2154 - Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain
Course Overview
Unlock the artist within! No matter your experience level, beginner to working artist. Using the groundbreaking book Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain, this engaging and hands-on course introduces proven techniques that have helped millions of people learn to draw with confidence. Based on research into how the brain processes visual information, the course explores Betty Edwards’ revolutionary theory that learning to “see” differently is the key to learning to draw.
Through guided exercises, students will quiet the analytical, verbal left brain and strengthen the intuitive, perceptual skills associated with the brain’s right hemisphere. You’ll practice contour drawing, spatial relationships, perspective, light and shadow, and portraiture while developing sharper observation skills and greater creative confidence. Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced artist looking to deepen your abilities, this course offers a supportive and inspiring environment to awaken creativity, improve focus, and discover the joy of truly seeing the world through an artist’s eyes.
Note: Bring a pencil, eraser, and drawing pad (approx.11 x 14 inch) to the first class where a complete supply list will be given. Required text is Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain: The Definitive, 4th Edition, Edwards. Text is available at Amazon.com. Approximate cost of materials is $45.
What You'll Learn
- Learn exercises to release your creative potential!
- Tap into the special abilities of the visual, perceptual, right hemisphere of the brain.
- Learn how to critique artworks, be able to provide and receive constructive feedback on your works and others.
Who Should Attend
Aspiring visual artists at all levels, beginner to advanced, may benefit from this proven method of tapping the creative potential.Additional Information
Bring a pencil, eraser, and copy paper to the first class where a complete supply list will be given. Required text is Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain: The Definitive, 4th Edition, Edwards. Text is available at Amazon.com. Approximate cost of materials is $45.UNM Tuition Remission
UNM Staff, Faculty, and Retirees: This class is eligible for UNM Tuition Remission under Personal Enrichment. Click here to see UNM HR's Tuition Remission policy for eligibility and tax liabilities.