Art History in Practice - Transcultural Art Space

“Where learning about art becomes an act of creation.”

Developed by Dr. Mohsen Veysi, Art History in Practice is a unique educational approach that bridges art history and studio practice, transforming the study of art into a creative process. These workshops invite participants to explore ideas, materials, and techniques from both historical and contemporary art, understanding them not as distant subjects but as living, evolving sources of insight and inspiration.

Designed for artists, educators, and creative thinkers, each session blends critical reflection with hands-on making, showing how art theory and visual culture can directly inform and transform creative practice. Through guided discussions, visual analysis, and studio experimentation, participants learn to translate concepts into form — discovering new ways to engage with art’s meanings and methods.

Courses are flexible in format and duration, offered both in-person and online, ranging from 7 to 15 weeks. Whether you’re looking to deepen your practice, enrich your teaching, or bridge the gap between thinking and making, Art History in Practice provides a space where ideas become action and theory becomes creation.

To register, contact us to discuss your goals, scheduling preferences, and preferred format. We’ll guide you through the available options and complete your registration.

Note: Tuition, registration, and cancellation/withdrawal policies can be found in the accordions at the bottom of this page.

Classical Drawing: History & Practice

“Explore drawing from the Renaissance to Realism, focusing on technique, observation, and timeless craftsmanship.”

This hands-on course explores the evolution of drawing from the Renaissance through the end of Realism, emphasizing foundational techniques, materials, and approaches that have shaped Western art. Through guided image presentations and practical projects, students will engage with historical methods and apply them in their own work. Lessons cover both representational and observational drawing, encouraging skill development and a deep understanding of classical approaches. The course concludes with a project where students integrate learned techniques into personal compositions, fostering technical mastery and creative expression.

Duration: 15 weeks
Format: Online (Live on Zoom) or In-Person (subject to availability)
Schedule: Flexible — sessions arranged individually or in small groups
Tuition: $750 USD – Cycle 1 (Dec 1, 2025 – Mar 31, 2026), (All prices are final — no additional taxes apply.)
Enrollment: Open to individual or small-group participants

Modern Drawing: History & Practice

“Trace how modern artists transformed drawing from observation to abstraction, blending tradition with experimentation.”

Explore the evolution of drawing from the late 19th century through the mid-20th century, focusing on the techniques, ideas, and approaches of modern artists. Through lectures on key movements and analysis of masterworks, students will gain insight into the styles that shaped modern drawing. Weekly hands-on projects encourage experimentation with diverse materials and subjects, spanning representation to abstraction. The course concludes with a final project inspired by a selected movement or artist, fostering both technical skill and personal expression.

Contemporary Drawing: History & Practice

“Explore how contemporary artists expand drawing beyond paper, merging concept, process, and visual innovation.”

Discover the evolution of drawing from the 1960s to the present, focusing on how contemporary artists use drawing for expression, experimentation, and conceptual exploration. Through lectures and image presentations, students will examine influential artists who have expanded the boundaries of drawing in innovative ways. Weekly hands-on projects encourage a range of techniques and materials, from traditional to mixed and experimental media. The course concludes with a final project reflecting each student’s personal engagement with contemporary approaches and ideas.

Drawing: An Expressive Approach

“Unleash the emotional power of line and form, creating drawings that emphasize energy, movement, and texture.”

Explore the expressive power of drawing through material, gesture, and emotion. This course investigates how artists have used line, texture, and movement to convey feeling and energy, from early modern Expressionists to contemporary experimental practitioners. Students will study key works and techniques that push the boundaries of dry, wet, and mixed media, combining theoretical insight with practical exercises. The course culminates in a final project inspired by the expressive traditions of the Expressionist and Neo-Expressionist movements, encouraging each participant to develop a personal visual language.

Drawing: Six Weeks, Six Artists

“Journey through six artists across history, studying their methods and transforming them into your own creative voice.”

Discover the evolution of drawing through the vision and techniques of six influential artists across art history: Leonardo da Vinci (Renaissance), Rembrandt van Rijn (Baroque), Eugène Delacroix (Romanticism), Honoré Daumier (Realism/Caricature), Paul Klee (Modernism), and William Kentridge (Contemporary Art).

Each week focuses on one artist — exploring their life, philosophy, and distinctive approach to drawing through illustrated lectures and hands-on studio sessions. Students will experiment with a variety of materials and methods, from Da Vinci’s anatomical studies to Kentridge’s expressive and multimedia processes.

Through in-class drawing, individual and group critiques, and weekly assignments, participants will gain both technical insight and creative inspiration. The course bridges art history and practice, encouraging students to reinterpret historical techniques within their own contemporary voice.

Duration: 7 weeks
Format: Online (Live on Zoom) or In-Person (subject to availability)
Schedule: Flexible — sessions arranged individually or in small groups
Tuition: $450 USD – Cycle 1 (Dec 1, 2025 – Mar 31, 2026), (All prices are final — no additional taxes apply.)
Enrollment: Open to individual or small-group participants

Drawing from the Renaissance

“Rediscover the roots of drawing through Renaissance masters, exploring gesture, perspective, and the play of light.”

Embark on a creative journey through the Renaissance by studying six influential artists and their distinctive approaches to drawing. This course explores how masters such as Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Raphael transformed drawing into a foundation for artistic innovation and intellectual inquiry.

