karlgnass/WinterClasses

KARL GNASS CLASSES, SEMINARS and DRAWING INTENSIVES are are open to the public at (AAI), American Animation Institute, 4729 Lankershim Boulevard, North Hollywood, CA 91602-1864. Information:818-766-0521

JANUARY - to mid-FEBRUARY (6 weeks)

A heads up for Next January Line-up

Please note: Some of the classes listed below are special *classes given only once a year during this Winter "mini-semester". The usual Thursday night Life Drawing class will be held on Monday night. The Friday class: 'Drawing From Top to Bottom' will resume in the Spring Class Schedule.

Register ( in December '08): call 818-766-0521 ask for Lynn on all classes!

Registration times will be given in late Nov. or early Dec.

HEAD AND FIGURE PAINTING

6 Mondays, JANUARY - FEBRUARY, 9:30am - 4pm. Fee: $150

This course deals with the fundamentals and development of head and figure painting. Attention will be given to anatomy, structure and form followed with emphasis on character, mood and action. We will examine and explore different theories of color, the value scale, direct and indirect light and procedures used by various artists throughout history. There will be a running dialogue about composition and it's importance. Finally, a look at personal approach, established norms and limitations.

**To register Call the AAI number, 818-766-0521 and ask for Lyn. Unless otherwise arranged, actual payment for classes is expected before first class begins.

special *MORPHING -

LIFE DRAWINGS INTO CHARACTER DRAWINGS

6 Fridays, JANUARY - FEBRUARY, 9:30am - 4pm. Fee: $150

Starting with a base of strong figure drawing concepts we will zero in on the development process, exploring expression, action and storytelling to create strong, viable, portfolio-ready characters.

**To register Call the AAI number, 818-766-0521 and ask for Lyn. Unless otherwise arranged, actual payment for classes is expected before first class begins.

NIGHT CLASSES

LIFE DRAWING

6 Monday nights, JANUARY - FEBRUARY, 7 - 10pm. Fee: $75

A basic foundation figure drawing class. Emphasis on fundamentals of observing, interpreting and describing form. Procedures used in quick sketch, construction and fundamentals of volume and structure. The goal is to develop the ability to draw with skill and imagination.

**To register Call the AAI number, 818-766-0521 and ask for Lyn. Unless otherwise arranged, actual payment for classes is expected before first class begins.

special *THE DRAPED FIGURE & COSTUME

12 evenings, Wednesdays and Thursdays, JANUARY - FEBRUARY, 7 - 10pm. Fee: $150

We will take the confusion out of drapery by covering the important basic folds and how they relate to non-active folds and wrinkles. We will also explore the expressive qualities of drapery, drapery as costume, and costume a character.

**To register Call the AAI number, 818-766-0521 and ask for Lyn. Unless otherwise arranged, actual payment for classes is expected before first class begins.

For further information e-mail me at karl@gnassstudios.com
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