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Explore the creative possibilities of drawing through a series of practical drawing tasks. You will explore techniques that develop key drawing concepts: function of line, tone, texture, form, composition, and mark making. You will investigate spatial relationships through basic measuring and constructing a composition. Relevant examples of work from artists will be discussed in relation to the drawings you are making.
What will we cover?
• Accuracy to represent a form. • Using the components of drawing – line, tone and mark-making. • An introduction to composition and spatial relationships. • The work of other artists’ and practitioners. • Reflect on your own progress and learning.
What will I achieve? By the end of this course you should be able to...
• Use techniques to record subjects accurately from observation. • Begin to make compositional decisions to determine spatial relationships. • Recognise hand and eye co-ordination as something personal as you develop a drawing. • Identify drawing methods and approaches used by a range of relevant artists. • Reflect on your learning in the context of making a drawing.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
This is a course for beginners, no experience is necessary. It is ideal for those new to drawing from observation in a studio environment.
You should be able to follow verbal and written instructions, demonstrations, hand-outs and health and safety information. You may be encouraged to take short written notes for your own use and take part in group discussions.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
• Practical work in the studio • Demonstrations • Presentations and handouts • Individual and group tutoring • Group discussion
This course is supported by Google Classroom as a Virtual Learning Environment. When you log on you will be able to access course material, presentations and handouts etc.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
Basic drawing materials and resources are provided as part of this course, including paper, pencils, charcoal. Students are welcome to bring any additional specialist materials.
Need art supplies? Our partner London Graphic Centre has everything you need from pencil to printing services, at 15% off.
To get 15% LGC discount, students will need to show proof/ confirmation of enrolment of them being a student at City Lit. You can apply in-store or by simply emailing info@londongraphics.co.uk with a scan or photo of relevant confirmation. The student discount does not apply to products that are already discounted or on offer. More information can be found here- https://www.londongraphics.co.uk/student-discounts/.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
A range of courses at City Lit to consider include Drawing 2, Drawing into Painting, Drawing from Plants and Flowers and Drawing into Watercolour painting.
Ruth has taught drawing, painting and mixed media for more than 30 years, at many levels including Further, Higher and Adult Education, all over the country, including Manchester, Birmingham and London. She studied Fine Art at Liverpool and Birmingham Universities and has exhibited diversely, including the Royal Academy in London. As an artist and educator she has an eclectic mix of skills and interests. Drawing is pivotal. Mixed media has become a central focus over the years and her practice has developed towards the interface between Fine Art and Textiles where elements of painting, relief and experimental textiles meet. Coming from a background of accomplished artists and educators’ she has spent many years developing values in educational practice and enabling students to access their own creative potential.
Andrea studied Drawing at Camberwell College and textiles at Morley College, where she also did her teacher training. She has a passion for the macabre and much of her recent practice has focused on drawing animal skulls and skeletons. She has a particular interest in comparative anatomy which led her to devise the Anatomical Life and Portrait Drawing courses at City Lit. Observational drawing is at the core of her practice and she uses it as a means of recording the world around her, be it the clutter of the studio, a music gig or a specimen in a museum. Andrea has an energetic approach to teaching. She is highly communicative and strives to create a positive group dynamic whilst being sensitive to the needs of individual students. This has been enriched by her extensive experience as a life model which she has used as a unique opportunity to observe first-hand the teaching methods and creative processes of many artists and has applied this knowledge to develop her own distinctive teaching style. Examples of her work can be found at www.instagram.com/voiseydrawing
Eleanor develops precarious and fragile forms through drawing, painting and sculpture. The abstracted forms of the sculptures are heavily influenced by drawings of architecture, organic forms and landscape. The work questions the interconnection between personal identity and place. Eleanor spent her formative years in Japan before moving to London. She completed the Drawing Year at the Royal Drawing School in 2008 and the Turps Art School’s Studio Programme in 2018. She has been teaching since 2008. Website: www.elbedlow.co.uk Instagram: @eleanorbedlow
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Luke Jones is a practising artist working in both 2D and 3D, he studied at Chelsea school of art and Norwich School of art (currently called NUA) He has always been fascinated by observational art both in 2D, drawing and painting mostly in oil paint and in sculpture, mostly working with clay modelling and simple casting processes Portraits and figures are the central subjects to most of my current output I’ve undertaken portrait commissions both in paintings and sculptures and I have also worked with theatre making sculptures for a stage play
Please note: We reserve the right to change our tutors from those advertised. This happens rarely, but if it does, we are unable to refund fees due to this. Our tutors may have different teaching styles; however we guarantee a consistent quality of teaching in all our courses.
