Pencil Drawing Class

Begin your creative journey with a beginner pencil drawing class in Chicago.



2 hours Location Rogers Park Class size 1 to 6 (public classes), 1 to 3   $50

Learn how to draw with pencils in this beginner-friendly art class in Chicago. Whether you’ve never picked up a pencil before or you’re looking to reconnect with your creativity and your inner child, you’ll explore the basics of art through points, lines, and shapes in a relaxed and welcoming space.
In this hands-on drawing workshop, you’ll learn how to choose and use different pencils, sharpen them with sandpaper for precision, and bring your blank page to life with engaging, interactive exercises. You’ll also explore a variety of shading techniques to add depth and dimension to your work.
Not sure if you have the “right” skills? That’s the beauty of it -- you don’t need them. All you need is curiosity, a little courage, and the willingness to try something new. Join us in Chicago for a creative escape and start your own art journey!

Upcoming dates for Pencil Drawing Class

Times are Chicago time. Dates and prices as of 14 Nov 2026, 5:44pm; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

117 upcoming dates between 20 Nov 2026 and 26 Dec 2027.

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What you'll get
Paper, pencil, and drawing exercises!
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Knowledge required
Perfect for beginners.
What to bring
Sketchbook
Location

The Coffee Studio, North Clark Street, Chicago, IL

Pencil Drawing Class location
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Recent reviews of Pencil Drawing Class

  • 5/5 from Dominic Tortorice, attended May 2026: Geanina was a very kind and knowledgeable teacher. We had a great time in our session and learned a lot.
  • 5/5 from Umair Yusufi, attended Feb 2026: I had a truly wonderful experience at the workshop with Geanina. She is an incredibly talented artist and a fantastic instructor. The drawing exercises were thoughtfully structured and very engaging, making the entire session both enjoyable and enriching. I had forgotten to bring my sketchbook, and she kindly offered me drawing paper from her own collection, which I deeply appreciated! She was extremely thorough in explaining all the details especially the history of pencil which I enjoyed a lot! It was an inspiring workshop, and I would highly recommend everyone to have this opportunity to learn from her!
  • 5/5 from Bairbre Connolly, attended Jan 2026: Geanina is wonderful, and so knowledgeable!! My partner and I had a great time :-)
  • 5/5 from Molly Giese, attended Jan 2026: My partner and I attended Geanina's intro to drawing class at a local coffee shop. She was kind patient and very knowledgeable. We learned about the correct tools and tool care for beginning drawers, and got to learn about and practice multiple basic exercises to get our feet wet. I'm considering a other class to continue to build my basic knowledge, it was a great time!
Your teacher

Mariart
Mariart

5.0 (5)
female Women-owned

As a traditional artist I love to express myself through art and represent the beauty of each person in a handmade drawing portrait, because every human face and anatomical expression detail tell a story, that I would like to explore through image and beyond that, at a emotional level to find a connection with the viewer, using multiple gray tones and textures. I specialize in graphite pencil on paper working on a personal art technique.
I studied art in Romania, at the “University of Arts “, also I have a degree in art and 3D animation.
I find that teaching other students what I know is very important to me, and fulfilling. Every connection is unique and different and complex.
I teach about drawing mostly, portraits and realism, still nature, human body and art compositions.
My art was featured in a magazine also, Artist Closeup.
I will be happy to meet you!

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