DRAWING FOR BEGINNERS – WEEKEND
£220 per person
Accuracy of observation and accuracy of representation are the bedrock of visual arts whichever visual art form you may choose.
For beginners or those in need of a comprehensive refresher, this structured course will introduce you to four key observational and drawing techniques that will get you drawing with confidence. You will be introduced to the basics of how to observe and accurately record proportion, spatial and shape relationships and tonal values that combine to give your drawings form and energy.
Working from still life arrangements, you will be taught each technique through a series of drawing exercises and tutor demonstrations, from taking control of the size and positioning of your drawing on the page to the effective application of tone to enhance form.
There are short group assessments at key stages throughout the course and individual style and experimentation is encouraged. You will also have the opportunity to explore mark making by working with different drawing materials on paper.
With a maximum of 6 students, you will receive plenty of input and guidance. The observational and drawing knowledge you will gain through hands-on practice will enable you to continue improving your drawing accuracy well into the future.
Location
Situated in Lewes in the heart of the East Sussex countryside. Full details given when you book.
Class dates
2026 – MAY. Saturday 9th / Sunday 10th
2026 – OCTOBER. Saturday 17th / Sunday 18th
Times
Starting at 10am and finishing at 4pm with tea/coffee breaks at mid-morning and mid-afternoon and a 1-hour lunch break between 1and 2pm.
Lunch
A home-made vegetarian lunch will be served and would typically be soup and artisan bread with cake to finish. Teas and coffee will be served during morning, lunch and afternoon breaks.
Please note that we are not able to cater for any food allergies but you are welcome to bring your own packed lunch.
Parking
Free parking is available.
Materials provided
The course includes a 2B and 4B pencil, willow charcoal and A2 cartridge paper. Pencil erasers, sharpeners, easels and A2 drawing boards are also available for each student.
This is everything you need to complete the course but do feel free to bring your own drawing materials if you wish.
Bookings and enquiries
Please contact me by email or phone for bookings, payment and enquiries.
Please note that all courses must be paid for in advance to confirm your booking.
A full refund will be made if the course has to be cancelled or if you cancel giving a minimum of 14 days’ notice.
Group bookings welcomed and one-to-one tutoring also offered.
andrewfitchett48@gmail.com 07594 152148