KARL’S 2019 SUMMER SEMESTER CLASSES & SCHEDULE

ONLINE REGISTRATION FOR PUBLIC – APRIL 29 to MAY 17

Click this Link to View & Download the Full AAI CATALOG for SUMMER 2019 (JUNE 3 – AUGUST, 2019)

 

TitleSemester DatesDaysTimesDescriptionFee
Head and Figure Painting Jun 10 to Aug 26[12]
Mondays,
72 hrs		9:30a - 4p
Full day		Close attention will be given to the fundamentals of anatomy, structure and form followed with emphasis on character, mood and action. We will examine and explore different theories of color, the value scale, direct and indirect light and procedures used by various artists throughout history. Finally, a discussion of personal approach, inviting the student to challenge established norms and limitations.$350
Head, Hands & Feet DrawingJun 10 to Aug 26[12]
Mondays,
36 hrs		7p - 10p
Evening		This class will develop a subtle understanding of the construction of the head, hands, and feet. This will include a study of the planes, forms and volumes, and the structure of the bones and muscles to show how they interact dynamically, creating action and character.

The instructional book, “Head Shot,” by Karl Gnass is a required manual for this class. If you don’t have this book you can purchase it the first day of class from the instructor. It’s also available on Amazon.		$200
Drawing the Folds of Street Clothes & Costume Jun 5 to Aug 28
(no class Jul 3)		[12]
Wednesdays,
36 hrs		7p - 10p
Evening		We’ll be drawing with clear-cut ideas on the active folds, observing and exploring how they work and participate in expressing action. We’ll address the confusions, cover the role of passive folds, wrinkles, design and shape, and costume as character.$200
Fundamental Figure DrawingJun 6 to Aug 29
(no class Jul 4)		[12]
Thursdays,
36 hrs		7p - 10p
Evening		A basic foundation class featuring figure drawing mechanics. Emphasis on description of form, quick sketch gesture and construction of volume and structure. The goal is to develop the ability to draw with skill and imagination. With lectures, demos and personal attention.$200
Figure Drawing from Top to Bottom Jun 7 to Aug 23
[12]
Fridays,
72 hrs		9:30a - 4p
Full day		Featuring fundamental to advanced techniques using various materials from Conte to brush-and-ink. We will cover key fundamental drawing concepts, structure, observing and organizing form, procedures and approaches, quick sketch, line of action, gesture drawing, line and contour, figure construction and anatomy, figure lay-in/compositional sketches, form and tone, understanding and describing difficult parts, the draped figure, advanced figure - long poses using the basic theories of modeling form, analysis of the old masters - composition and drawing techniques. With lectures, demos and personal attention.$350
HOW TO REGISTER:
Important: for full and complete registration details, be sure to read the AAI Summer Catalog.

Register for AAI Classes directly with the Animation Guild online. You can call the Guild at (818) 845-7000 if you have any questions. The AAI Catalog says, "Many of the AAI classes are in high demand and quickly fill to capacity once registration opens. Do not expect to be enrolled in an AAI class if you have not followed the registration procedures exactly, especially regarding prompt payment."

The AAI Catalog says:

ACTIVE MEMBERS of the Animation Guild can reserve classes for themselves only by calling our office on April 26 (only) starting at 8:30 am. The phone number for AAI class reservations (for members only, on Apr 26) is (818) 845-7000. Members who have not reserved classes on Apr 26 must reserve with the general public through the online registration form.

GENERAL PUBLIC, reservations for upcoming classes will now be accepted only through an online registration. The form to register will be available starting at 8:30 am on April 29. This will be the only way to reserve a spot in a class. The link for AAI class registration will open on April 29 (general public) and you can find it here at the AAI link.