Drawing

Overview

Through this engaged and intensive study, students explore the elements of design, composition, scale, proportion, gesture, light on form, value, tonal construction, and the practical application of anatomy and perspective through sustained investigations of the human figure from direct observation.

Learning outcomes

The Drawing Concentration at New York Academy of Art provides intensive challenges that expand upon drawing’s foundational principles through the exploration of the nature of drawing as a unique, progressive, and constantly evolving visual language that embraces both tradition and innovation. The subject of drawing is explored to expand upon the formal, narrative and conceptual potentials of the medium while encouraging students to realize their artistic vision and formulate their unique experiences and insights into compelling and articulate visual statements.

Drawing Concentration Core Outcomes

• ability to utlilize multi-figure compositions

• ability to draw at life-scale

• understanding of linear and arial perspective

• grasp of synthetic compositional and pictorial construction

• knowledge of historical and contemporary drawing approaches

• understanding of traditional, contemporary and experimental drawing media