Figure in the Landscape

In this course students will work with a model in a different location each week, taking in the best of London’s landscapes, both natural and urban.
  • Drawing Open Space
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Course details

Dates

Thursdays
30 Apr – 2 Jul 2026

Times

10:00 – 17:00

Duration

10 sessions

Fees

£478.00 Concessions available

Location

Parks & urban spaces

Tutors

Paul Patrick Fenner

Julian Vilarrubi

Overview

The idea of the figure in the landscape, the encounter between human being and the unbounded space of nature, is seen across the history of European painting. We might think of Poussin’s classical scenarios, Patinir’s Northern hermits, Manet’s lunch on the grass (and Picasso’s riffs on it), Jack Yeats’ stricken figures and Jeffrey Camp’s lovers above the Thames. 

Combining the focus of the life room with the unpredictable outside, these sessions will encourage students to investigate scale, gesture, expression, sequence, and narrative, in a variety of responses.  

Students will work in both colour and monochrome exploring a range of different drawing media. 

Who is it for

Artists, creatives and image-makers of all levels welcome, including beginners. 

What’s provided

For our courses being held out and about, you will need to bring your own paper and materials with you. You will be sent a suggested material list before the start of the course.   

What to bring

This is an example list of what may be needed; a full material lists will be provided one week before your course begins. Our suggestions include:

-Drawing Pencils
-Conté Crayons 
-Pastels
-Ink Pens  
-Coloured Pencils  
-Putty and Hard Erasers  
-Pencil Sharpener
-Sketchbook

Appropriate clothes for wet weather just in case

Concessions

We offer a range of discounts. To apply, email admin@royaldrawingschool.org with the required proof. Please wait for confirmation before booking.

Available discounts

  • NHS Staff: 20%
    Send a photo of your NHS staff badge.
  • Full-time Fine Art BA Students: 75%
    Students on design or applied arts degrees may also be eligible. Send your student ID and proof of enrolment.
  • Art and Design Teachers and tutors, from Primary and Secondary to Further and Higher Education: 50%
    Send a letter from your headteacher, dean, or head of art department on headed paper.
  • Jobseekers: 50%
    Send a recent DWP or JobCentre Plus letter confirming you receive Jobseeker’s Allowance. Appointment booklets are not accepted.
  • Disability Benefit Recipients: 50%
    Send proof that you currently receive this allowance.
  • Tower Hamlets and Hackney Residents: 25% (Shoreditch courses only)
    Send a copy of your most recent council tax bill.
  • Tower Hamlets and Hackney Businesses: 25% (Shoreditch courses only)
    Send a staff ID, business card or a letter from your line manager.
  • Over 60s: 10%
    Send a photo ID as proof of age.
  • Alumni: Postgraduate Programme or Foundation Year: 50% off short courses
    Online Drawing Development Year: 50% off online short courses

Before you apply

  • Documents must be dated within the last 6 months (or 12 months for council tax)
  • Your name must be clearly visible
  • Accepted file formats: PDF, JPG, DOC or DOCX

All our courses are subsidised.

Tutors

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Paul Patrick Fenner

Tutor, Drawing Year Alumnus, 2012

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Julian Vilarrubi

Tutor