FIGURE DRAWING CLASSES

Beginner / Intermediate

Saturdays 1:30-3:00 PM

Instructed figure drawing group classes in Vancouver - ongoing
CA$174 for 6 classes | CA$34 Drop-in

Figure drawing is an essential skill for artists, helping to refine observational abilities and enhance understanding of the human form. My Figure Drawing Classes in Vancouver provide a practical, hands-on experience for all skill levels. You can join as a complete beginner or as an intermediate/experienced artist looking to enhance your skills.
In every class, we learn a new topic. My syllabus covers all necessary topics over 8 cohesive months.
After the first class, you’ll feel much more comfortable drawing. After 6 classes, you’ll see an improvement in your drawing skills.

Lesson structure:

warm-up
theoretical part
observation drawing with my supervision
the show/final discussions for the session and personal strategies

Art Supplies to Take for the Figure Drawing Class:

Art supplies of your choice. The best option for the first lesson would be graphite pencils (HB and 6B) + eraser + sketchbook (drawing area is around letter size). Alternatively, you can bring an iPad, watercolours, fineliners or a gel pen.
Weather-appropriate clothes for outside locations (for midseason wear +1 layer warmer than you think; for summer - take a hat and a bottle of water)
Something to sit on (a folding chair or a foam pad would be great)

LOCATIONS:

For summer sessions, we meet on the lawn of Coal Harbour Seaside Park* (50 m from the spray park to the side of Stanley Park). MAKE SURE TO DOUBLE-CHECK THE MEETING POINT THE NIGHT BEFORE EACH CLASS, as it could be changed if it is rainy/wet. SUBSCRIBE to get email notifications: aniasalmina-newsletter.beehiiv.com
Classes run year-round. In good weather, we meet outdoors. In fall and winter, we meet indoors.

What my students tell

Why Take Figure Drawing Classes?

Figure drawing helps artists develop a deep understanding of human anatomy, proportions, and movement. Through practice, you’ll gain the ability to capture the nuances of the human body in various poses and expressions.

Develop Technical Skills: Enhance your ability to draw accurate proportions and realistic anatomy
Boost Creativity: My figure drawing classes push you to think quickly and experiment with new artistic techniques
Capture Movement: Learn how to depict dynamic poses and gestures in your drawings
Combine this class with my Urban Sketching and you won't recognize your skill level in a couple of months!

Why Choose My Vancouver Life Drawing Classes?

ARTIST-LED Figure Drawing Class in Vancouver:

Get hands-on guidance from a professional artist and architect with 20+ years of practicing figure drawing and anatomy

Variety of Models:

Draw from a range of various poses and models in clothes, helping you expand your ability to capture everyday life

Beginner to Experienced:

Open to all levels from beginners to experienced participants. The instructor will adapt the class according to the participants.

Quick Progress:

My structured approach ensures you’ll gain the skills necessary to improve your figure drawing, regardless of experience level

What You Will Learn:

In my Vancouver Life Drawing Classes, participants receive professional instruction while drawing from live models in a relaxed, supportive environment.