Students will learn key techniques including gesture drawing, chiaroscuro, linear perspective, and expressive anatomy, while working with traditional materials such as graphite, charcoal, and ink. Each session combines historical insight with hands-on practice, inviting participants to engage deeply with Renaissance ideas of observation, proportion, and emotion.

Drawing from Mannerism

“Explore the expressive distortions, elegant exaggerations, and dramatic movement that defined Mannerist drawing.”

This course introduces the distinctive visual language of Mannerism, studying artists such as Pontormo, Rosso Fiorentino, and Parmigianino. Students will examine elongated proportions, dynamic poses, artificial elegance, and emotional tension—hallmarks of the period’s inventive style.

Through guided exercises using graphite, charcoal, and ink, participants will practice creating expressive figures, stylized compositions, and heightened gestures inspired by Mannerist masters. Historical context is paired with hands-on studio work to encourage both understanding and creative interpretation.

Duration: 7 weeks
Format: Online (Live on Zoom) or In-Person (subject to availability)
Schedule: Flexible — individual or small-group sessions
Tuition: $450 USD – Cycle 1 (Dec 1, 2025 – Mar 31, 2026)
Enrollment: Open to individual or small-group participants

Drawing from Baroque

“Discover the drama, grandeur, and expressive intensity that defined Baroque drawing, full of movement and emotion.”

This course explores the rich visual language of Baroque drawing, focusing on artists such as Rembrandt, Nicolas Poussin, and other masters of the 17th century. Students will study dynamic compositions, dramatic light and shadow, and the powerful interplay of movement and emotion that characterize the period.

Through guided exercises using graphite, charcoal, and ink, participants will practice capturing expressive gestures, flowing drapery, and striking contrasts, combining historical techniques with their own creative interpretation. Historical context is paired with hands-on studio work to deepen understanding and skill.

Drawing from Rococo

“Discover the elegance and lighthearted charm of Rococo drawing, with delicate gestures and graceful movement.”

This course examines the refined and decorative style of Rococo drawing, focusing on artists such as François Boucher, Jean-Honoré Fragonard, and other masters of 18th-century France. Students will study graceful figures, flowing lines, ornate compositions, and the light, airy qualities that characterize the period.

Through guided exercises using graphite, charcoal, and ink, participants will practice capturing elegance, subtle gestures, and decorative detail while pairing historical techniques with personal interpretation. Hands-on studio work is combined with historical context to deepen both understanding and creative skill.

Drawing from Neoclassicism

“Explore the clarity, balance, and elegance of Neoclassical drawing, where form and proportion define each composition.”

This course focuses on the refined and structured approach of Neoclassical drawing, studying artists such as Jacques-Louis David, Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres, and other masters of the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Students will examine clean lines, harmonious proportions, and carefully composed figures that embody the ideals of classical beauty.

Through guided exercises using graphite, charcoal, and ink, participants will practice precise draftsmanship, careful shading, and compositional balance. Historical context is paired with hands-on studio work to develop both technical skill and an understanding of the period’s aesthetic principles.

Drawing from Romanticism

“Experience the passion, drama, and freedom of Romantic drawing, where emotion and imagination shape every line.”

This course explores the emotive and imaginative qualities of Romantic drawing, focusing on artists such as Eugène Delacroix, Francisco Goya, and J.M.W. Turner. Students will study expressive gestures, dramatic compositions, and bold contrasts that convey intense feeling and movement.

Through guided exercises using graphite, charcoal, and ink, participants will practice capturing emotion, dynamic poses, and atmospheric effects. Historical context is paired with hands-on studio work to encourage both technical skill and personal creative expression.

Drawing from Realism

“Discover the truth, detail, and observational clarity of Realist drawing, where careful study of life informs every mark.”

This course explores the precise and observational approach of Realist drawing, focusing on artists such as Gustave Courbet, Jean-François Millet, and other 19th-century masters. Students will study accurate proportions, careful shading, and faithful representation of light, texture, and form.

Through guided exercises using graphite, charcoal, and ink, participants will practice capturing realistic figures, objects, and landscapes while pairing historical techniques with personal observation. Historical context is combined with hands-on studio work to strengthen both technical skill and visual understanding.

Format: Flexible — Online (Zoom) or In-Person

7 weeks – 3h: $450 USD per person
15 weeks – 3h : $750 USD per person
Returning students → 20% off
(All prices are final — no additional taxes apply.)

before start: Full refund or credit toward next cycle
Withdraw <14 days: 50% refund
During course: Refunds for remaining sessions only if ≥50% of sessions remain; otherwise, no refund
Rescheduling / make-up: Possible if notified in advance, subject to availability

To register for any workshop or course:

Contact Us via email to discuss your preferred schedule, format (online or in-person), and workshop/course length.
We will confirm availability, customize the plan if needed, and provide full instructions for completing your registration.
Once details are agreed upon, you will receive a payment request (invoice or link) to finalize enrollment.
Registration is complete once payment is received.

If you have questions or need guidance choosing the right workshop or course, feel free to reach out.

Registration Notes

Students who have previously studied with Dr. Mohsen Veysi are eligible for a 20% Returning Student Discount.
Tuition is locked for first-cycle registrants — any future price increases will not affect your rate, including the Returning Student Discount.
Sessions are flexible and will be scheduled according to your availability and preferences.