Whether you are a beginner or an advanced artist, you will find that the Hipbone Art Studio has classes and events that will help you develop your creativity. In addition to the art classes offered, the studio hosts concerts and exhibitions.

Figure drawing

Whether you are an artist or simply want to improve your drawing skills, you should consider life drawing classes. The best way to improve your drawings is by practicing on a live model. The benefits of life drawing include the ability to observe malleable forms of the body, observe forces acting on the body, and observe the way muscles work.

The most useful structures for figure drawing are bones. Bones give the body structure and provide ridged anchors. Musculature helps to define much of the body’s volume, and is joined with tangents of starting shapes to create mass. Fat helps to soften the appearance of the muscle and soften the sharp edges of shadow. Fat is also stored for energy and insulation.

When drawing a figure, the artist needs to practice dynamic poses. Practicing side views is necessary to understand how the muscles work. The artist also needs to turn the figure to get an idea of its shape. Taking just two seconds to analyze the figure as a whole will help the artist see minor details throughout the figure.

Most artists begin figure drawing with gestures. These gestures indicate how the body is moving, and add rhythm and feeling. Most artists start with three lines, from knee to hips. However, some artists prefer to draw a quick outline of the model first, which makes drawing easier.

Many artists also choose to draw from nude models, which capture the full essence of the figure. Nude models are used in figure drawing to capture the full body, and can also be used to see a large variety of poses.

The first few minutes of a pose are the most energetic and tense of all. During this time, the life model’s skeletal and muscular systems are at their most effective. The muscles act on the bones to help the body move, while the bones support the core of the torso.

In life drawing, a short pose of a minute or two is ideal. This allows the artist to establish large shapes in the body. It also allows the artist to record concentrated details, such as the surface of the model’s body.

Paintings

Located in Portland, Oregon, Hipbone has a storied history in the art world, as well as a plethora of perks, perks, and perks. One of these perks is a free giclée printmaking station. The studio’s other perks include free access to an art gallery. The studio also has a studio on the premises for a select few artists. In the grand scheme of things, a studio space is an enviable perk. One of these lucky few is a recent transplant from the East Coast. Having a studio space in Portland makes traveling the Pacific Northwest somewhat of a breeze. Having a studio in the city has also spawned some interesting networking opportunities.

Classes

Whether you are interested in painting, drawing or sculpting, Hipbone Art Studio offers classes for all skill levels. Classes are offered throughout the year, including Beginning and Intermediate Figure Drawing, Figure Painting Intensive, Introductory Drawing and Anatomy Drawing. To register, go to the studio’s website. Classes meet weekends and evenings, and there are drop-in classes as well. You can also enroll in an uninstructed group, or take an intensive course.

Classes take place at Hipbone Art Studio’s Longtown studio, which is a longtime arts space that hosts exhibitions and concerts. The studio’s simple, clean, and functional setting allows students to learn in a welcoming environment.