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Academic Drawing

Currently enrolling at:

San Jose, San Rafael, San Francisco, Mountain View

Levels:

Beginner & Intermediate

$560

14 in-person classes, 28 hours

Art materials are provided and included in price

This course is dedicated to the fundamental drawing skill - consistent shading. It is what makes your drawings and paintings look convincing, finished, and awesome.

This course will teach you:
  • Classical methods of drawing

  • Cross-hatching

  • Skecthing

  • Shading

  • Representing various textures

  • Drawing folds

  • Drawing a human head

  • Leading complex drawings from compostional sketches to final touches


To enjoy this course, you need to be familiar with:

Not seeing a session in a studio near you? Join the waitlist! We'll know you are interested, and try to add them soon (and notify you once the registration is open).

San Francisco

March 15- May 15, 2023

Monday 6:20-8:20pm

Teacher: Hugo Kobayashi

12 spots left

March 15- May 15, 2023

Monday 6:20-8:20pm

Teacher: Hugo Kobayashi

12 spots left

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Mountain View

March 15- May 15, 2023

Monday 6:20-8:20pm

Teacher: Hugo Kobayashi

12 spots left

March 15- May 15, 2023

Monday 6:20-8:20pm

Teacher: Hugo Kobayashi

12 spots left

Register
San Jose

March 15- May 15, 2023

Monday 6:20-8:20pm

Teacher: Hugo Kobayashi

12 spots left

March 15- May 15, 2023

Monday 6:20-8:20pm

Teacher: Hugo Kobayashi

12 spots left

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Online

March 15- May 15, 2023

Monday 6:20-8:20pm

Teacher: Hugo Kobayashi

12 spots left

March 15- May 15, 2023

Monday 6:20-8:20pm

Teacher: Hugo Kobayashi

12 spots left

Register
San Rafael

March 15- May 15, 2023

Monday 6:20-8:20pm

Teacher: Hugo Kobayashi

12 spots left

March 15- May 15, 2023

Monday 6:20-8:20pm

Teacher: Hugo Kobayashi

12 spots left

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Frequently asked questions about adult classes:

I am going to miss 1-2 classes. How do I make them up? Almost every student misses classes now and then. To arrange a make up, please email your studio up to 5 days in advance, we do not allow drop ins. - We offer up to 3 make ups per course/semester (1 make up for short 5-6 weeks courses) - Make ups are not guaranteed, but we will try our best. - No make ups can be scheduled after missed class. - A make up can not be rescheduled. Do I need to purchase materials? We provide the materials for the in-studio classes, there is no need to bring anything. However, it might be a good idea to purchase some art materials for practice at home. Online students neeed to purchase materials for their classes.

Refund Policy:

We are not offering refunds for new purchases. However, full credit towards future bookings or transfer to another camp/class will be offered for any cancellations made up to 24 hrs before the camp or class start. 

Detailed curriculum:

Testimonials:


K. A.

Just finished the Academic Drawing class with Andrew, and I learned so much. He is a great teacher; he has such a kind way of helping you see how you can improve as an artist and always gives commendation over your progress.

I’ve had a confidence problem with art for many years. I really had trouble when it came to adding depth of tone and shadows; I was always so afraid to make a mistake I couldn’t fix.

I left the class feeling much more confident and equipped to create art that I could be proud of.

I highly recommend the Academic Drawing course with Andrew and Art School of SF Bay. Can’t wait to take many more classes!


Kelley C.

I took the Academic Drawing class with Luka. As someone who has always liked drawing but never felt like I had the fundamentals down, I felt it was the perfect fit! The class is well-paced and slowly scales up the complexity of the projects until you're surprised by what you were able to draw. Luka is a wonderful and attentive teacher who has a masterful eye on what could be improved that really made all the difference in my projects and helped me progress. He clearly has a passion for art teaching that shines through.


Gouri K

I joined Art School at SF bay for the Adult drawing class...

I must say I thoroughly enjoyed every day of the course. Was also able to learn quite a few complex concepts and was pleasantly surprised to see the art work I made at the end of the class...

I could make good progress with my skill set and am more confident about it than before.

Highly recommend!


Bless D.

Just finished taking Academic Drawing with Andrew. I have no experience whatsoever in drawing and always wanted to learn. In each class, we have learned different skills and techniques. Andrew is a really patient and great teacher. By the end of all 14 classes, i was able to draw landscapes, folds, and plaster heads and was able to learn bout shading and basic drawing techniques. It has been a great class, and I would like to continue learning about drawing.


Jerline J.

I took a few classes at the Art School of SF Bay, including Key Elements and Academic Drawing with Andrew. The school offers a supportive and inspiring environment for artists of all levels, and the classes are well-structured to help you grow. Andrew is an understanding and encouraging teacher, and the lessons not only helped me improve as an artist but also reignited my joy in creating. After just a few sessions, I decided to sign up for Human Anatomy and Open Studio, which I am currently attending. I would highly recommend the Art School of SF Bay and Andrew to anyone looking to develop their skills and passion for art.

Fall 2025 semester: 
First Day of Classes: September 2nd, 2025 (Tuesday)
No Class October 31st, 2025 (Friday)
No Classes November 24th (Monday) - 30th (Sunday)
Last Day of Classes: December 19th, 2025 (Friday)
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