PAPR 591 Drawing and Mixed Media Workshop for Teachers: Focus on the Figure

July 21-25
3 graduate credits
Syllabus [PDF]

This workshop emphasizes the role of drawing and experimentation in developing a body of artwork inspired by figurative themes. Artists working in drawing, painting, assemblage, photography and fiber will benefit from this course. We will explore the work of contemporary artists who focus on the human form and work from the model during our studio time. Initially we will create a series of small mixed-media drawings/photographs or assemblages which will be a point of departure for the creation of a series of figurative mixed media work. Students should bring samples and/or slides of their current work to the first class meeting. There will be an opportunity for participants to visit area museums, including a day to Washington, D.C., and artist’s studios.

Instructor Amie Oliver received her B.A. from Mississippi State University in 1982, her M.F.A. from Bowling Green State University and post graduate work at Tyler School of Art and the State University of New York in Brockport. She has been teaching in higher education since 1986. Visit www.amieoliver.net for more information regarding her artwork.

What will you take home?

By the end of the week, you will have begun a body of work and will have new ideas and techniques for your own art classroom. You will be inspired by your fellow classmates, the studios and galleries you visit and better acquainted with the collections of area museums. Come be a part of the art scene in Richmond and go home refreshed and ready for new projects.

General information

The summer art workshop meets for a week of studio work, visits to museums, galleries and artists’ studios, and lecture-discussions. It includes an independent follow-up component (short paper or lesson plan) applying knowledge and skills learned during the summer to your instruction. Follow-up work may be completed anytime from the end of the workshop through October. Credit can be awarded when follow-up work is submitted.

For more information about these workshops contact Anna Jones at (804) 828-8831.

Contact us

Amie Oliver
Phone: (804) 303-5495
E-mail: aoliver2@vcu.edu

Anna Jones
Phone: (804) 828-8831
E-mail: ajones47@vcu.edu