Roumen Boudev
Specializes In:
Drawing | Painting
M.F.A., National Academy of Arts, Sofia, Bulgaria. Exhibited extensively and received numerous awards throughout the United States, Europe, and Asia. He has 27 individual exhibitions, and his artwork are represented in many museums, corporate and private collections in 25 countries. He has taught art and art history at many academies, colleges, universities, and art centers for 26 years throughout the US and Europe. He has created many projects and commissions, the largest project to date – fresco mural on the ceiling of Townsend Lobby at the Detroit Opera House. He is working in all drawing and painting media, mural painting, printmaking, mixed media, and contemporary art forms.
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Upcoming Sessions
Introduction to Watercolor (Teens Ages 13-18)
Begins: June 23, 9:00 am
1 week, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu & Fri 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Studio D
In this introductory class we will learn the basics of the exciting and so much fun watercolor painting media! We will paint flowers, still life and landscape from both observation and photos. Our goal will be to achieve the form, space, textures and details while exploring the transparency and versatility of this delicate media. Wet-on-wet, layering and glazing watercolor techniques will be introduced by the instructor.
Introduction to Watercolor (Teens Ages 13-18)
Begins: June 23, 1:00 pm
1 week, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu & Fri 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Studio D
In this introductory class we will learn the basics of the exciting and so much fun watercolor painting media! We will paint flowers, still life and landscape from both observation and photos. Our goal will be to achieve the form, space, textures and details while exploring the transparency and versatility of this delicate media. Wet-on-wet, layering and glazing watercolor techniques will be introduced by the instructor.
Perspective Sketches & Drawings: How to Draw Buildings (Teens Ages 13-18)
Begins: June 30, 9:00 am
4 days, Mon, Tue, Wed & Thu 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Studio E
Discover the rules and techniques of linear and atmospheric perspective and learn the basics of one and two-point perspective in a fun art studio environment! We will explore simple objects, interior and cityscape while learning how to draw buildings properly. We will focus on accurately depicting simple forms, architectural elements, and structures.
Still Life Drawing or Painting (Teens Ages 13-18)
Begins: July 7, 9:00 am
1 week, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu & Fri 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Studio E
In this fun introductory class, we will learn the fundamentals of painting! We will paint simple objects, flowers and drapery directly from observation. We will learn how to draw and paint all the forms, textures and details and how to create a three-dimensional space, while using cool and warm colors and exploring the delicacy and versatility of the watercolor media
Introduction to Acrylic Painting
Begins: July 8, 6:30 pm
4 weeks, Tue 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Great Room
Discover the ease and versatility of acrylic paints in a friendly and fun atmosphere! In the first project, we will learn the fundamentals of drawing, color mixing, basic color theory, and paint application while painting a still life from observation. For subsequent projects, such as landscapes or compositions, the students will use their own photo references, and the instructor will work individually with each student to develop their artistic skills and personal approach.
Figure Drawing
Begins: July 10, 6:30 pm
4 weeks, Thu 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Great Room
Are you excited about learning the traditional methods of depicting the human figure based on observation while drawing from a nude model? This is your class and you will gain an understanding of human anatomy from simple geometric forms to complex structures of the body.
Drawing Outside of the Box (Teens Ages 13-18)
Begins: July 14, 9:00 am
1 week, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu & Fri 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Library
This introductory class will be so much fun, and the students will discover the elements and principles of drawing while learning how to depict the light and the shadow. Working from both observation and imagination, we will explore simple objects, cubes, drapery and plaster casts. Using pencil, kneaded eraser and blending stumps, we will create very well-balanced compositions, rich in details, textures and patterns.
The Magic of Acrylic Painting (Teens Ages 13-18)
Begins: July 21, 9:00 am
1 week, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu & Fri 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Studio D
Discover the ease and versatility of acrylic paints in a friendly and fun atmosphere! In the first project, a simple still life, we will learn the fundamentals of drawing, color mixing, basic color theory, and paint application while painting directly from observation. For the next two landscapes projects, the students will use their own photo references.
Learn to Draw from Life (Ages 13-18)
Begins: July 28, 9:00 am
1 week, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu & Fri 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Drawing Studio
Using Pencil and charcoal, students will learn to draw accurately creating a 3D image. We will begin by using common objects with smooth surfaces and work towards textures. Students will explore drawing on toned papers using a variety of materials.
