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Introduction to Drawing and Sketching

ART 857.59

This introductory course covers basic drawing concepts and techniques

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In Person
Starting at $570.00
As few as 6 weeks
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What you can learn.

  • Draw simple objects from different angles
  • Learn still-life drawing with a light source
  • Draft a self-portrait from a mirror or photo
  • Study landscapes and urban sketching

About this course:

This introductory course covers basic drawing concepts and techniques. Instruction includes shape, form, value, perspective, and edge control. Students will watch demos and get hands-on practice in still-life drawing, gesture drawing on figures and face, and outdoor sketching exercises. Class emphasizes developing a daily drawing practice, encouraging students to grow their artistic vision and lay a foundation for future creative pursuits.

Summer 2025 Schedule

Date & Time
Details
Format
 
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Saturday 10:00AM - 1:00PM PT
Canceled
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Instructor: Shanna Lim
403905
Fee:
$570.00
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Location: UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
Refund Deadline
Refunds only available from April 28, 2025 to July 06, 2025
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Discussion
Sat Jun 28, 2025
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 217
Discussion
Sat Jul 5, 2025
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 217
Discussion
Sat Jul 12, 2025
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 217
Discussion
Sat Jul 19, 2025
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 217
Discussion
Sat Jul 26, 2025
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 217
Discussion
Sat Aug 2, 2025
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 217

Fall 2025 Schedule

Date & Time
Details
Format
 
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Monday 6:00PM - 9:00PM PT
Future Offering (Opens July 28, 2025 12:00:00 AM)
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Instructor: Shanna Lim
405272
Fee:
$620.00
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Location: UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
Refund Deadline
No refunds after September 23, 2025
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Discussion
Mon Sep 22, 2025
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 217
Discussion
Mon Sep 29, 2025
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 217
Discussion
Mon Oct 6, 2025
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 217
Discussion
Mon Oct 13, 2025
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 217
Discussion
Mon Oct 20, 2025
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 217
Discussion
Mon Oct 27, 2025
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 217

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