Speakers:

[Speaker 1]: Julia

[Speaker 2]: Abby

• Julia and Abby have just arrived at their first session of a summer art class. The room is busy with students setting up their supplies, and the teacher hasn't started yet.

• Julia notices Abby sitting next to her and decides to introduce herself with a friendly greeting.

• Julia asks if Abby is new, and they each share their experience with art classes and what they hope to learn.

• They mention what kinds of art they enjoy (drawing, painting) to find common ground and keep the conversation going.

[Julia]: Hi, I'm Julia. Is this your first time at this art class?

[Abby]: Hi Julia! Yeah, it is. I'm Abby. Are you new too?

[Julia]:Yep, first time here. I’ve done a little drawing before but not much painting.

[Abby]: Same! I usually just doodle at home, so I’m excited to try something different.

[Julia]: What kind of things do you like to draw?

[Abby]: Mostly animals, but sometimes I try landscapes too. What about you?

[Julia]: I love drawing people, but I really want to get better at colors and shading.

[Abby]: Maybe we’ll both pick up some new tricks this summer!