Painting Fundamentals: All Media
Begins: August 12, 9:00 am
4 weeks, Tue 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Great Room
Learn about the traditional and contemporary all media painting techniques in an exciting painting studio atmosphere! In this painting class, we will learn the fundamentals of composition, sketching, basic color theory, mixing colors, and color application during our work in a painting medium of your choice (oil, acrylic, watercolor, pastel, gouache, tempera, mixed media). We will learn everything about the specific surfaces, paints, methods, and creative techniques. Our students will create their own artwo
Introduction to Acrylic Painting
Begins: August 12, 6:30 pm
4 weeks, Tue 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Studio D & E
Discover the ease and versatility of acrylic paints in a friendly and fun atmosphere! In the first project, we will learn the fundamentals of drawing, color mixing, basic color theory, and paint application while painting a still life from observation. For subsequent projects, such as landscapes or compositions, the students will use their own photo references, and the instructor will work individually with each student to develop their artistic skills and personal approach.
Fundamentals of Drawing
Begins: August 14, 9:00 am
4 weeks, Thu 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Great Room
Enjoy fun in the art studio while drawing from observation and photos and learn the traditional and contemporary methods of depicting three-dimensional forms, space, textures, patterns, and realistic details.
Figure Drawing
Begins: August 14, 6:30 pm
4 weeks, Thu 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Great Room
Are you excited about learning the traditional methods of depicting the human figure based on observation while drawing from a nude model? This is your class and you will gain an understanding of human anatomy from simple geometric forms to complex structures of the body.
Advanced Drawing
Begins: August 15, 9:00 am
4 weeks, Fri 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Studio A
Learn the masters’ advanced methods, materials, and techniques and create your unique drawings! With many demonstrations, lessons, presentations, and critiques provided by the instructor, the students will be able to develop hyper realistic details and fully 3D effect, while exploring still life, landscape, and plaster cast.
Advanced Painting
Begins: August 15, 1:00 pm
4 weeks, Fri 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Studio A
Come to our friendly painting studio to create, experiment, and have fun! Continue learning advanced methods and techniques while focusing on your unique individual approach and style. Working in either representational or non-representational styles, we will learn about exciting techniques such as glazing, direct paint, and impasto. Course emphasizes in the interaction of color and form, the rules of composition, developing a personal palette, and individual expression. All painting media and mixed media a
Painting Fundamentals: All Media
Begins: September 9, 9:00 am
4 weeks, Tue 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Great Room
Learn about the traditional and contemporary all media painting techniques in an exciting painting studio atmosphere! In this painting class, we will learn the fundamentals of composition, sketching, basic color theory, mixing colors, and color application during our work in a painting medium of your choice (oil, acrylic, watercolor, pastel, gouache, tempera, mixed media). We will learn everything about the specific surfaces, paints, methods, and creative techniques. Our students will create their own artwo
Introduction to Acrylic Painting
Begins: September 9, 6:30 pm
4 weeks, Tue 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Studio D & E
Discover the ease and versatility of acrylic paints in a friendly and fun atmosphere! In the first project, we will learn the fundamentals of drawing, color mixing, basic color theory, and paint application while painting a still life from observation. For subsequent projects, such as landscapes or compositions, the students will use their own photo references, and the instructor will work individually with each student to develop their artistic skills and personal approach.
Fundamentals of Drawing
Begins: September 11, 9:00 am
4 weeks, Thu 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Drawing Studio
Enjoy fun in the art studio while drawing from observation and photos and learn the traditional and contemporary methods of depicting three-dimensional forms, space, textures, patterns, and realistic details.
Figure Drawing
Begins: September 11, 6:30 pm
4 weeks, Thu 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Great Room
Are you excited about learning the traditional methods of depicting the human figure based on observation while drawing from a nude model? This is your class and you will gain an understanding of human anatomy from simple geometric forms to complex structures of the body.
Advanced Drawing
Begins: September 12, 9:00 am
4 weeks, Fri 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Studio A
Learn the masters’ advanced methods, materials, and techniques and create your unique drawings! With many demonstrations, lessons, presentations, and critiques provided by the instructor, the students will be able to develop hyper realistic details and fully 3D effect, while exploring still life, landscape, and plaster cast.
