Drawing intensive Studio

This three-month course combines tuition, tutorials, and mentoring to support your drawing practice and artistic development; available in person or online.
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Drawing Intensive: Studio
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Drawing Intensive: Studio
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Course details

Deadline

Book by 15 Sept for start in Autumn 2025

Duration

Three months, part-time

Fees

£1770

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Overview

The Drawing Intensive is our three-month part-time course open to any student who wants to progress their artistic practice through a combination of tuition, tutorials and mentoring. Available to study both in person or online, the course is structured yet flexible and is available to book onto for September, January and April. 

The Drawing Intensive is ideal for you if: 

  • You have a specific project you are working towards, e.g. an exhibition 
  • You would like to create a portfolio of artwork for applications to postgraduate courses 
  • You would like to add some drawing to your professional portfolio 
  • You work in an area such as Graphic Design or Illustration and would like to loosen up your art practice  
  • You want to return to your art practice after some time away 
  • You are keen to fire up your art practice and create new habits, e.g. a daily sketchbook routine 
  • You have a short period of time to concentrate on your creative practice and would like to benefit as much as possible from one term. 
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Programme details

As part of a supportive artistic community, students collaborate with peers, exchange critical feedback, and refine their practice in an inspiring environment. Each student will participate in: 

  • Tuition comprising three daytime courses (or 180 hours over 10 weeks) 
  • Two private 1-hour tutorials 
  • Two 1-hour mentoring sessions 
  • A group critique 
  • Creative conversations and lectures 
Tuition
Students personalise their learning programme by choosing three daytime courses (or equivalent) from the in-person term time programme or the online programme. There are over 100 courses to choose from, all taught by our expert faculty of practising artists. Places are offered on a first-come first-served basis. We recommend booking early to avoid disappointment. 
Tutorials & Mentoring

Each student receives four one-to-one sessions throughout the term: 

  • Two tutorials with different members of faculty 
  • Two mentoring sessions with one member of faculty 

These online sessions provide dedicated time to discuss your work, receive tailored feedback, and explore both your recent drawings and wider artistic practice. 

Group Critique
At the end of the term, students participate in a group crit alongside their peers. Led by a faculty member, this session offers an invaluable opportunity to present your work, gain fresh perspectives, and develop critical thinking skills.
Creative Conversations and Lectures
Students enrolled in the Drawing Intensive programme gain access to the Wednesday Evening Creative Conversation Series, curated by art historian and curator Dr. Claudia Tobin. This inspiring online and in-person programme features thought-provoking talks and discussions with leading contemporary artists, art historians, gallerists, curators, and writers. Past speakers have included Maggi Hambling, Cornelia Parker, Tal R, Denzil Forrester, Helen Cammock, and Michael Landy. 

Curriculum

Courses at the School are focused around three core areas: drawing in the studio, drawing from art, and drawing our environment. Students can explore imaginative approaches to observational drawing through the above and from specialised courses. Printmaking is also taught as an extension of drawing. This diverse curriculum encourages experimentation and skill development across different drawing disciplines.

Prefer to study online?

Want the flexibility of studying from home? We run the same course but online. Find out more here...

Drawing Intensive: Online
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How to enrol

There is no application process for this course – students can simply enrol online or phone our Public Programme team on +44(0)20 7613 8568.   

  • The in-person Drawing Intensive is £1770.   
  • The online Drawing Intensive is £1670. 

Please note that concessions are not available on this programme as the fee is already subsidised. The Drawing Intensive is an unaccredited course. 

Once you have booked, the Public Programme team will invite you to make your course selections. The earlier you book your place, the more likely your course choices will be available. 
 
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