal is allowed before the start of the second class, minus a $50 administration fee.
Withdrawals after the start of the second class are non-refundable.
One day workshops are non-refundable.
Absence does not constitute a withdrawal.
Courses are not transferable.
Withdrawal requests must be done by email through the Contact Centre at contactus@ago.ca.

Cancellation of Classes

To ensure that we are able to run your preferred classes, we recommend that you enroll at least two weeks prior to the commencement of the program.
In the event of course cancellation, registrants will be notified 3 days prior to the scheduled commencement of the course and a full refund will be given.

Accessibility

The AGO is committed to providing a welcoming and accessible destination and workplace. We embrace the principles of dignity, independence, integration and equal opportunity to serve our visitors, staff and volunteers, and our community at large.

Read about our Commitment to Accessibility, our Customer Service Policies for visitors with disabilities, and our Multi-Year Accessibility Plan.

Please let us know how we may assist you.

Scents

In consideration of those in the Gallery School who may have allergies and chemical sensitivities, please refrain from wearing cologne, perfume or other scented products.

Photography, Motion Picture, and Video Consent

Your registration ticket constitutes acknowledgement of willingness to appear in promotional photographs, motion pictures and videos taken in public areas of the Gallery and releases the Art Gallery of Ontario from liability resulting from use of such photographs, motion pictures or videos

Still have Questions?

Please email our Contact Centre contactus@ago.ca