Anatomy Drawing (online, five-session workshop)

An understanding of anatomy, kinesiology, and morphology is essential for an artist wishing to accurately interpret and depict the human form. This course will consist of an in-depth analysis of the form and function of the human musculo-skeletal system to help artists develop practical strategies to draw the complex relationship of gesture, proportion, and perspective of the figure from direct observation. This online class is recommended to both figurative painters and sculptors.

Special Notes

This is an online class hosted through Zoom. We recommend that you download the free Zoom application on your computer, phone, or tablet in advance of the first class. You will receive a confirmation email containing a link to join the course via Zoom. The same link will be used each week.

Tuition Assistance is Available

To make our classes and workshops accessible to everyone, Fleisher offers tuition assistance every term so that everyone can join our creative community. Tuition assistance applications can be completed once registration is open by clicking here. The deadline to apply for spring term assistance is Friday, March 10; Notifications will be sent by Monday, March 13.

What you will learn:

  • The ability to extrapolate and interpret critical anatomical information from the observed figure

  • A functional understanding of the major musculoskeletal structures of the body

  • A focused and efficient drawing strategies based on anatomical, gestural, and perspectival understanding

Required Supplies:

  • Sketchbook for drawings and notes approximately 9×12 – 11×14

  • Selection of graphite pencils: H, HB, B, 2B

  • Kneaded eraser

  • Terra-cotta/sanguine colored pencils