Drawn Studio

"I learned more in a few hours than I had in years on my own."
—Natalie M., Student

Bite-sized, Deep-dive Artist Workshops

Discover the secrets of art with our Art Hacks series—a dynamic collection of bite-sized workshops that blend practical techniques, inspiring art history, and creative problem-solving.

Each workshop offers a focused exploration of a unique topic. Whether you’re sharpening your drawing technique or broadening your understanding of art history, this series is your fast track to deeper knowledge and creative breakthroughs.

Upcoming Workshops

Drawing the Head/Face

Ages 12-16

Saturday, June 6, 2026

10 AM - 2:30 PM (with 30-minute break for lunch)

Instructor: Ryan Greis

In this portrait workshop, students explore the timeless art of drawing a true likeness of the human face, focusing on the four major features—eyes, nose, mouth, and ears—and learning to see them as three-dimensional forms rather than flat shapes. Through guided exercises from multiple viewpoints, we introduce essential anatomy, proportion, and structure to help students create realism and capture personality, with special attention to shape, form, and value in black and white. All materials are provided, and the workshop is ideal for adults who want to strengthen their skills and experience the rewarding process of bringing faces to life on paper.

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Drawing the Head/Face

Adults, Beginner to Intermediate

Saturday, June 13, 2026

10 AM - 3 PM (with 1-hour break for lunch)

Instructor: Ryan Greis

In this portrait workshop, students explore the timeless art of drawing a true likeness of the human face, focusing on the four major features—eyes, nose, mouth, and ears—and learning to see them as three-dimensional forms rather than flat shapes. Through guided exercises from multiple viewpoints, we introduce essential anatomy, proportion, and structure to help students create realism and capture personality, with special attention to shape, form, and value in black and white. All materials are provided, and the workshop is ideal for adults who want to strengthen their skills and experience the rewarding process of bringing faces to life on paper.

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Figure Modeling 101

Adults

Saturday, July 18, 2026

10 AM - 1 PM

Instructor: Rob Harris

This one-day workshop, led by an experienced figure model, is designed for anyone curious about becoming an artistic figure model. Whether for creative fulfillment or extra income. Participants will gain firsthand knowledge of what the field involves, get a real taste of modeling for artists and instructors, and receive direct feedback. Artists will also have the opportunity to practice their drawing skills with multiple figure models.

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Drawing Fundamentals

Ages 12-17

Saturday, July 25, 2026

9 AM - 1 PM

Instructor: Ryan Greis

Whether your teen is picking up a pencil for the first time or looking to sharpen existing skills, this course gives them everything they need to draw with confidence. They'll master the building blocks of great drawing, from blocking and proportion measurement to shading, highlights, and shadow work, then bring it all together through guided rendering techniques that add depth, detail, and a professional finish to their artwork. By the end, they won't just know how to draw; they'll know why every mark they make works.

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Silhouette Portraiture

Adults

Saturday, July 31, 2026

6 PM - 9 PM

Instructor: Ryan Greis

In this three-hour hands-on workshop, you'll learn the fundamentals of freehand silhouette portraiture, one of the oldest and rarest hand crafts still practiced today. Using only scissors and paper, you'll train your eye to read a profile, practice committing cuts without drawing or tracing, and leave with portraits you made yourself. No experience necessary. All materials included.

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Drawing the Head & Face

Ages 12-17, Beginner to Intermediate

Saturday, August 1, 2026

10 AM - 2:30 PM

Instructor: Ryan Greis

Faces are endlessly expressive, and learning to draw them is one of the most rewarding skills an artist can develop. In this hands-on portraiture workshop, teens discover how to capture a true likeness by studying the four major facial features (eyes, nose, mouth, and ears) not as flat shapes, but as three-dimensional forms shaped by light and shadow. Through guided exercises and multi-angle drawings, students develop a deeper understanding of facial anatomy, proportion, and structure, learning to see the way artists see. Working in black and white with charcoal and conté, they'll build confidence in rendering value, form, and personality on paper. All materials are provided, so just bring your curiosity and leave with the skills to bring faces to life.

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Drawing Hands & Feet

Ages 12-17, All Levels

Saturday, August 8, 2026

9 AM - 12 PM

Instructor: Ryan Greis

Hands and feet are among the most challenging subjects any artist faces, but they don't have to stay that way. This workshop breaks down the anatomy of both into simple, manageable forms, demystifying what can feel overwhelmingly complex. Through careful deconstruction and guided practice, students learn to look at hands and feet as collections of shapes that fit together logically, making them far easier to observe, understand, and draw with confidence.

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Drawing Fundamentals

Adults, Beginner

Saturday, August 15, 2026

9AM - 1 PM

Instructor: Ryan Greis

Whether you're picking up a pencil for the first time or looking to sharpen existing skills, this course gives you everything you need to draw with confidence. You'll master the building blocks of great drawing, from blocking and proportion measurement to shading, highlights, and shadow work, then bring it all together through guided rendering techniques that add depth, detail, and a professional finish to your artwork. By the end, you won't just know how to draw; you'll know why every mark you make works.

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