Organic Sketching (OS) is a way to express ideas visually through basic sketching skills, combining observation, creativity, and practice. It builds eye-brain-hand connections, boosts confidence, and makes sketching enjoyable. OS focuses on mass, volume, light, depth, and line crafting, helping you truly "see" objects and improve tool familiarity. With a focus on self-critique and freedom in the process, OS encourages emotional connection to your sketches, making them the final, meaningful pieces. This unique, interactive experience is for all skill levels, leaving you with new techniques, confidence, and a desire to create—no erasers needed!

SUPPLY LIST:

Colored Pencils: Prismacolor COL-ERASE pencils in three colors 3 blue, 3 green (darker green), 1 orange. (These are NOT the round "Premier" pencils, but have flat sides like a regular pencil.) Paper: Hammermill Digital Color Copy 11x17 inch

LOCATION: Visual Art Institute 2900 S 300 W, South Salt Lake, Utah

INSTRUCTOR: This class is taught by Chris Maggio. Learn more about our instructors at https://www.visualartinstitute.org/art-faculty

DROP-INS: This class IS open for drop-in students. All students (registered and drop-ins) must bring their own supplies. Can’t attend the whole term? Consider purchasing a Flex Pass.

NO CLASS ON MEMORIAL DAY!