Karl Gnass

GNASS' 2012 SPRING CLASSES AT AAI

2012-01-20T01:58:00.000-08:00

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LAST CALL - GNASS' 2012 SPECIAL WINTER TERM AT AAI

2011-12-29T23:00:00.000-08:00

Two Figure Gladiator Composition Seminar Class Work

2011-12-19T21:53:00.000-08:00

Have a look at some of the participants' work from the class seminar.

Gnass' Winter Classes at AAI 2012

2011-11-23T21:24:00.000-08:00

Two Figure Gladiator Comp

2011-10-28T01:16:00.000-07:00

Gnass' October 2011 Story Beats: Drawing Character Story Sequence

2011-10-06T23:22:00.000-07:00

Gnass' September 2011 Landscape Sketch Comp

2011-08-28T10:00:00.000-07:00

Gnass' Fall Classes 2011

2011-08-02T18:56:00.000-07:00

Gnass' August 2011 Structure and the Dynamic Figure Seminar

2011-07-31T15:25:00.000-07:00

Gnass' July 2011 Foreshortening and Perspective Seminar

2011-06-27T18:46:00.000-07:00

Gnass' June 2011 Expression, Character & Story Seminar

2011-06-03T21:41:00.001-07:00

QuickSketches

2011-05-19T18:11:00.000-07:00

ColorSketch

2011-05-19T17:55:00.000-07:00

Gnass' Summer Classes 2011

2011-05-10T18:24:00.000-07:00

UPDATE: There was a typo on Karl's email address on the flyer posted originally. The flyer below has been corrected: karl @ gnass Studios . com (no spaces). Apologies for the error to anyone who tried to contact Karl recently without success.

Gnass' May 2011 Two-Figure Composition Seminar

2011-04-25T21:38:00.000-07:00

Gnass' April 2011 Landscape Sketching Seminar

2011-04-04T11:19:00.000-07:00

Karl Gnass' 2011 Seminar Schedule

2011-03-31T18:28:00.000-07:00

Gnass' Spring Classes 2011

2011-01-23T22:33:00.000-08:00

Gnass' December 2010 Gladiator Comp Seminar

2010-12-01T17:40:00.000-08:00

Gnass' Winter Classes 2010

2010-12-01T17:39:00.000-08:00

Youtube on Modeling Form

2010-11-30T19:12:00.001-08:00

I posted a new video:
http://www.youtube.com/user/KarlGnassStudios

Gnass' November 2010 Seminar

2010-10-27T17:20:00.000-07:00

Gnass' October 2010 Seminar

2010-09-29T15:22:00.001-07:00

This seminar focuses on the things we try to avoid:

GNASS' SEPTEMBER 18 LANDSCAPE SKETCH COMP

2010-09-07T17:27:00.000-07:00

KARL GNASS' FALL AAI 2010 CLASS SCHEDULE

2010-08-18T17:23:00.000-07:00

Fall sign-ups have already started so...!

August 21st Seminar

2010-08-04T16:49:00.000-07:00

June Seminar

2010-06-09T15:10:00.000-07:00

STRUCTURE AND THE DYNAMIC FIGURE

June 19, 10:am-3:30pm

*This seminar focuses on the elements of successful figure drawing:

STRUCTURE - How to build a functional body.

MECHANICS - Drawing the body in motion with muscles that express authentic action.

(To view the complete list of seminars for the year of 2010 click the 3-fold .jpg spreadsheets on the right.)

First the Seminar for May Then the Classes for Summer

2010-04-27T16:17:00.000-07:00

MAY SEMINAR:

EXPRESSION, CHARACTER & STORY

May 15, 10am-3:30pm

*This seminar clarifies the roll of character and expression as tools for storytelling.

Expression, what it is and isn't, how it really works, how character acts as a booster for expression and not as a replacement for it. We will have two character models helping us throughout the day working indepdently as well as with each other.

