Drawing Faces: (LOTTERY) A Beginner’s Portrait Class

Learn to draw faces with confidence in this introductory portrait class. Designed for beginners, this course breaks down the basics of facial proportions, shading, and expression through step-by-step guidance and sketching exercises. You’ll practice capturing unique features and personality with a focus on observation. This class will help you build skills while enjoying the expressive possibilities of portraiture. 

 $65 (Cost includes art supplies.)

Note: Due to limited space and high demand, this class will be offered by lottery. When registering for classes online, please select this class to indicate your interest in participating in the lottery. On Monday, September 8 at noon, 15 students will be randomly selected and notified. The class fee will be due only if you are selected. This class will be offered again in the spring term.

Jennie Huttler is a skilled artist based in Middletown, Rhode Island, with a lifelong commitment to creating and teaching art. She has extensive experience in painting, drawing, sculpture, ceramics, and printmaking, with a focus on painting and drawing. Jennie’s work has been exhibited across the U.S., including in group and solo shows. She holds a B.S. in Fine Arts and Art Education from the University of South Carolina and a M.Ed. from Edinboro State University, along with advanced training under notable artists. With 38 years of teaching experience, Jennie inspires students to develop their artistic abilities through experimentation and collaboration.