Location
Arts IC | ArtiFactory Gallery
120 N. Dubuque St.
Iowa City, IA 52240
Free admission
“Creatively connecting with nature through art can bring about a peace of mind that is restoring for all. Join me in sharing my experiences and providing opportunities for you to do the same.”
Andrea Smisek Gage
Arts IC | ArtiFactory Gallery Open Saturdays | 1-3 pm
or by appointment
Location
Bird and Mammal Halls
University of Iowa Museum of Natural History
3rd Floor – 11 MacBride Hall
Iowa City, IA 52242
Free Admission
It’s getting cold outside and time to move plein air painting indoors. Join us at the University of Iowa Museum of Natural History’s Bird and Mammal Hall on the 3rd floor of 11 MacBride Hall on the Pentacrest. This will be a unique opportunity to draw and paint the museum’s collections.
You will need something to paint or draw with and something to do it on. Drawing materials can include but are not limited to graphite, charcoal, pastels, watercolors, water-based oils, odorless solvent based oils or acrylics. The choice is yours. Due to the confined space please use odorless media and use a drop cloth with any paints that could leave a stain. Please respect the museum by leaving your area as you found it. Undisturbed! We would like to be invited back again.
Hot Stamped Foiling
Overview: The Hot Stamp Foiling workshop series celebrates the art and technique invented by University of Iowa Art Professor, Virginia Myers. This creative journey welcomes participants of all levels, regardless of prior drawing or painting skills. It’s a unique opportunity to delve into the world of foiling, from mastering the fundamentals to exploring a variety of innovative methods. Each session offers a distinct focus, showcasing the diverse ways this captivating medium can be used.
Location
Arts IC | ArtiFactory
120 N. Dubuque St.
Iowa City, IA 52240
Please register for each session.
Location
Dance Hall | PS1 Close House
538 S. Gilbert
Iowa City, IA 52240
Join us in the Dance Hall at the PS1 Close House for the Long Pose Studio Group. Enter through the eastern alley side with the handicap ramp. Please register to get the access code. Proceed upstairs and go to the Dance Hall. The model will maintain the same pose (with breaks) for the entire session. Bring your own drawing materials which can include graphite, charcoal, pastels or watercolors. Acrylics, water-based oils, and regular oils using odorless terpenoid will be allowed. We will be drawing from nude, partially clothed or dressed models. Must be over 18 to attend.
Location
Arts IC | ArtiFactory
120 N. Dubuque St.
Iowa City, IA 52240
A life drawing group in memory of our dear friend, Phil Dorothy. An environment to practice the art of drawing from life. Bring your own drawing materials which can include graphite, charcoal, pastels or watercolors.
Location
Arts IC | ArtiFactory
120 N. Dubuque St.
Iowa City, IA 52240
Beppie Weiss will share her drawing experience of the human body. She has drawn and painted hundreds, maybe thousands, of portraits and people drawings, and will help you improve your own drawing skills. Our goal will be to understand how it all comes together, and be able to draw it with more accuracy.