Graphite Drawing of Natural Objects with Priscilla Humay

Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2025 | 12:00 - 3:00pm

Learn to draw what you see, rather than what you think you see. Objects are not just flat shaped- they have form, volume, and shadow, that is created by drawing in perspective. Perspective is an invention of the 15th Century Renaissance as a method of organizing forms in space. It creates depth and the illusion of 3-dimension on a 2-dimension surface. Its use creates a believable representation. This workshop focuses on that representational classical tradition through the use of perspective, proportion, and foreshortening.

Through drawing natural objects in black on white, you will define their value gradations from lights to darks identifying form and true perspective. You will learn the visual elements of line and texture to create your final drawing. Reference material handouts will be provided and the instructor will offer demonstrations and individual guidance. There will be open discussions and dialogue. Questions and answers are welcome as you participate in open critiques.

Most supplies are provided by the instructor, but students are encouraged to bring any natural objects you wish to draw and any graphite pencils you already have.

Registration closes when workshop is full!

About the Instructor

Priscilla Humay exhibits nationally, is in private and corporate collections, and is featured in major publications. She is a Signature Member of the Colored Pencil Society of America and served on its National Governing Board. Priscilla was a co-director of ARC, Chicago art gallery. Through the U.S. Department of Interior National Park Service, she was awarded two Artist in Residencies at the Big Cypress National Preserve in Florida. She taught at the College of Lake County IL, Chicago Botanic Garden, and the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center in Austin TX. Her BFA is from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, MS from the Illinois Institute of Technology, and Post Graduate Study at Charles University, Prague, Czech Republic. In her own art, she loves to capture the essence of nature’s beauty and enjoys sharing this through teaching.