Life Drawing Classes

charcoal and chalk drawing of nude female model

Tutored Life Drawing

Tutored Weds Evening Life drawing classes

May course: Weds 1st May to Weds 22nd May (4 weeks)

Time: 7 - 9pm   

​July course: Weds 3rd July to Weds 24th July (4 weeks)

Time: 7 - 9pm

Location: studio 3A Star Brewery, Lewes 

At our evening life drawing sessions, learn how to draw accurately from the life model. Whether you're a beginner or you’re looking to improve your skills, our tutored sessions cater to all skill levels, providing valuable guidance over the 4 week course.

What You'll Learn:

  1. Proportion and Anatomy: Discover how to depict proportions and understand anatomical structure to bring your drawings to life.

  2. Gesture Drawing: Master the art of capturing movement and energy in your sketches. Through quick, gestural drawings.

  3. Contour Drawing: Explore continuous line to hone your observational drawing skills.

  4. Light and Shadow (Chiaroscuro): Learn how to observe and depict the interplay of light and shadow on the model's body.

  5. Proper Use of Materials: From charcoal to graphite, ink to pastels, discover the versatility of different drawing materials.

  6. Composition and Perspective: Learn how to frame your subject within the drawing space and create a sense of depth and realism in your artwork.

  7. Foreshortening: Conquer the challenge of foreshortening with confidence. Explore techniques for accurately representing foreshortened limbs and body parts.

  8. Expressive Mark Making: Experiment with different marks to convey mood, emotion, and texture.

Models are all experienced professional registered RAM models.