To register: email karl@gnassStudios.com

Summer 2010 Day Classes

2010-04-27T16:00:00.000-07:00

HEAD AND FIGURE PAINTING

12 Mondays, JUNE 7 - AUGUST 30, 9:30am - 4pm. Fee: $300.

This course deals with the fundamentals and development of head and figure painting. Attention will be given to 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. There will be a running dialogue about composition and it's importance. I will give a one day lecture tour of a Los Angeles museum. Finally, a look at personal approach, inviting the student to challenge established norms and limitations.

Note: no class July 5

FIGURE DRAWING FROM TOP TO BOTTOM

12 Fridays, JUNE 4 - AUGUST 20, 9:30am - 4pm. Fee: $300.

This intensive class will help you kick your figure drawing skills into high gear. Dynamics are the key to making a truly powerful drawing. Using a variety of materials with fundamental and advanced techniques, we will cover key drawing concepts, analyze old master drawings and discuss how to observe ond organize form. The study ranges from quick sketch to modeling form with special attention given to composition and anatomy.

Summer 2010 Night Classes

2010-04-27T15:56:00.000-07:00

ADVANCED LIFE DRAWING

12 Monday nights, JUNE 7 - AUGUST 30, 7 - 10pm. Fee: $180.

This class is designed to intensify the fundamental understanding of structure and form developed in earlier classes. The objective is clarity of expression. Attention will be given to anatomy, conceptualizing form and troubleshooting difficult poses. We will work on the description of form and design with tone in longer, more complete drawings with emphasis on integration of the parts, compositional structure and anatomical relationship.

Note: no class July 5

STORYBOARDING

12 Wednesday nights, JUNE 2 - AUGUST 15, 7 - 10pm. Fee: $180.

Principles of story structure and visual storytelling for television and feature animation. Exercises stress invention and creativity within the context of a given structure, story mechanics, continuity, staging, gag structure, character, etc. Three storyboard assignments cover a complete range of variables a story artist might encounter. *Some understanding of visual perspective is advised.

LIFE DRAWING

12 Thursday nights, JUNE 3 - AUGUST 19, 7 - 10pm. Fee: $180.

A basic foundation figure drawing class. Emphasis on fundamentals of observing, interpreting and describing form. Procedures used in quick sketch, construction and fundamentals of volume and structure. The goal is to develop the ability to draw with skill and imagination.

Seminar for April

2010-03-30T15:55:00.000-07:00

STORY BEATS:

Drawing Character Moments That Show Story Sequence

April 17, 10am-3:30pm

*This seminar focuses on the visual development of the narrative story.

There will be exercises designed to help strenghen ones visual short story telling: beginning, middle, and end. We will be working with life drawing and character model Karin Chekirda for inspiration.

To get a quick view & complete details,
please click the link below and then
click 'Current Seminar'.

http://spirit-of-the-pose.com/home.html

Location:
The American Animation Institute
1105 N. Hollywood Way
Burbank, CA 91505

Landscape Sketch Update

2010-03-23T17:41:00.001-07:00

Please note: seminar will start at 9am
instead of 10am due to limited parking.

Arrive at 8:45am.

Sketch Comp on Location Seminar - March 27th

2010-03-09T15:35:00.000-08:00

something like this

LANDSCAPE SKETCH COMP - 10am - 3:30pm
We’ll meet at Chantry Flats, a new location, beautiful and tree covered stream, rock walls and a waterfall. We'll do some field sketching and small comps while discussing the elements of good composition.

*Suggestions for this outing:There is nothing challenging about this path but, nonetheless, be safe and bring good walking shoes for some of the more difficult areas. Bring a wet and dry sketchbook, several dry drawing tools, perhaps some ink and ink wash tools as well. A backpack or over the shoulder bag will be useful, possibly a light weight folding chair. And be prepared; have a jacket or sweatshirt.

