Beginner Drawing Classes with Dr Cristiano Pereira

Unleash your creative potential in our upcoming drawing class! This is the perfect opportunity to learn the fundamentals of drawing in a relaxed and supportive environment. Whether you’ve never picked up a pencil before or want to refine your skills, you’ll be guided by Dr. Cristiano Pereira through the basics of line, shape, and shading. All are welcome—no previous experience is needed to join this fun and rewarding class!

This course teaches the core concepts and techniques of observational drawing. Students will learn to see like artists, use a range of drawing tools, and build confidence through step-by-step skill development.

Dr. Pereira is the Special Initiatives Director for Go Art!. Pereira received a PhD in Art from State University of Rio de Janeiro and a MFA in Painting from University at Buffalo.

As a Latinx visual artist based in WNY since 2013, his artworks have been shown in several group and solo shows in WNY including Burchfield Penney Art Center and Niagara Arts & Cultural Center. Prior to Go Art! Pereira has been teaching in different universities including Daemen University, Medaille University and SUNY Erie. Born in Brazil, Pereira founded the Art school Estudio Belas Artes in 2004, personally teaching Art classes, curating art shows and leading a team of three teachers for more than 20 years.

This class is open to anyone 15 years of age or older

-Every Friday, starting September 5 from 4-6 pm

-$100 MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION not including supplies (The supply list will be provided upon registration)

-Pre-registration required