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Suitable for beginners.• Accuracy to represent a form.<br/>• Using the components of drawing – line, tone and mark-making.<br/>• An introduction to composition and spatial relationships.<br/>• The work of other artists’ and practitioners.<br/>• Reflect on your own progress and learning.• Use techniques to record subjects accurately from observation.<br/>• Begin to make compositional decisions to determine spatial relationships.<br/>• Recognise hand and eye co-ordination as something personal as you develop a drawing.<br/>• Identify drawing methods and approaches used by a range of relevant artists.<br/>• Reflect on your learning in the context of making a drawing.This is a course for beginners, no experience is necessary. It is ideal for those new to drawing from observation in a studio environment.<br/><br/>You should be able to follow verbal and written instructions, demonstrations, hand-outs and health and safety information. You may be encouraged to take short written notes for your own use and take part in group discussions.• Practical work in the studio<br/>• Demonstrations<br/>• Presentations and handouts<br/>• Individual and group tutoring<br/>• Group discussion <br/><br/>This course is supported by Google Classroom as a Virtual Learning Environment. When you log on you will be able to access course material, presentations and handouts etc.Basic drawing materials and resources are provided as part of this course, including paper, pencils, charcoal. Students are welcome to bring any additional specialist materials. <br/><br/>Need art supplies? Our partner London Graphic Centre has everything you need from pencil to printing services, at 15% off.<br/><br/>To get 15% LGC discount, students will need to show proof/ confirmation of enrolment of them being a student at City Lit. You can apply in-store or by simply emailing info@londongraphics.co.uk with a scan or photo of relevant confirmation. The student discount does not apply to products that are already discounted or on offer. More information can be found here- https://www.londongraphics.co.uk/student-discounts/.A range of courses at City Lit to consider include Drawing 2, Drawing into Painting, Drawing from Plants and Flowers and Drawing into Watercolour painting.DrawingDrawing techniques & processesvirtual1172653Drawing 1449449https://www.citylit.ac.uk/media/catalog/product/d/r/drawing_1_value_sc_73_73.jpgInStockDaytimeWedKeeley StreetNo longer available5-10 weeksWeekday2025-11-05T00:00:00+00:00BeginnersNov 2025Art & designVH413449449Drawing 1359292449Ruth Brisondrawing-1/vh413-2526An introduction to drawing from observation through a carefully structured approach in a studio environment. Suitable for beginners.0015-FullStillOpen|2025-11-05 00:00:00Explore the creative possibilities of drawing through a series of practical drawing tasks. 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Suitable for beginners.• Accuracy to represent a form.<br/>• Using the components of drawing – line, tone and mark-making.<br/>• An introduction to composition and spatial relationships.<br/>• The work of other artists’ and practitioners.<br/>• Reflect on your own progress and learning.• Use techniques to record subjects accurately from observation.<br/>• Begin to make compositional decisions to determine spatial relationships.<br/>• Recognise hand and eye co-ordination as something personal as you develop a drawing.<br/>• Identify drawing methods and approaches used by a range of relevant artists.<br/>• Reflect on your learning in the context of making a drawing.This is a course for beginners, no experience is necessary. It is ideal for those new to drawing from observation in a studio environment.<br/><br/>You should be able to follow verbal and written instructions, demonstrations, hand-outs and health and safety information. You may be encouraged to take short written notes for your own use and take part in group discussions.• Practical work in the studio<br/>• Demonstrations<br/>• Presentations and handouts<br/>• Individual and group tutoring<br/>• Group discussion <br/><br/>This course is supported by Google Classroom as a Virtual Learning Environment. When you log on you will be able to access course material, presentations and handouts etc.Basic drawing materials and resources are provided as part of this course, including paper, pencils, charcoal. Students are welcome to bring any additional specialist materials. <br/><br/>Need art supplies? Our partner London Graphic Centre has everything you need from pencil to printing services, at 15% off.<br/><br/>To get 15% LGC discount, students will need to show proof/ confirmation of enrolment of them being a student at City Lit. You can apply in-store or by simply emailing info@londongraphics.co.uk with a scan or photo of relevant confirmation. The student discount does not apply to products that are already discounted or on offer. More information can be found here- https://www.londongraphics.co.uk/student-discounts/.A range of courses at City Lit to consider include Drawing 2, Drawing into Painting, Drawing from Plants and Flowers and Drawing into Watercolour painting.DrawingDrawing techniques & processesvirtual2494105Drawing 1449449https://www.citylit.ac.uk/media/catalog/product/d/r/drawing_1_value_sc_73_76.jpgInStockDaytimeSunKeeley StreetAvailable courses5-10 weeksWeekend2026-06-14T00:00:00+00:00BeginnersJun 2026Art & designVH309449449Drawing 1359292449Luke Jonesdrawing-1/vh309-2526An introduction to drawing from observation through a carefully structured approach in a studio environment. Suitable for beginners.0000-Available|2026-06-14 00:00:00Explore the creative possibilities of drawing through a series of practical drawing tasks. You will explore techniques that develop key drawing concepts: function of line, tone, texture, form, composition, and mark making. You will investigate spatial relationships through basic measuring and constructing a composition. Relevant examples of work from artists will be discussed in relation to the drawings you are making.An introduction to drawing from observation through a carefully structured approach in a studio environment. Suitable for beginners.