Mondays 4pm-6pm

September 14, 2026 - November 6, 2026

Students will develop foundational drawing and painting skills through projects centered on observation, proportion, value, color, and composition. Students will work from still life arrangements, natural objects, masterworks, and other age appropriate subjects while learning how artists use line, shape, light, and color to describe three dimensional form.

Projects will introduce students to traditional materials including graphite, charcoal, watercolor, and paint. Instruction is adapted to each student’s age and experience, allowing beginners to establish strong fundamentals while returning students continue to develop more advanced skills. Throughout the eight week session, students will complete both short exercises and longer projects that encourage careful observation, technical development, and thoughtful decision making.

Sessions Available:

Tuesdays - 4pm-7pm

Thursdays - 4pm-7pm

Sundays - 2pm-5pm

Teen Portfolio Preparation is designed for high school students interested in developing a strong body of work for college applications in fine art and design. The course combines academic drawing and painting instruction with individualized guidance based on each student’s interests, experience, and future goals.

Throughout the eight week session, students will complete observational and concept based projects while studying composition, proportion, value, color, perspective, and visual communication. Students preparing for college applications will receive guidance on portfolio selection, project development, documentation, and presentation. Students who are not yet applying to college may use the course to strengthen foundational skills and begin developing a more independent body of work.

*This registration is for both drawing sessions on 12/5/2026*

10:00am-1:00pm Portrait Drawing

2:00pm-5:00pm Figure Drawing

Join PAA Founding Director Anna Neis for a one day drawing masterclass! Choose from either the morning portrait session or afternoon figure drawing options.

Students will be introduced to the fundamental principles of academic art that guide how artists approach the portrait and figure. Students of all ages (16+) are welcome to join. All materials are included!

12/5/2026

10:00am-1:00pm Portrait Drawing and/or

2:00pm-5:00pm Figure Drawing

Participants may choose to register for either session or both. Register for both here and receive a 25% discount!

Join PAA Founding Director Anna Neis for a one day drawing masterclass! Choose from either the morning portrait session or afternoon figure drawing options.

Students will be introduced to the fundamental principles of academic art that guide how artists approach the portrait and figure. Students of all ages (16+) are welcome to join. All materials are included!