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Drawing New York’s November course starts with basic forms and depth, then develops proportion, pencil technique and shading. Participants will also compare papers and practice using different drawing tools.
All times are local to the venue · America/New York
A convincing drawing has to make a flat surface describe form and depth. This beginner course takes up that challenge through basic shapes, measurement, proportion and shading, while treating paper and pencil choices as part of the work rather than an afterthought.
The course works with the difference between a three-dimensional subject and a two-dimensional surface. Students use and develop basic forms to suggest depth, then study measurement and proportion to organize relationships within a drawing.
Shading extends that work: the listed curriculum includes rendering form with shade, so the emphasis is on understanding how a drawing is built rather than on a specified subject.
Further reading: Introduction to Drawing for Beginners (3 Sessions) with Simon, Tue, Nov 10, 2026, 6:30 PM | MeetupBending Spoons ↗
Paper comparisons include sketch paper and drawing paper, smooth and rough surfaces, and papers intended for pencil or charcoal. The class also covers pencil grades and their use, with practice in cross-hatching and shading with pencil washes.
Participants will try both kneaded and plastic erasers to explore different effects. Only a kneaded eraser appears on the required-materials list; the plastic eraser is discussed as a tool, not listed as something students must bring.
Further reading: Introduction to Drawing for Beginners (3 Sessions) with Simon, Tue, Nov 10, 2026, 6:30 PM | MeetupBending Spoons ↗
The listing is aimed both at people who have not learned to draw and at those with some experience who want a more organized approach. Simon is named as the instructor; the event description does not provide further background.
Further reading: Introduction to Drawing for Beginners (3 Sessions) with Simon, Tue, Nov 10, 2026, 6:30 PM | MeetupBending Spoons ↗
The meetings build from using basic forms to suggest depth, through proportion and pencil technique, to shading. The stated outcome is a well-formed, proportioned, shaded drawing; the listing does not prescribe a particular subject.
November 10, 17 and 24, 2026. Each session runs from 6:30 to 9 p.m. EST.
The event is listed at 15 Gramercy Pk S, New York, NY.
The ticket covers all three dates. The listing does not state the price.
Required items are graphite pencils in 4H, 2B and 6B; an 11×14-inch Strathmore Series 400 drawing pad; and a kneaded eraser. The listing does not say whether supplies are provided.
The event listing gives the destination as Drawing New York, 15 Gramercy Pk S, New York, NY. It does not specify a separate entrance or transit and parking options; the map links can calculate directions from your starting point.
The organizer describes its community as meeting within the National Arts Club’s historic mansion and says club membership is not required to attend. The event details do not describe accessibility facilities; check with the organizer if you need access information.
Drawing New York | MeetupBending Spoons ↗ · Introduction to Drawing for Beginners (3 Sessions) with Simon, Tue, Nov 10, 2026, 6:30 PM | MeetupBending Spoons ↗
Yes. The event is designed for beginners, as well as people with some experience who want a more organized approach.
Yes. The listing says the ticket includes November 10, 17 and 24; it does not state the ticket price.
Bring 4H, 2B and 6B graphite pencils, an 11×14-inch Strathmore Series 400 drawing pad and a kneaded eraser. The listing does not say whether supplies are provided.
No. Drawing New York says club membership is not required to attend its events.
15 Gramercy Pk S, New York, NY
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Event, planning and background information checked 2026-11-02 against the linked sources.