Erika is running a series of classes at The Substation: Hobson's Bay Community Arts Centre,  1 Market Street, Newport Victoria

Drawing Workshops

Full day drawing workshops aimed at all levels from complete beginners through to the more experienced. The primary focus of these workshops are on developing good observational drawing practice. Students will learn to interpret and represent what they observe in front of them, and to build confidence in their ability. This workshop is intended to challenge a student’s understanding and interpretation of what they see and how they represent that.

Foundation Drawing and Painting Class

An introductory class aimed at exploring the basic elements of drawing and painting. There will be an emphasis on building confidence, developing observational and analytical skills, practical techniques, and material exploration. Moving from black and white to colour, students will explore colour theory, composition, painting techniques and materials. There will be 1 life drawing session within the term to introduce and explore figure drawing and to build on other skills. Classes are relaxed and informal yet aim to provide a basic knowledge to students who wish to pursue their work further, and possibly go on to join a mentored art group.

Mentored Art Group

This class has been developed to flow on from the Foundation Drawing and Painting class, and for those that have some previous experience. Emphasis is on building confidence, technique, exploration of materials and an ongoing focus on development of the student's individual project. Groups are less structured than the classes and offer one on one tuition. Each student can work at their own pace and their particular needs are addressed via direct tutoring rather than group exercises. A chance to meet with like-minded artists who learn from, support and encourage each other. Art both historically and in a contemporary context will also be explored. Life drawing sessions may be organised during the term for those interested. There may also be an opportunity in the future for the group to exhibit work at the Substation if participants are interested.

For information on The Substation