Call me for registration, not AAI. You can reach me at 323-913-7064

Thought and Anthony

2010-03-03T18:11:00.002-08:00

Sketch

2010-03-03T18:11:00.001-08:00

With Trident

2010-03-03T18:09:00.000-08:00

Michael and Someone Else

2010-03-03T18:07:00.000-08:00

Laura and Adair

2010-03-03T18:06:00.001-08:00

Spring 2010 Day Classes

2010-01-24T12:58:00.000-08:00

KARL GNASS CLASSES are held at AAI, American Animation Institute,1105 North Hollywood Way, Burbank, CA 91505.
For registration call on or after January 25th at (818) 845-7000. Ask for Lyn. Please make all payments to AAI for spring classes before the start date! If you reserved a spot, please make payments by the 5th of February to ensure your spot!

HEAD AND FIGURE PAINTING
12 Mondays, FEBRUARY 22 - MAY 10, 9:30am - 4pm. Fee: $300.

This course deals with the fundamentals and development of head and figure painting. Attention will be given to 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. There will be a running dialogue about composition and it's importance. I will give a one day lecture tour of a Los Angeles museum. Finally, a look at personal approach, inviting the student to challenge established norms and limitations.

FIGURE DRAWING FROM TOP TO BOTTOM
12 Fridays, FEBRUARY 19 - MAY 14, 9:30am - 4pm. Fee: $300.

This intensive class will help you kick your figure drawing skills into high gear. Dynamics are the key to making a truly powerful drawing. Using a variety of materials with fundamental and advanced techniques, we will cover key drawing concepts, analyze old master drawings and discuss how to observe ond organize form. The study ranges from quick sketch to modeling form with special attention given to composition and anatomy.

Note: No class April 2nd

Spring 2010 Night Classes

2010-01-24T12:41:00.000-08:00

KARL GNASS CLASSES are held at AAI, American Animation Institute,1105 North Hollywood Way, Burbank, CA 91505.
For registration call on or after January 25th at (818) 845-7000. Ask for Lyn. Please make all payments to AAI for spring classes before the start date! If you reserved a spot, please make payments by the 5th of February to ensure your spot!

HEAD, HAND AND FOOT DRAWING
12 Monday nights, FEBRUARY 22 - MAY 10, 7 - 10pm. Fee: $180.

This class will develop a subtle and imperative understanding of the the construction of the head, hand and feet. This will include a study of the planes, forms and volumes and the structure of the bones and muscle to show how they interact dynamically, creating action and character.

STORYBOARDING
12 Wednesday nights, FEBRUARY 17 - MAY 5, 7 - 10pm. Fee: $180.

Principles of story structure and visual storytelling for television and feature animation. Exercises stress invention and creativity within the context of a given structure, story mechanics, continuity, staging, gag structure, character, etc. Three storyboard assignments cover a complete range of variables a story artist might encounter. *Some understanding of visual perspective is advised.

LIFE DRAWING
12 Thursday nights, FEBRUARY 18 - MAY 6, 7 - 10pm. Fee: $180.

A basic foundation figure drawing class. Emphasis on fundamentals of observing, interpreting and describing form. Procedures used in quick sketch, construction and fundamentals of volume and structure. The goal is to develop the ability to draw with skill and imagination.

Torin

2010-01-12T16:33:00.000-08:00

Mini Semester Winter Classes, Jan-Feb 2010

2009-12-22T17:22:00.000-08:00

KARL GNASS CLASSES are held at AAI, American Animation Institute,
1105 North Hollywood Way, Burbank, CA 91505.

"The right stuff / The right price"

JANUARY 4 to FEBRUARY 11 (6 weeks)

Please note: Some of the classes listed below are special *classes given only once a year during this Winter "mini-semester". The usual Thursday night Life Drawing class will be held on Monday night. The Friday class: 'Drawing From Top to Bottom' will resume in the Spring Class Schedule.

Registration has started!
so call AAI: 818-845-7000 and ask for Lynn!
Payments for all courses are due by December 30 to keep your reserved seat!

DAY CLASSES

HEAD AND FIGURE PAINTING
6 Mondays, JANUARY 4 - FEBRUARY 8, 9:30am - 4pm. Fee: $150

This course deals with the fundamentals and development of head and figure painting. Attention will be given to 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. There will be a running dialogue about composition and it's importance. Finally, a look at personal approach, established norms and limitations.

