Shape to Form: Drawing in 3D, Ages 10-12, Saturday November 14th

Turn simple shapes into drawings with depth! Students will discover how artists use light, value, and shadow to create the illusion of three-dimensional form on a flat surface. Beginning with circles and squares, they will use graphite pencil shading to transform these shapes into spheres and cubes.

Through guided demonstrations and hands-on practice, students will identify a light source and explore highlights, midtones, shadows, and cast shadows. They will experiment with pencil pressure and value changes while observing how light behaves across curved and flat surfaces. Each student will leave with a graphite study of three-dimensional forms showing light direction, shading, depth, and volume.

Class details

Ages: 10–12
Date: Saturday, November 14, 2026
Time: 10 am–12 pm
Duration: 2 hours
Materials: Graphite pencil

What we’ll explore

• Turning 2D shapes into 3D forms
• Light source and direction
• Highlights, midtones, and shadows
• Cast shadows
• Value and pencil pressure control
• Shading curved and flat surfaces
• Creating depth and volume

Enrollment options

Single Class: $55 per class.
4-Week Class Pass: $200 for all four Saturday morning classes in November for ages 10–12. Register for the full series with the class pass.

View the November class lineup and book your 4-Week Class Pass

No experience is needed. All materials are included, and classes are limited to 10 participants.

Students receive 10% off art supplies when shopping in our retail store before or after class.

Please review our Cancellation, Credits & Refunds policy before booking.