Life Drawing and Anatomy: Mechanics of the Human Form

About this course

The course uses life drawing and anatomy to examine the structure of the human body, helping participants look at the figure more closely and understand it in greater depth. Its focus is on observing the body's structure as a basis for clearer figure drawing. The course is open to artists, creatives and image-makers at different levels of experience.

What you'll learn

• Examine the structure of the human body in relation to life drawing
• Observe the figure with greater clarity
• Develop a deeper understanding of the body's structure

Is this course right for you?

The course is intended for artists, creatives and image-makers at all levels, including beginners. Its all-levels format indicates that learners at different stages can study the structure of the body through life drawing, without the course being limited to one level of experience.

Before you go

• Easels, drawing boards, charcoal, newsprint and masking tape are provided in the studio.
• Cartridge and watercolour paper are provided.
• Learners are encouraged to bring additional materials for personal use. Suggested materials include drawing pencils, Conté crayons, pastels, ink pens, coloured pencils, erasers, a pencil sharpener and a sketchbook.
• A full materials list is provided before the course begins.