Drawing Into Painting
Drawing Into Painting
10 Week Part Time Course
Course Details
Course Requirements
No previous experience necessary
Course Attendance
10 week course (or 5 Day introduction)
One class every Thursday or Saturday
Class Duration
6 hours plus a 1-hour lunch break
Class Capacity
Max 8 Students
Class Tutor
Martin Close
Course Fee:
£660 - Pay upfront or monthly (£330 for 5-day introduction)
Course Description
Drawing is essential to be an accurate painter, and these classes will teach you how to draw in a representational style (as it looks in life). Using proven methods that were employed by the old master artists of the Renaissance, you will learn various graphite and charcoal application techniques to develop a high level of draftsmanship. This drawing course is focused on those artists looking to continue into Landscape painting.
What you will learn
How to analyse and create the steps to create accurate drawings
The importance of learning how to see, to draw representationally and impressionistically
How to get proportional accuracy, shape, true values and mass
Complete a series of Barque drawing studies (2D study reference)
A simple introduction to The Golden Section and understanding the harmonics of composition
Seascape and landscape studies in charcoal
Complete simple Imprimatura paintings
Student Testimonials
“I’ve just completed the drawing course, and the experience was superb. I had not touched charcoals for nearly 30 years, so the calm atmosphere, techniques and teaching pointers allowed me to re-discover my passion for art. I highly recommend this school.”
“This course is a real opportunity to learn to draw. I now understand why an exceptional painting starts with being able to execute an exceptional drawing. Going back to basics and relearning this traditional way has transformed the quality of my artwork from amateur to professional. Fantastic tutors, enjoyable nurturing environment.”
Book Your Course
Available Dates
Winter Course: January 2024 to March 2024 - PLEASE NOTE This class is only running for 5 weeks.
Spring Course: TBC
Summer Course: Not available. See Masterclasses
Autumn Course: TBC
Got question?
We’re here to help. Please take a look at our FAQ’s or feel free to contact us
Course FAQ's
Who is this course suitable for?
Anyone aged 10 and over
Are any materials included?
We do provide the paper and You will require an HB drawing pencil or technical pencil and some willow charcoa. When you start to paint the tutor will explain which paints brushes and canvases to purchase to ensure best quality and price.
Can I skip this drawing course and go straight to painting?
We strongly recommend you start with this course and don’t start with painting. However, if it becomes clear you would benefit from progressing into painting during this course we can switch you over. It is on the same day.
I am an experienced artist, is this course right for me?
If you are looking at covering these basics, if you didn’t get taught this historically or if you're new to oil painting, then we would say yes.
I’m doing GCSE/A’Level Art / building a portfolio, will this course be helpful?
Yes, learning to draw is a huge help and confidence boost to the national curriculum. We will happily support students to build their portfolios