Life Drawing with Theokritos Papadopoulos

About this course

Students draw from a model in a range of short and long poses, with some extended poses continuing across sessions. The course focuses on observation, including colour harmonies, tonal scales, shape, planes, form and space, and their application to working from life. Teaching includes group question-and-answer sessions, demonstrations of technical processes, individual feedback while work is in progress, and group discussion and criticism. Each pose or session concludes with a final critique.

What you'll learn

• Mix colour harmonies and tonal scales from observation
• Recognise shape, planes, form and space in observed subjects
• Apply observations of shape, planes, form and space to life drawing
• Use drawing or painting techniques in response to short and extended poses

Is this course right for you?

The course is intended for beginners through to advanced students. Beginners can work on foundational techniques, while more experienced learners can experiment with ideas and methods. Participation includes group discussions and critiques alongside individual work and tutor feedback.

• Suitable for learners working at different levels, from beginner to advanced
• Includes both shorter poses and longer poses that may continue across sessions

Before you go

• Students should purchase willow charcoal sticks and graphite pencils.
• A small journal is required for self-evaluation.
• A sketchbook is advised for smaller, quicker studies.
• Other drawing or painting materials are an individual choice.
• Regular daily sketchbook practice is strongly recommended.