DAY SCHOOL, EVENING COURSES AND WEEKEND COURSES
Christiania friAkademi - Classical Art Academy
Kongensgate 3, Oslo
Cell phone: 95460259 / 95057211 (monday-thursday 9-16)
E-mail: post@friakademiet.no
Website: www.friakademiet.no
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| Pirjo Raita |
DAY SCHOOL
Christiania friAkademi can offer students:
- 3-7 year complete art education
- 1 year preparatory education for architecture, art or design studies
- Evening courses in drawing and painting
The curriculum is based on classical principles of composition. Traditional techniques used by the great masters in art are taught, along with more recent insights from art of the 19th and 20th centuries. Chistiania friAkademi wishes to pass on traditional artistic craftsmanship and skills to new generations, in order to raise the standard of today’s art. We work in completely figurative, semi-figurative, and abstract expressions in drawing and painting.
Chistiania friAkademi is located in the historic and cultural center of Oslo, which was previously named Christiania. This area is known for its old buildings, many from the 17th century, such as the Akershus fortress with its massive stone walls and arches, green lawns, a pond, and the view over the city of Oslo. Here are stables with horses and sailing ships in the harbor. Wander about, find inspiration in the scenery! In old Christiania there are many art museums and galleries, such as the Association of drawing and illustration, the National Association of Painters, the Museum of Contemporary Art, The Association of Norwegian Printmakers, Grafill (the Norwegian Association for Visual Communication), the Museum of Architecture, the House of Photography, and many cafés and restaurants!
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| Trine Brandeggen 2011 |
We offer an exciting learning experience for the student who wishes to study drawing and painting in depth. The aim is to educate professional artists with a high level of expertise within the classic traditions. The Academy is for the student who is looking for an art education with emphasis on skill development within drawing and painting. This is a long-term education with specialization in the rich possibilities offered by the classical language of art. The curricular method is structured and goal oriented. We have developed proprietary teaching methods and illustrative textbooks to enhance the students’ grasp of classical art. At the Academy you will find a stimulating environment and dedicated fellow students. We emphasize close individual follow-up and active communication throughout the academic process. We are located in light and friendly premises on the 5th and 6th storey of Kongens gate 3, where the school has 500 m2 at its disposal.
Call us on our cellphone: +47 95460259 /95057211 (monday-thursday 9-16), or
send an e-mail to post@friakademiet.no for more information.
You are welcome to come by for more information and an informal chat.
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| Ingeborg Eilertsen 2011 |
Artwork by first year students
The following are examples of artwork created by first year students, where perspective, proportions, light and shade, use of materials, constructive naturalism, still life, and portraits are some of the subjects studied. Christiania friAkademi has a unique curricular methodology, which gives tangible results within a short timeframe. This is not (primarily) about talent, but about targeted hard work that gives results. Student exercises enhance the creative results through improved rendering of volume, space, rhythm and dynamics.
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| Liv-Helene Johansen |
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| Bjarte Myhre |
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| Atle Kristiansen |
We have developed an academic approach which allows rapid advancement, whether in drawing or painting, figurative, semi-figurative, or abstract. We encourage an empathic, caring environment, where students are supportive of one another in their individual learning processes. We give knowledge based guidance to students, because we know that they come to us to learn the skills they need to become well qualified professionals. It is our responsibility to enable you to reach that goal, and we will deliver results, as long as you are willing to put in the work!
Welcome!
“Success is 10% inspiration and 90% perspiration”
Thomas Edison
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| Synnøve Fuglseth |
Evening courses
Drawing
Step 1
The course gives a basic introduction to graphic structures, textures, and use of perspective. We learn about shape, volume, light and shade, in order to create a three-dimensional object on a two-dimensional surface. This basic course is intended for students who wish to apply for schools in art, architecture, or advertising, but it is also for the students who simply wish to improve their artistic skills as a hobby.
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| Siv Haug 2011 |
Steps 2 and 3
In this course we draw simple still life objects, with pencil, charcoal, chalk, or red chalk in large formats. Students will learn about perspective, rendering of materials, graphical structures, and interior and exterior environments. The course is designed for students who want to specialize further in drawing, and to get a better grip on shape and volume. The course is well suited for students planning to apply for higher education in art, architecture, graphic design, advertising, scenography, etc.
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| Liliana Haakenrud |
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| Erik Friis |
Portrait drawing
Step 1
Step 1
This course gives an introduction to the basic challenges encountered in portraiture. Students will learn about the important planes, angles, proportions, and anatomy of the head. Shape, volume, light and shade will be emphasized, as well as the importance of the picture plane and positioning of the head within the picture framework. We will learn to understand how composition affects the overall artistic expression. In this course we will draw live models.
