One Week Holiday Course | Drawing Human Anatomy: A Visual Rhythm
Explore rhythm and movement in the human figure through observational drawing, focusing on balance, structure, gesture, and expressive form to strengthen both technique and imagination
The human figure captivates us with its expressive rhythm, engaging our perception, awareness, and emotional response. This course invites students to explore the dynamic energy within the body and understand how coordinated movement gives the figure its visual rhythm.
Beginning with the skeletal structure, we will study how it supports the mass, shape, and overall balance of the body. Through a mix of short and long poses, students will develop a fresh sensitivity to spatial awareness and gesture in every stance. As the course progresses, we will look at how larger shapes, planes, and muscle groups interact to create a sense of rhythm and form.
Working from observation and memory, you will strengthen hand-eye coordination and build a foundation for expressive and imaginative figure drawing. The goal is not only to improve technical skill, but also to unlock the emotional and kinetic power of the human form.
Who is it for
Beginners welcome. No experience of drawing required.
What’s provided
For studio courses, easels, drawing boards, charcoal, newsprint and masking tape are provided in the studios for free. There is an added paper fee included at the time of booking which covers the use of cartridge and watercolour paper that is provided in the studios.
You are welcome to bring other materials with you. A suggested material list will be sent before the start of your course.
What to bring
A material list will be provided before the course begins.
Here is an example list
Drawing pencils
Conté crayons
Pastels
Ink pens
Coloured pencils
Putty and hard erasers
Pencil sharpener
Sketchbook
Concessions
Unfortunately, we do not offer concessions on our Summer School courses.
All of our course rates are subsidised and we also offer a comprehensive concessions scheme on our term-time courses.
