Drawing for beginners: intensive

About this course

The course introduces drawing through experimental mark-making, observation and representation of simple object forms. Participants investigate how light affects basic forms, describe tonal values from light to dark, and explore positive and negative space. Teaching combines practical studio work with short demonstrations, one-to-one tutoring and group discussion. Drawing media are used to examine contrasts of shape and tone and to structure simple compositions.

What you'll learn

• Experiment with mark-making and identify the effects of different drawing materials.
• Describe tonal values across a light-to-dark range using drawing media.
• Represent basic forms by observing the effects of light on objects.
• Use contrasts of shape and tone to begin structuring a composition.

Is this course right for you?

The course is intended for learners with little or no previous drawing experience, including those looking for a gradual introduction before a longer course. Participation includes practical studio work, demonstrations, one-to-one tutoring and group discussion.

• Suitable for learners exploring drawing at a basic level.
• Learners should be able to follow simple written and verbal instructions, demonstrations, hand-outs and health and safety information.
• Group discussion forms part of the course.

Before you go

• All drawing materials and resources, including drawing media and paper, are provided.