Hosted by the Chicago Midwest Chapter | 6 AIA LUs and 6 credits towards the Certificate in Classical Architecture
This course will introduce the student to a method of sketchbook drawing that is focused on accurately measured drawings of accessible architectural details, drawn-to-scale in a sketchbook. This course will emphasize analytical orthographic drawings of plan, section, elevation and profile. Subject matter for measuring and drawing can range from large-scale urban elements, such as squares, streets, street sections, courtyards, gardens, etc., to small details such as doorways, windows, stairs, ornamental stone carving, column capitals and bases, mouldings, ironwork, millwork, paving, etc.
The location for the lecture and measured drawing exercises will be at the Glessner House, Chicago, designed by H.H. Richardson in 1885-1887. The Glessner House is one of the most architecturally significant American houses of the nineteenth century. The parti is a “U” shaped house, on a corner lot built along the lot lines to allow for a light-filled private courtyard. The exterior is clad in massive ashlar stone, which is contrasted with the courtyard facades that are arranged picturesquely with large grouped windows, turrets, and a variety of roof lines that resemble a medieval street.
In addition to measured drawing exercises, the group will discuss the importance of this house, its urban characteristics and architectural character, and review the various precedents that informed the design and its details.
This event is hosted by an ICAA Chapter. Please check the Chapter website, or contact the Chapter directly, for the most up-to-date details including dates, times, and pricing.