*Special Once a Year
MORPHING LIFE DRAWINGS INTO CHARACTER DRAWINGS
5 Fridays, JANUARY 8 - FEBRUARY 5, 9:30am - 4pm. Fee: $125

Starting with a base of strong figure drawing concepts we will zero in on the development process, exploring expression, action and storytelling to create strong, viable, portfolio-ready characters.

NIGHT CLASSES

LIFE DRAWING
6 Monday nights, JANUARY 4 - FEBRUARY 8, 7 - 10pm. Fee: $90

A basic foundation figure drawing class. Emphasis on fundamentals of observing, interpreting and describing form. Procedures used in quick sketch, construction and fundamentals of volume and structure. The goal is to develop the ability to draw with skill and imagination.

*Special Once a Year
THE DRAPED FIGURE & COSTUME
12 evenings, Wednesdays and Thursdays, JANUARY 6 - FEBRUARY 11, 7 - 10pm. Fee: $180

We will take the confusion out of drapery by covering the important basic folds and how they relate to non-active folds and wrinkles. We will also explore the expressive qualities of drapery, drapery as costume, and costume a character.

Two Figure Gladiator Comp UPDATE

2009-12-05T15:51:00.000-08:00

With one Amazon down:

It’s Male Against Female :)
Spartan vs. Amazon –
A Battle of the Sexes!

December 19, 10:00am-3:30pm

A two figure composition class concentrating on action hero and combat action poses. Working with two figures gives us a chance to visually express story and explore the values of composition.

To get a quick view & complete details,
please click the link below and then
click 'Current Seminar'.

http://spirit-of-the-pose.com/home.html

Check for the special Winter Semester classes for January-February (6 weeks)

Gnass' Two Figure Gladiator Composition

2009-11-24T17:59:00.000-08:00

TWO FIGURE GLADIATOR COMP

December 19, 9:30am-3:30pm

*For the first time in the gladiator seminars will feature two female Amazons.

A two figure composition class concentrating on action hero and combat action poses. Working with two figures gives us a chance to visually express story and explore the values of composition.

Watch for the special Winter Semester classes for January-February (6 weeks)

To get a quick view & complete details,
please click the link below and then
click 'Current Seminar'.

http://spirit-of-the-pose.com/home.html

Special Gnass' Winter Semester AAI Classes

2009-11-24T17:56:00.001-08:00

Call now as REGISTRATION is underway for the NEW Semester!!
This is the right time if you haven't registered yet -
(This Mini-Term goes for 6 weeks, from the 4th of January to February 11)

Special WINTER CLASSES 2010

CALL IN ANY TIME DURING BUSINESS HOURS

**There are some special Once-A-Year Day and Evening classes available only in this session!

at the AAI (Animation Guild)

To get a quick view,details and location,
please click the link below and then
click 'Winter Classes'.
http://spirit-of-the-pose.com/home.html

The Essence of STORY FOR STORYBOARD Artists

2009-11-10T16:45:00.000-08:00

November 21, 10am-4pm

*This seminar focuses on the elements of successful stories:

FOR STORY ARTISTS THAT DEAL WITH STORY: We will discuss the internal structure of character, story and plot, emotion in story and elements of story as they relate to storyboarding. We will also cover how the elements of boarding are unified by story. DVD clips and examples will be reviewed.

Force, Dynamics of the Figure and Foreshortening

2009-10-13T16:25:00.000-07:00

October 17, 10:am-3:30pm

This seminar focuses on the elements of successful figure drawing:

STRUCTURE - How to build a functional body.
MECHANICS - Drawing the body in motion with muscles that express authentic action.
FORSHORTENING - Easy procedures and concepts that help simplify confusing forms in perspective. Finding grace and rhythm and movement in difficult poses.

Call me for registration at 323-913-7064 or e-mail me at karl@gnassStudios.com

Location:
The American Animation Institute
1105 N. Hollywood Way
Burbank, CA 91505

Old Russian

2009-10-13T16:15:00.000-07:00

Peggy O'Moore

2009-09-22T16:16:00.000-07:00

September Seminar Alert!

