ART 5A - Beginning Figure Drawing

    Recent Professors
    Luis A. Rodriguez
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    18–20 students
    Difficulty
    6.9Demandingout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    None
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    Introduction to drawing the nude human figure from observation using a wide variety of drawing media and techniques. Topics include an introduction to human anatomy and the historical and contemporary roles of figure drawing in the visual arts. Students in this course will learn both descriptive and interpretive approaches to drawing the figure. This is a basic course in the study of the human figure from a nude model. Composition and expressive aspects of gesture, weight, and line on a beginning level are investigated through study of the human figure using pencil and charcoal exercises. (C-ID: ARTS 200) Lecture Grading: Letter None Transfer Status: CSU/UC Degree Applicable: AA/AS COD GE: A3 CalGETC: None
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 11:00am–12:00pm, Mon Wed 12:00pm–1:30pm, Mon Wed 2:00pm–3:00pm, Mon Wed 3:00pm–4:30pm