This course introduces students to a professional studio environment. They will practice observational drawing from unclothed models each week and establish a foundation from which to take their art to the next level.
Life Drawing
Course details
Dates
Saturdays 2 May – 4 July 2026
Times
10:00 – 13:00
Duration
10 sessions
Fees
£245.00
Location
Shoreditch studios
Overview
Summer Term courses will open for booking on Saturday 14 March at 3pm.
The course introduces students to a multitude of techniques to improve fluency and accuracy; the first session focuses on how to draw at an easel and develop hand-eye coordination and speed. Each week students will increase their skill in using line, tone and colour to create the three-dimensional form.
As the course progresses students will develop knowledge and understanding of proportion, foreshortening and how to draw the anatomy. Across the term, students will have the chance to work in an experimental and gestural manner, developing their visual language.
In the final weeks students are able to consider scale and composition and will have refined not just their figure drawing but their picture-making. Whilst the course focuses on exploring the possibilities with graphite and charcoal, other materials (including ink and pastel) will be introduced throughout.
Who is it for
This course is particularly useful for those making portfolios for applications to art and design courses at University level. Many universities specifically ask for examples of observational drawings. Our tutors can offer help and advice with applications.
What’s provided
All materials for classes are supplied.
What to bring
Please wear suitable clothes for art making.
Concessions
The School is committed to making all courses affordable and available to all, regardless of background or circumstance.
We offer 50% and 100% means-tested scholarships to students with a passion for drawing and a commitment to regular attendance.
Read more and apply for a scholarship on the Young Artists page.