• Accuracy to represent a form.<br/>• Using the components of drawing – line, tone and mark-making.<br/>• An introduction to composition and spatial relationships.<br/>• The work of other artists’ and practitioners.<br/>• Reflect on your own progress and learning.• Use techniques to record subjects accurately from observation.<br/>• Begin to make compositional decisions to determine spatial relationships.<br/>• Recognise hand and eye co-ordination as something personal as you develop a drawing.<br/>• Identify drawing methods and approaches used by a range of relevant artists.<br/>• Reflect on your learning in the context of making a drawing.This is a course for beginners, no experience is necessary. It is ideal for those new to drawing from observation in a studio environment.<br/><br/>You should be able to follow verbal and written instructions, demonstrations, hand-outs and health and safety information. You may be encouraged to take short written notes for your own use and take part in group discussions.• Practical work in the studio<br/>• Demonstrations<br/>• Presentations and handouts<br/>• Individual and group tutoring<br/>• Group discussion <br/><br/>This course is supported by Google Classroom as a Virtual Learning Environment. When you log on you will be able to access course material, presentations and handouts etc.Basic drawing materials and resources are provided as part of this course, including paper, pencils, charcoal. Students are welcome to bring any additional specialist materials. <br/><br/>Need art supplies? Our partner London Graphic Centre has everything you need from pencil to printing services, at 15% off.<br/><br/>To get 15% LGC discount, students will need to show proof/ confirmation of enrolment of them being a student at City Lit. You can apply in-store or by simply emailing info@londongraphics.co.uk with a scan or photo of relevant confirmation. The student discount does not apply to products that are already discounted or on offer. More information can be found here- https://www.londongraphics.co.uk/student-discounts/.A range of courses at City Lit to consider include Drawing 2, Drawing into Painting, Drawing from Plants and Flowers and Drawing into Watercolour painting.DrawingDrawing techniques & processesvirtual2494108Drawing 1449449https://www.citylit.ac.uk/media/catalog/product/d/r/drawing_1_value_sc_73_75.jpgInStockDaytimeTueKeeley StreetAvailable courses5-10 weeksWeekday2026-01-13T00:00:00+00:00BeginnersJan 2026Art & designVH317449449Drawing 1359292449Eleanor Bedlowdrawing-1/vh317-2526An introduction to drawing from observation through a carefully structured approach in a studio environment. Suitable for beginners.0000-Available|2026-01-13 00:00:00Explore the creative possibilities of drawing through a series of practical drawing tasks. You will explore techniques that develop key drawing concepts: function of line, tone, texture, form, composition, and mark making. You will investigate spatial relationships through basic measuring and constructing a composition. Relevant examples of work from artists will be discussed in relation to the drawings you are making.An introduction to drawing from observation through a carefully structured approach in a studio environment. Suitable for beginners.• Accuracy to represent a form.<br/>• Using the components of drawing – line, tone and mark-making.<br/>• An introduction to composition and spatial relationships.<br/>• The work of other artists’ and practitioners.<br/>• Reflect on your own progress and learning.• Use techniques to record subjects accurately from observation.<br/>• Begin to make compositional decisions to determine spatial relationships.<br/>• Recognise hand and eye co-ordination as something personal as you develop a drawing.<br/>• Identify drawing methods and approaches used by a range of relevant artists.<br/>• Reflect on your learning in the context of making a drawing.This is a course for beginners, no experience is necessary. It is ideal for those new to drawing from observation in a studio environment.<br/><br/>You should be able to follow verbal and written instructions, demonstrations, hand-outs and health and safety information. You may be encouraged to take short written notes for your own use and take part in group discussions.• Practical work in the studio<br/>• Demonstrations<br/>• Presentations and handouts<br/>• Individual and group tutoring<br/>• Group discussion <br/><br/>This course is supported by Google Classroom as a Virtual Learning Environment. When you log on you will be able to access course material, presentations and handouts etc.Basic drawing materials and resources are provided as part of this course, including paper, pencils, charcoal. Students are welcome to bring any additional specialist materials. <br/><br/>Need art supplies? Our partner London Graphic Centre has everything you need from pencil to printing services, at 15% off.