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The Natural Way To Draw


Adult / Art -
Adult Fall 2026

The Natural Way to Draw

Learn the basics of drawing in a supportive, beginner-friendly class. Explore pencil, charcoal, and sketch crayons while creating drawings inspired by nature and still life. No prior experience required: beginner- and intermediate-level welcome!

Material List

  • ebony pencil
  • 6B pencil
  • 4B pencil
  • kneaded eraser
  • hand held metal pencil sharpener
  • 11"x14" drawing pad
  • 11"x14" newsprint pad
  • vine (willow) charcoal sticks (soft)
  • masking tape 1/2"
  • Conte sketch crayons four color set (black, brown, sanguine, white)
  • 15''x16" sketch board (or slightly larger)

*all sizes are approximate

Note: This class has been scheduled for 7 meetings. The December 15 date is held as a makeup date in case a particular date is cancelled.

Jeanne Aaron

I studied art at The Art Institute of Chicago, Received a BFA in Fine Art from the University of Illinois and a Master degree in animated film from UCLA. I have been teaching art locally for the last 20 Years. My artwork has been exhibited In galleries in Chicago, San Francisco and the Twin Cities. This past May I had an exhibit of Silk Paintings and Batiks at Hopkins Center For the Arts.

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  Jeanne Aaron


Eisenhower - Eisenhower Community Center : 215 Conf.Rm CC
Tuesdays, Oct 13 - Dec 8
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

  No Class Nov 3 & Nov 24


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Min Age   18 yr.

Price: $ 169 00