Join Appleton artist Ally Wilber in this one-of-a-kind workshop. You'll explore figure drawing through shadow, soot, and reductive mark-making using charcoal, erasure, and safe fire painting (fumage) demonstrations. Drawing from a live model, we’ll focus on pulling light from darkness - creating mood and movement instead of hard lines rigid realism. Expect smoke, strange curves, and an emphasis on atmosphere and intuition.

• Unclothed model (Must be 18+ years old to attend. If under 18 years old, must be accompanied by a parent or guardian and/or provide a consent form signed by a parent or guardian).
• The fire painting demonstration includes a small, controllable live flame and ample fire safety equipment and procedures

What to bring

All materials are provided including paper, charcoal, erasers, and special fumage materials. Tables, chairs, and a few easels and drawing boards are available in the classroom.

About Ally Wilber

Ally Wilber is a Wisconsin artist, writer, and curator who specializes in the surrealist technique of fumage, or fire painting.

She is passionate about providing support and opportunities for artists throughout the state. She lives in Appleton, Wisconsin with two cats and a white python.

See her work at allywilber.com or on Instagram as @smokenouveau