Drawing - Detailed pencil sketching from natural forms workshop [SSK]

Course intent

Drawing can be daunting, but in this workshop, your tutor will teach you her top tips and tricks to help you improve your drawings quickly. You’ll follow along as your tutor draws in real-time, using a Visualiser, guiding you through every step of the process.

What will I learn?

You will be guided through a series of black and white drawings, learning how to create accurate proportions, shadows, and textures. You will learn how to:

• Break down a complex form into simple shapes.
• Check the proportions of your drawings.
• Add a full range of tones to create realistic light and shadow.
• Recreate textures accurately.
• Use tools to help blend and define your work.

Who is this course for? Is there anything I need to know before joining?

This workshop is aimed at beginners and those wishing to refresh their drawing skills. Students will be guided through each drawing step-by-step, so it is suitable for those who want to become more confident and see an improvement quickly.

What do I need to bring to the first class? Will there be any extra costs?

Learners need to bring:

• Drawing pencils, including HB, 2B and 4B pencils (A set such as this would be ideal: https://www.cassart.co.uk/faber-castell-pitt-graphite-matt-pencils-accessories-set-of-11-free-a4-pad--c/)
• A rubber
• A sharpener
• Paper blending stumps (such as these: https://www.cassart.co.uk/loxley-paper-stump-tortillion-assorted-set-of-5--c/)
• Cartridge Paper (Such as this 150gsm pad from Cass Art: https://www.cassart.co.uk/cass-art-cartridge-paper-pad-20-sheets-150gsm-a3/

What can I do when I finish the course?

Learners will feel much more confident in their drawing abilities and will be able to draw a range of subjects. You can enrol on another drawing course in the Autumn term to continue your creative journey. Or try out life drawing Saturday workshops.

Additional information

We welcome learners with additional needs and disabilities. When you enrol, please let us know if you would like to discuss your extra support needs with a member of the Supported Learning Team who will then contact you as soon as possible. If you are enrolling within 10 days of the course start date, we may not be able to contact you before your first class.

How to enrol

Our courses are for adult learners aged 19 or over. If you are under 19, please call 0300 200 1044.

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