Life Drawing Course London: City Lit

Life drawing

Study lighting, scale, proportion and foreshortening using various drawing materials in relation to the life model. You will experiment and discuss how other artists have used the human body in their work. Basic materials included.

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Key course information

Dates
29/05/12 - 03/07/12

Day(s)
Tue

Duration
5 weeks

Time
10:00 - 17:00

Fees
Full fee: £187
Senior fee: £112
Concession: £83

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
VH463

Availability
Available
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Course outline

What is the course about?

Learning strategies to help you draw the figure more accurately and/or expressively. Exploring ways to approach life drawing, including the use of a variety of materials.

What topics will we cover?

You will be encouraged to adopt the materials and working practice of various artists, and to consider and discuss their approach and attitude to the nude. Using this structure, the course covers basics such as proportion and measurement, composition, tone and lighting, and the development of courage, energy and personal ideas. Materials used will include pencil, charcoal and pastel.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

- draw more accurately from observation
- draw more expressively from observation
- make drawings of the figure in line and tone
- use a variety of drawing materials
- look at, and take inspiration from, the work and practice of a variety of artists.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

Some drawing experience would be helpful (e.g. on the courses 'Drawing 1' or 'Introduction to Life Drawing').

You should be able to follow simple written and verbal instructions, demonstrations, hand-outs and health and safety information, and will be invited to take part in group discussion.

Please look at the rest of the course outline carefully to decide if you may benefit from support in your English and Maths skills to help you to take part fully in this class.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

Short talks and slide talks, practical work, one-to-one tutoring, handouts, group discussion and demonstration.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

All drawing materials are provided. Please wear old clothes.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

You may wish to progress to a life painting class or to attend further classes in life drawing. Life drawings form an important part of a portfolio for access to foundation and degree courses.

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2700

visualarts@citylit.ac.uk

Please email us for advice or call us during these times:

Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays - 9.00 -12.00 & 15:00-18:00

Thursdays - 9.00-12.00

Saturdays - 14.00-17.00

To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.

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Dates	Day(s)	Time	Duration	Fees	Snr	Conc	Code	Availability
23/04/12 to 02/07/12	Mon	18:00 - 21:20	9 weeks	£211	£211	£98	VH460	Full	» Select
26/04/12 to 28/06/12	Thu	14:00 - 17:00	10 weeks	£187	£112	£83	VH461	Started	» Select
27/04/12 to 29/06/12	Fri	10:00 - 13:00	10 weeks	£187	£112	£83	VH462	Full	» Select
29/05/12 to 03/07/12	Tue	10:00 - 17:00	5 weeks	£187	£112	£83	VH463	Available	» Select
09/07/12 to 13/07/12	Mon-Fri	18:00 - 21:00	1 weeks	£117	£117	£64	VH468	Available	» Select
10/09/11 to 15/10/11	Sat	10:30 - 16:30	6 weeks	£218	£139	£104	VH454	Finished	» Select
13/09/11 to 06/12/11	Tue	18:00 - 21:20	13 weeks	£297	£297	N/A	VH453	Finished	» Select
14/09/11 to 16/11/11	Wed	14:00 - 17:00	10 weeks	£187	£112	£83	VH452	Finished	» Select
09/01/12 to 12/03/12	Mon	18:00 - 21:00	10 weeks	£211	£211	£98	VH455	Finished	» Select
10/01/12 to 13/03/12	Tue	18:00 - 21:00	10 weeks	£211	£211	£98	VH456	Finished	» Select
12/01/12 to 09/02/12	Thu	10:00 - 17:00	5 weeks	£187	£112	£83	VH457	Finished	» Select
13/01/12 to 16/03/12	Fri	18:00 - 21:00	10 weeks	£211	£211	£98	VH458	Finished	» Select
18/02/12 to 17/03/12	Sat	10:00 - 17:00	5 weeks	£218	£139	£104	VH459	Finished	» Select

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