HOME STUDIO MENTORSHIP - CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE
8 WEEKS • 5 STUDENTS • SIMI VALLEY, CA
PHOTOS OF SILVER DRAWING ACADEMY
WHAT IS THIS?
Silver Drawing Academy is a private art school located in Simi Valley, CA with the goal of helping you improve your drawing ability through live classes. Stephen will teach you what is required to be a Character Designer for the studios and freelance clients, the business of art, what it takes to become an independent artist, how to take control of your career, how to develop the skills and mindset to communicate with clients, and good practice habits. Everything you need to IGNITE YOUR PASSION!
STUDENT WORK
WHAT MAKES THIS UNIQUE?
Stephen’s goal in creating the Silver Drawing Academy Mentorship Program is for teaching new approaches to drawing and designing and for the purpose of creating a unique, intimate setting in his own personal classroom. The classroom offers a comfortable environment in which to learn. You are not just a student, you are personal guest of Stephen’s. By having limited seating, this experience adds a personal touch with a lot of one on one attention. Imagine, just 4 other students, yourself and your personal mentor, Stephen. This class is open to all skill levels.
WANT TO APPLY?
Submit your application along with your website portfolio
If selected, Stephen will notify you how to proceed with enrollment
There will be 4-terms per year
January • March • August • October
APPLICATION DEADLINE IS 3 WEEKS BEFORE NEW SESSION BEGINS
CHARACTER DESIGN CLASS
Eight (8)Tuesday Nights from 7PM - 10PM PST
2020 SESSIONS TO BE ANNOUNCED
Payment Plan Available: Please inquire with application submission
SUPPLIES NEEDED
8.5”x11” Paper • Tracing paper • Col-Erase Pencils • China Marker
8-WEEK CHARACTER DESIGN PROGRAM
CUSTOMIZED TO MEET YOUR SPECIFIC NEEDS
Throughout this course, Stephen will share with you his creative drawing process and personal techniques for producing successful character designs. This class is built on opening lecture, demos, in-class exercises, and homework. You will gain a better understanding of the drawing and design process, and learn tools to constantly improve your skills. This 8 week instruction course will build your confidence in drawing, while inspiring you with new ideas that will help you grow continuously.
TOPICS INCLUDE…
Construction of Head and Body
Body Gestures
“Bow and Arrow”
Verb-adjectivity
Facial expressions
Business of Art
Principles of Design
Pushing your Poses
Character Development
Portfolio Discussion
Industry Requirements
Caricature
Useful Exercises
Observation
Blind Feeling
Avoiding “the ladder”
Golden Section
Shape Language
Acting