The Drawing Course for Beginners

About this course

The course develops drawing from direct observation and photographs, with subjects including landscapes, portraits, objects and photographic images. Participants work on proportion, perspective, line and tonal range while considering examples of historical and contemporary drawing. Most class time is devoted to drawing. Weekly lesson plans, tasks and hand-outs structure the sessions, which combine group tuition, individual tutorials, discussion and tutor feedback. The course also encourages learners to form personal responses to the subjects they study and to maintain a sketchbook.

What you'll learn

• Use pencil, pen, charcoal and erasers in drawing exercises
• Apply a fuller range of tones to drawings
• Improve accuracy when observing and drawing subjects
• Maintain a sketchbook for drawing practice

Is this course right for you?

The course is intended for beginners as well as learners who want to refresh their drawing skills. It suits participants prepared to spend most of each session drawing from observation or photographs, with a mix of group tuition, individual tutorials, discussion and feedback.

• Suitable for learners starting to develop fundamental drawing skills
• Includes both group and one-to-one teaching
• Subjects include landscapes, portraits, objects and photographic images

Before you go

• Participants need to bring an A4 sketchbook or cartridge paper pad.
• Required materials include soft pencils including at least 2B and 4B, a sharpener, an eraser, willow charcoal, coloured pencils or crayons, white chalk, black or coloured inks and a soft brush.
• The classroom is accessible by stairs and lift.