Mark making has been around as long as human beings have. The desire to express ideas through mark making is the foundation of drawing. In this session the goal is to develop skills to make marks that match, and communicate what we see. For this class we will look at a still life using the lenses of Proportion, Angles, Shapes, and Shading. Your drawing will take shape one step at a time. You will learn tips and tricks to bring your image to life. In two hours you will be able to take home a sketch showcasing foundational drawing skills.

About Susan McFarlane:

Susan is originally from Massachusetts but for thirty years she lived in Utah, Oregon, New Jersey, and Virginia before moving to Reading, MA. Susan earned a B.S. in Design from Brigham Young University, a Post Baccalaureate Certificate from Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, and a Museum Studies Master’s Degree from Harvard Extension. In addition, she is a Certified Zentagle® Teacher. Her artwork has been shown in Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Washington DC, Maryland and Virginia. Susan teaches at Snow Farm, other local venues, as well as privately. "Creativity is intelligence having fun." -- Albert Einstein

In partnership with Lexington Arts & Craft Society (LexArt).

This program is made possible by the generous donors to the Cary Library Foundation.