Learn the fundamentals of drawing with various tools like pencils, charcoal, and different types of paper. Master basic shapes, break down complex objects, and practice different lines. Understand perspective, proportion, and shading to create depth and dimension. Workshop lead by Beppie Weiss.

Bring paper, pencils, charcoal and Conté crayon. Don’t have some of these materials? We have inherited a supply of these items that you may borrow from. Plus, we have many types of paper you may test out before investing in your own.

The Time is Now

Arts Iowa City’s ArtiFactory is a place to learn and practice the visual arts and fine crafts in a community of artisans that represent a broad spectrum of interests and abilities, a place that encourages cross-fertilization, and offers a multipurpose venue that can be used by artists from the community to connect, teach, and perform.

We are at a critical time in Iowa City’s history. We who live here have the opportunity, therefore the obligation, to design the best Iowa City for the 21st century, and beyond. Help fund this vision with a generous donation.

Just the Basics - November 2026