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| Frode Lillesund, sculptor and teacher, 2011 |
Step 2
In Step 2 students will build on their learning from Step 1, deepening the skills and understanding of shape, volume, light, shade, and composition. We will set out on a journey of discovery, armed with pencils, charcoal, and red chalk, as well as playfulness and curiosity. Through portraits of live models and self-portraiture we will explore ourselves as well as the model. Portrait Drawing Step 1 is a prerequisite.
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| Sonja Bunes |
Step 1
In this course we will work with nude models, and students will be introduced to the basic rules for plastic anatomic modeling of the human body, and use of light and shade. Students will start by drawing the main shapes of the body and getting the proportions right. Croquis drawings (rapid sketches) will be done using pencil or charcoal.
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| Theo Strømsted Persen |
This is the only academic course in Norway where the classical principles are taught. We will work with nude models, and the skills from step 1 will be developed further. The emphasis is on developing an understanding of the function and anatomy of the human body, its construction and dynamic rhythm. You will develop an improved understanding and ability to render volume, shape, and rhythmic sequences. You will learn to interpret opposing weight shifts and the model’s balance and position in space. We will work with pencil and paper, or in large formats with charcoal, chalk or red chalk. Croquis drawing (rapid sketches) in pencil and charcoal.
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| Theo Strømsted Persen |
We will work with nude models. The student starts by choosing the model’s size and position in the painting. You will learn the importance of composition as a starting point from which the subject matter is developed. First the mass and volume of the main shapes are sketched and shaped, using light and shade, and cold and warm colours. The proportions and anatomy of the figure are put into place. The student will learn to render skin and hair as structural contrasts and textures, by “engraving” and variations in the use of different paintbrushes. The student should preferably have some experience with drawing from life, and basic painting skills.
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| Frode Lillesund, sculptor and teacher, 2011 |
Portrait painting
Portrait painting is an introductory course which teaches students about the basic challenges involved in portrait painting. Students will learn about choices of picture formats, the portait’s cropping and positioning in the picture, all in light of an overall compositional plan. Shape and volume will be constructed using light and shade, enhanced by cold and warm colours, and by “engraving” textures for skin and hair. The student should preferably have some experience with portrait drawing, and basic painting skills.
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| Atle Kristiansen |
Oil/Acrylic painting
Step 1
This is an introductory course for beginners and slightly experienced students. In this course the student will be introduced to the world of colour and pigment. We will paint still life, with emphasis on lines, surfaces, values and colours. This course will suit students who wish to have a thorough introduction to painting. Students will be followed up individually.
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| Zdenek Sopousek |
This course builds on skills developed in Step 1, Students will learn to apply their skills in still life or portrait painting. Students will work through progressively more difficult exercises, and will be trained in the practical use of colours, and basic theoretical exercises in shape, colour, type of colour, and composition. This course will give the student more insight and a broader base for problem solving.
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| Zdenek Sopousek |
Weekend courses
Landscape/still life
This is a course in figurative or non-figurative painting. The student may choose to paint with oil or acrylic. Basic training in colour theory and composition will be given, with individual follow-up. Students will learn to adjust colours to each other by using warm and cold colours in their paintings, and to learn how colours affect the mood of the paintings. Students will learn how to place the horizon, perspective lines, points of interest, and other elements of picture building. Bring your own sketches or photos of the subject you wish to paint. You may also paint an abstract painting based on a landscape or a fantasy landscape. This course is for beginners or slightly experienced students.
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| Vidar Åsheim |
Icon painting is an old art form which currently enjoys wide appeal. In this course we will work meticulously so that students have time to immerse themselves in the techniques and come into contact with the materials we use. You will learn how to construct and paint icons from scratch. We will use ancient techniques for icon painting, such as egg tempera and gold leaf on wood. All materials are included in the fee, and will be provided. The course is for everyone who wishes to paint icons, or who needs an introduction to the techniques. No prerequisites.
Light and shade
The light and shade course is for beginners and slightly experienced students. Students will be followed up individually, based on their skill levels. Students will learn the basic principles for how to construct a three-dimensional shape by using light and shade. There is one practical part of the course, which involves practicing how to achieve even values in a drawing. There is also a theoretical part of the course, where students will gain a better understanding of properties and function of light, and how this can be used to improve drawings. By working with basic shapes, students will get the practice and theoretical knowledge needed to render light and shade with highlights, reflected light, core shadows, and cast shadows on any object.
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| Helga Ringbakken |
All illustrations are student works in pencil, oil paint or acrylic paint.
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| Erik Friis |
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