There will be a different model each week with a variety of poses, both long and short, and students will be given individual guidance as they work.
Bookings for drop-ins will open the week of the session on the Monday and close once the session has begun. If you would like to book with a concession, please contact the office with your proof prior to booking your space.
Please note that there are no refunds for drop-in courses.
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. Any other materials you would like to use please bring with you.
What to bring
You are encouraged to bring your own additional materials for personal use only, to the studio. This is an example list of what may be needed:
Drawing Pencils
Conté Crayons
Pastels
Ink Pens
Coloured Pencils
Putty and Hard Erasers
Pencil Sharpener
Sketchbook
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.
Primary and Secondary Art Teachers: 50% Send a letter from your headteacher or head of art department.
Jobseekers: 50% Send a recent DWP or JobCentre Plus letter confirming you receive Jobseeker’s Allowance or Universal Credit (if out of work). 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)
