Month of Drawing
When | Sunday, October 4 – Saturday, October 31, 2015 |
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Location | Getty Center and Villa |
Contact | (310) 440-7300 |
The Big Draw LA is a public drawing celebration spanning Southern California and linked to Big Draw events worldwide during the month of October.
Drawing from the Masters: Gathers and Folds
Sunday, October 4 and 18, 3:30–5:30 p.m.
The Getty Center
Enjoy the tradition of sketching from original artworks at the Getty. Artist Kaitlynn Redell shares techniques for drawing dynamic drapery. Participants are encouraged to bring sketch pads. Sign up begins at 2:30 p.m. at the Information Desk.
Free; no ticket required.
The Gathering
Sunday, October 10, 11:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
The Getty Center
Join us for this drop-in drawing event, sketch from a costumed model, and be inspired by dynamic drapery and texture with artists Marissa Magdelena and Kaitlynn Redell. Supplies and guidance provided.
All skill levels welcome. Free; no ticket required.
Drawing from Antiquity: Creative/Classical
Sunday, October 24, 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
The Getty Villa
Take part in the centuries-old tradition of sketching from ancient works at the Getty Villa. Put your own spin on classical forms during this creative sketching session inspired by the Villa's Inner Peristyle gardens and architecture. Supplies are provided; all skill levels are welcome. Sign up begins at 10:45 a.m. at the Tour Meeting Place.
Free; advance ticket required.
Sunday, November 15, 10:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
The Getty Villa
Join artist Elmira Adamian for a daylong watercolor workshop focusing on landscapes in antiquity. Tour the exhibition Greece's Enchanting Landscape: Watercolors by Edward Dodwell and Simone Pomardi, then practice plein-air watercolor techniques in the Outer Peristyle gardens.
Course fee $125 (includes lunch and materials). Complimentary parking.