The Process of Using Charcoal with Todd Bachta
Thursdays, Mar. 5 – Apr. 16, 2026 (no class Apr. 2), 6:00-8:00pm
Age/Level: 16+, all levels
Cost: $185 members, $195 non-members
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In this six-session series, you will learn about the versatile drawing medium of charcoal. From its wide range of expressive possibilities to its intricate shading and texture potential. Charcoal has a little bit for everyone. The class will focus on a wipe out technique working in a step by step process using layers to capture a full range of dynamic lighting in your artwork.
About the Teacher
Todd Bachta was born in upstate New York. He is a graduate of the Rochester Institute of Technology where he majored in Illustration/Graphic Design. After graduation, he spent many years working in the advertising world and doing freelance illustration.
He has since received his masters from Syracuse University in Art Education. Todd teaches drawing and painting classes at East Syracuse Minoa High School where he fully enjoys passing on his creative knowledge and experiences with student artists pursuing a career in the art field.
Todd’s artwork has shifted to more fine art subject matter but still maintains the influence of his illustration background. He works in various mediums such as charcoal, pen & ink, and acrylic. Todd’s studio is located in Auburn, NY.
Artwork is available to buy on his website: www.toddbachta.com and also on www.fineartamerica.com.