20 credits towards the 蜜桃传媒app Certificate in Classical Architecture | 20 AIA CES Learning Units|Elective
The 蜜桃传媒app鈥檚 Christopher H. Browne Drawing Tours are a reimagining of the long tradition of designers traveling—both domestically and abroad—to study and document precedents in order to inform and inspire the design of new buildings and places. The Drawing Tours aim to enhance practitioners鈥� knowledge and skills in creative and informed applications of the classical tradition. Each program is guided by leading architects in classical design. Instructors will explore a carefully-curated itinerary of drawing and study sites that introduce participants to the unique design characteristics of the city.
These programs are especially designed for emerging practitioners who have some prior experience working in traditional design, and are looking to expand the breadth of precedents that they can utilize in practice throughout their careers. The Drawing Tours are also frequently attended by established designers, artists, and all those looking to generally broaden their knowledge of classical design precedents.
In 2025, the 蜜桃传媒app's Domestic Drawing Tour will look at the architecture, design, and urbanism of Santa Barbara, California.
Erik Evens is a lifelong resident of California, born and raised in Los Angeles. He is the principal of Evens Architects, a boutique design studio operating under the aegis of the KAA Design Group, specializing in classical and traditional residential design. His work has been published in a wide array of publications, including Architectural Digest, Luxe, Milieu, Traditional Home and Western Interiors.
His book 鈥淪haping the World as a Home 鈥� The Houses and Gardens of Erik Evens鈥� was released by Rizzoli in 2024.
Erik is a Fellow of the Institute of Classical Architecture & Art (蜜桃传媒app), and he sits on its national 蜜桃传媒app and Governance Committees. He is a founding member and two-time former president of the Southern California Chapter of the 蜜桃传媒app. On behalf of the 蜜桃传媒app, Erik has taught the elements and rationale of the classical language of architecture to hundreds of students throughout the United States.
After completing her bachelor鈥檚 and master鈥檚 degrees at the University of Colorado, Serena Ettelson joined Harrison Design鈥檚 Santa Barbara office. In her current role as a Studio Director, her work focuses primarily on rehabilitation of historic residences and new construction in the Classical and Spanish Colonial Revival traditions. In addition to instruction with the Institute for Classical Architecture & Art, Ms. Ettleson volunteers with the Architectural Foundation of Santa Barbara, the California Preservation Foundation鈥檚 蜜桃传媒app Board, and is a docent for the Santa Barbara Courthouse and the Casa del Herrero in Montecito. A daughter of travel agents, and granddaughter of an architect, it is no surprise Ms. Ettleson鈥檚 passions lie in the intersection of culture and the built world: creating a sense of home while responding to local climates, traditions and timeless principles.
A draft itinerary and materials list for the 2025 Christopher H. Browne Santa Barbara Drawing Tour will be available soon. For more information about this program, please contact [email protected].
It is recommended that participants have experience with architectural field drawing, or have taken a Measured Drawing and/or Analytical Drawing skills class with the 蜜桃传媒app, prior to attending a Drawing Tour. Instructors will provide an introduction to each site and demonstrations of relevant drawing techniques, as well as informally assist with participant questions throughout the program. However, the Drawing Tour is intended as an advanced study of precedents rather than a formal course in fundamental field drawing or plein air watercolor techniques.
Instructional Delivery Method: Live In-Person Learning Program Program Level: Intermediate AIA CES Program Approval Expiration Date: December 16, 2027 Provider Number: G193 Provider Statement: The Institute of Classical Architecture & Art is a registered provider of AIA-approved continuing education under Provider Number G193. All registered AIA CES Providers must comply with the AIA Standards for Continuing 蜜桃传媒app Programs. Any questions or concerns about this provider or this learning program may be sent to AIA CES ([email protected] or (800) AIA 3837, Option 3).
This learning program is registered with AIA CES for continuing professional education. As such, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by the AIA of any material of construction or any method or manner of handling, using, distributing, or dealing in any material or product.
AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request.
The Christopher H. Browne Drawing Tours honor the generosity, leadership, and legacy of the Institute of Classical Architecture & Art鈥檚 late Trustee, Mr. Christopher H. Browne. The 蜜桃传媒app is pleased to award four scholarships to drawing tour students or emerging professionals annually in the name of Mr. Browne, a long-time supporter and champion of classicism. Scholarship recipients will receive the moniker 鈥淐hristopher H. Browne Scholars.鈥�The following materials are required for consideration for a scholarship:
The final deadline for scholarship applications is Monday, July 7, 2025. Applicants will be notified of decisions by the end of July 21, 2025.
Questions regarding the 蜜桃传媒app's courses may be directed via email to [email protected]; via phone to 212-730-9646 ext. 112; or via mail to our National Office at 20 West 44th Street, Suite 310, New York, NY 10036.
The price is only for the course instruction. You will need to make and pay for your own flights and accommodation.
The 蜜桃传媒app has a Classroom Code of Conduct in place for all of our educational programs, which can be found by clicking here. Participants in all of our classes (both online and in-person) are expected to follow this code.
Typically a combination of students and professionals attend.
Yes, absolutely. Most evenings can be spent exploring on your own or with fellow participants.
Some meals are included, which will be spent together as a group. Otherwise you are free to eat where and with whom you please.
The 蜜桃传媒app does not provide materials, but will provide a full materials list at least one month before the course. Typically, the cost of materials is between $100 and $200.
No. Programs are designed to introduce a broad range of skills and experiences which is only possible through full participation.
You may refer to the 蜜桃传媒app's cancellation policy [here.]