Methods and Materials with Stephen Hutchings

Master drawer Stephen Hutchings uses drawing as an integral part of his daily art practice. His workshop features demonstrations, one-on-one instruction, and supportive group discussions.
On the first day, you (the participant) will use different forms of graphite—from pencils to sticks to blocks—as they explore the incredible range of marks made with graphite. The second day is devoted to charcoal and paper. Working with sticks and powders, you will be introduced to charcoals made from different woods that have different densities and tones. You will explore how paper textures can be used to create a range of effects. This workshop also features a special, hands-on exploration of the magic of erasers in all forms, shapes and sizes.

Your subject matter for both days will be in-studio still-lifes and huge nature photos; you will be working on small- and large-scale drawings. You will take home two finished drawings and multiple sketches while exploring methodologies, materials, and techniques. Sketching outdoors will be an option, weather dependent.

All of Stephen Hutchings paintings start out as fully realized charcoal drawings. He has led workshops in Calgary, Ottawa and New Brunswick, taught figure drawing at the Ottawa School of Art, and been a juror for the Canada Council, the City of Ottawa and Arts NB. Hutchings is represented by five galleries across Canada. His large-scale work has been the subject of several touring shows in major Canadian museums. He is currently working on a solo exhibition, “Theatre of Trees”, for the Beaverbrook Art Gallery in 2025.

Instructor: Stephen Hutchings
Date: October 5 – 6, 2024
Time: Saturday and Sunday, 9:30 am – 4:30 pm
Min/Max students: 6/13
Meet the Artist: October 4, 5:30 – 6:30 pm
Registration Deadline: July 29, 2024

Course only fee: $250
Early Bird course fee: $225 until July 15, 2024