Looking For A Place Where I Can Receive Drawing Lessons/Training?

Submitted by Sean12434 t3_y7dyy7 in RhodeIsland

This is a somewhat broad question directed at anyone living here in Rhode lsland, specifically artists who happen to be reading this post. As the title states, are there any good places for an adult such as myself to pick up drawing lessons (not painting)? Somewhere where l can interact and engage with other people, like the creative equivalent of a gym or a fitness class?

Whatever the case, any comments or suggestions would be appreciated.

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Comfortable-March906 t1_isu19ah wrote

Continuing education classes at risd, although im not sure if they’re in person anymore and can be pricey

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Simple-Swimming14 t1_isuhsh9 wrote

As220 is a great artist resource they usually have a little bit of everything!

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RandomChurn t1_isx5l1b wrote

They used to offer $5 live drawing sessions every Monday night -- no instruction, just the model and set up. This was years ago though. OP, call and find out if they're still doing it.

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beta_vulgaris t1_isvj0zi wrote

AS220 doesn't currently offer drawing classes, but their workshops are definitely the atmosphere you're looking for. You can become a member there and book studio time once you're familiar with how to use the space and tools. They also have a restaurant, gallery spaces with rotating shows, and a black box theater.

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Sean12434 OP t1_isxctf2 wrote

Why would I want to book a studio if I'm only looking for classes? And this seems geared toward younger, college aged people rather than older adults.

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beta_vulgaris t1_isz27lu wrote

I’m over 30 and have taken classes there. I certainly wasn’t the only one either. I mentioned the studio time & other things because you seemed to want to socialize as well, getting more involved in an artistic community is a way to do that. Sorry for responding to your question, I definitely won’t do it again.

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Sean12434 OP t1_isz2sw0 wrote

I was only asking for clarification, nothing to get offended over. Its just a comment, I meant no disrespect.

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beta_vulgaris t1_isz9uwv wrote

Okay fair enough. It’s difficult to read tone in text. No hard feelings.

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Various_Butterscotch t1_isxx6sx wrote

Meetup has as drawing in RI group if your emphasis is on the social interaction

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