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Charcoal Master Copies (Live Class)

Learn to create impressive charcoal master copies in a 7-week Live Class with NMA instructor Catherine Bobkoski. Develop your ability to observe and design values with various charcoal materials and tools while copying great artists' works. Whether you're a beginner or experienced, this class is perfect for enhancing your skills.

2 Lessons 14h 18m 40s of videos

Previously Live

Join NMA instructor Catherine Bobkoski for a 7-week Live Class focused on creating in-depth charcoal master copies. You will learn how to create stunning, painterly effects using a variety of charcoal materials and tools like paintbrushes, blending stumps, and rags. Rather than relying on a linear approach, you will explore the concepts of shape and mass to develop your ability to observe and design values.
Join NMA instructor Catherine Bobkoski for a 7-week Live Class focused on creating in-depth charcoal master copies. You will learn how to create stunning, painterly effects using a variety of charcoal materials and tools like paintbrushes, blending stumps, and rags. Rather than relying on a linear approach, you will explore the concepts of shape and mass to develop your ability to observe and design values.

Common Questions

How do I earn a Certificate of Completion for this class?

Earn a digital Certificate of Completion when you complete this Live Class and submit all assignments for review before the end of term. The guidelines with all the information pertaining to the Certificate of Completion are here: Live Class Certificate of Completion Guide.

How do I participate in these Live Classes?

You can participate by accessing the live lesson page on Wednesdays at 5:00 pm PT. This event is for NMA subscribers, you can sign up for important email updates here. You will be updated when the stream goes live, with assignment reminders, and any schedule changes.

How can I submit my work for critique?

If you want to submit your painting for critique, follow the submission guidelines PDF located in the assignment tab of each lesson.

What materials do I need to get for this Live Class?

A material PDF list is linked in each lesson under the description. Please check the file to see what you need to prepare.

Are there any assignments in this Live Class?

This Live Class includes downloadable assignment PDFs, that help you practice the content hosted by Catherine. Keeping up with these assignments will maximize your learning outcomes.

How can I interreact with other students taking this Live Class?

A great way to interact with fellow students is to join our Discord channel. Each Live Class has its very own channel where students can interact, ask questions, submit for community feedback, and more. This is also a great resource for updates and other events happening here at New Masters Academy.