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Quick Sketch: People

Learn how to quickly sketch the human form in different degrees of completion and detail.

Starts Jan 28
From 25.20 US dollars
Arts Council of White Lake - Nuveen Center

Available spots


Class Description

Do  you struggle with adding people to your sketches? In this class you will learn how to quickly sketch the human form in different degrees of completion and detail, as well as the importance of incorporating people into artwork to add scale and interest. A variety of mediums will be demonstrated and used. Class minimum: 4 Class maximum: 12 About the Instructor: Mary Jo (MJ) Ernst grew up in West Michigan and has been sketching her whole life. She uses all types of mediums in her artwork. Ink, especially solubles, is her preferred choice for quick sketching.  Her sketch style is whimsical and impressionistic. MJ encourages anyone, all skill levels, to pick up a pen, pencil or brush to get started and make a mark! Visit the ACWL-Nuveen or go to @MysteriousMannequin on Facebook and Instagram to see her artwork ACWL-Nuveen classes are supported in part by grants from the Michigan Arts & Culture Council, the National Endowment for the Arts and the Nuveen Benevolent Trust.


Upcoming Sessions


Cancellation Policy

Please note - Registration for classes is required, unless otherwise noted. You may register online, by calling (231) 893-2524 or visiting the ACWL-Nuveen. Please enroll in classes at least 48 hours before the scheduled class time. Courses cancelled due to insufficient enrollment will be 100% refunded. You can cancel your registration up to 3 days in advance of the class date. If you withdraw from a class less than 3 days before the class, you will be given a class credit. If withdrawing the day classes begin, no refund or credit is available. To view our complete class policies, please visit www.artswhitelake.org/class-event-policies


Contact Details

  • 106 East Colby Street, Whitehall, MI, USA

    + 2318932524

    nuveen@artswhitelake.org


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The Nuveen Center is accessible to all visitors–whatever their ability. Each room is wheelchair accessible, including classrooms and restroom. Guide animals are also welcome. Feel free to call us in advance of your visit so we can accommodate any special needs. 

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Address: 106 E. Colby St.

             Whitehall, MI 49461

Email: Nuveen@artswhitelake.org

Phone: (231) 893-2524

Hours: Wednesday - Friday, 11am - 5:30pm

          Saturday, 11am - 3pm

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