2009-09-09T16:52:00.000-07:00

Here's a heads up for this months seminar. It's a week from this Saturday.

Because of the Station Fire we're going to meet at a new location. It's my understanding that Chantry Flats has burned. So, we'll meet at Malibu Creek State Park.

!!LANDSCAPE SKETCH COMPOSITION AT MALIBU CREEK STATE PARK!!

September 19, 10am-3:30pm

Call me for registration, and not AAI. You can reach me at 323-913-7064

S'mores

2009-09-03T18:54:00.000-07:00

Some Of My Figure And Head Studies

2009-09-01T17:55:00.000-07:00

September Landscape Sketch Outing

2009-08-25T17:35:00.000-07:00

Here’s my upcoming seminar on September 19th, 10am-3:30pm:

LANDSCAPE SKETCH COMPOSITION
We’ll meet at Chantry Flats, a new location, beautiful and tree covered stream, rock walls and a waterfall. We'll do some field sketching and small comps while discussing the elements of good composition.

*Suggestions for this outting:There is nothing challenging about this path but, nonetheless, be safe and bring good walking shoes for some of the more difficult areas. Bring a wet and dry sketchbook, several dry drawing tools, perhaps some ink and ink wash tools as well. A backpack or over the shoulder bag will be useful, possibly a light weight folding chair. And be prepared; have a jacket or sweatshirt.

Call me for registration, and not AAI. You can reach me at 323-913-7064

For a list of the remainder seminars for 2009, go to
http://spirit-of-the-pose.com/newseminars.html

I'm Teaching At the New AAI Location

2009-08-25T16:10:00.000-07:00

1105 N. Hollywood Way, Burbank, CA 91505

We're no longer a hole in the wall operation. Check this place out, and check out my new classes for the fall term:

Registration now available: call (818) 845-7000

DAY CLASSES

HEAD AND FIGURE PAINTING
12 Mondays, SEPTEMBER 14 - NOVEMBER 30, 9:30am - 4pm. Fee: $300.
This course deals with the fundamentals and development of head and figure painting. Attention will be given to 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. There will be a running dialogue about composition and it's importance. I will give a one day lecture tour of a Los Angeles museum. Finally, a look at personal approach, inviting the student to challenge established norms and limitations.

FIGURE DRAWING FROM TOP TO BOTTOM
12 Fridays, SEPTEMBER 18 - DECEMBER 11, 9:30am - 4pm. Fee: $300.
This intensive class will help you kick your figure drawing skills into high gear. Dynamics are the key to making a truly powerful drawing. Using a variety of materials with fundamental and advanced techniques, we will cover key drawing concepts, analyze old master drawings and discuss how to observe ond organize form. The study ranges from quick sketch to modeling form with special attention given to composition and anatomy.

NIGHT CLASSES

ADVANCED LIFE DRAWING
12 Monday nights, SEPTEMBER 14 - NOVEMBER 30, 7 - 10pm. Fee: $180.
This class is designed to intensify the fundamental understanding of structure and form developed in earlier classes. The objective is clarity of expression. Attention will be given to anatomy, conceptualizing form and troubleshooting difficult poses. We will work on the description of form and design with tone in longer, more complete drawings with emphasis on integration of the parts, compositional structure and anatomical relationship.

STORYBOARDING
12 Wednesday nights, SEPTEMBER 16 - DECEMBER 9, 7 - 10pm. Fee: $180.
Principles of story structure and visual storytelling for television and feature animation. Exercises stress invention and creativity within the context of a given structure, story mechanics, continuity, staging, gag structure, character, etc. Three storyboard assignments cover a complete range of variables a story artist might encounter. *Some understanding of visual perspective is advised.

LIFE DRAWING
12 Thursday nights, SEPTEMBER 17 - DECEMBER 10, 7 - 10pm. Fee: $180.
A basic foundation figure drawing class. Emphasis on fundamentals of observing, interpreting and describing form. Procedures used in quick sketch, construction and fundamentals of volume and structure. The goal is to develop the ability to draw with skill and imagination.