<br/><br/>To get 15% LGC discount, students will need to show proof/ confirmation of enrolment of them being a student at City Lit. You can apply in-store or by simply emailing info@londongraphics.co.uk with a scan or photo of relevant confirmation. The student discount does not apply to products that are already discounted or on offer. More information can be found here- https://www.londongraphics.co.uk/student-discounts/.A range of courses at City Lit to consider include Drawing 2, Drawing into Painting, Drawing from Plants and Flowers and Drawing into Watercolour painting.DrawingDrawing techniques & processesvirtual2494330Drawing 1449449https://www.citylit.ac.uk/media/catalog/product/d/r/drawing_1_value_sc_73_78.jpgInStockEveningMonKeeley StreetAvailable courses5-10 weeksWeekday2026-01-26T00:00:00+00:00BeginnersJan 2026Art & designVH355449449Drawing 1359292449drawing-1/vh355-2526An introduction to drawing from observation through a carefully structured approach in a studio environment. Suitable for beginners.0000-Available|2026-01-26 00:00:00Explore the creative possibilities of drawing through a series of practical drawing tasks. You will explore techniques that develop key drawing concepts: function of line, tone, texture, form, composition, and mark making. You will investigate spatial relationships through basic measuring and constructing a composition. Relevant examples of work from artists will be discussed in relation to the drawings you are making.An introduction to drawing from observation through a carefully structured approach in a studio environment. Suitable for beginners.• Accuracy to represent a form.<br/>• Using the components of drawing – line, tone and mark-making.<br/>• An introduction to composition and spatial relationships.<br/>• The work of other artists’ and practitioners.<br/>• Reflect on your own progress and learning.• Use techniques to record subjects accurately from observation.<br/>• Begin to make compositional decisions to determine spatial relationships.<br/>• Recognise hand and eye co-ordination as something personal as you develop a drawing.<br/>• Identify drawing methods and approaches used by a range of relevant artists.<br/>• Reflect on your learning in the context of making a drawing.This is a course for beginners, no experience is necessary. It is ideal for those new to drawing from observation in a studio environment.<br/><br/>You should be able to follow verbal and written instructions, demonstrations, hand-outs and health and safety information. You may be encouraged to take short written notes for your own use and take part in group discussions.• Practical work in the studio<br/>• Demonstrations<br/>• Presentations and handouts<br/>• Individual and group tutoring<br/>• Group discussion <br/><br/>This course is supported by Google Classroom as a Virtual Learning Environment. When you log on you will be able to access course material, presentations and handouts etc.Basic drawing materials and resources are provided as part of this course, including paper, pencils, charcoal. Students are welcome to bring any additional specialist materials. <br/><br/>Need art supplies? Our partner London Graphic Centre has everything you need from pencil to printing services, at 15% off.<br/><br/>To get 15% LGC discount, students will need to show proof/ confirmation of enrolment of them being a student at City Lit. You can apply in-store or by simply emailing info@londongraphics.co.uk with a scan or photo of relevant confirmation. The student discount does not apply to products that are already discounted or on offer. More information can be found here- https://www.londongraphics.co.uk/student-discounts/.A range of courses at City Lit to consider include Drawing 2, Drawing into Painting, Drawing from Plants and Flowers and Drawing into Watercolour painting.DrawingDrawing techniques & processesvirtual2494333Drawing 1449449https://www.citylit.ac.uk/media/catalog/product/d/r/drawing_1_value_sc_73_79.jpgInStockEveningThuKeeley StreetAvailable courses5-10 weeksWeekday2026-05-14T00:00:00+00:00BeginnersMay 2026Art & designVH368449449Drawing 1359292449Andrea Voiseydrawing-1/vh368-2526An introduction to drawing from observation through a carefully structured approach in a studio environment. Suitable for beginners.0000-Available|2026-05-14 00:00:00Explore the creative possibilities of drawing through a series of practical drawing tasks. You will explore techniques that develop key drawing concepts: function of line, tone, texture, form, composition, and mark making. You will investigate spatial relationships through basic measuring and constructing a composition. Relevant examples of work from artists will be discussed in relation to the drawings you are making.An introduction to drawing from observation through a carefully structured approach in a studio environment. Suitable for beginners.• Accuracy to represent a form.<br/>• Using the components of drawing – line, tone and mark-making.<br/>• An introduction to composition and spatial relationships.<br/>• The work of other artists’ and practitioners.<br/>• Reflect on your own progress and learning.• Use techniques to record subjects accurately from observation.<br/>• Begin to make compositional decisions to determine spatial relationships.<br/>• Recognise hand and eye co-ordination as something personal as you develop a drawing.<br/>• Identify drawing methods and approaches used by a range of relevant artists.<br/>• Reflect on your learning in the context of making a drawing.This is a course for beginners, no experience is necessary. It is ideal for those new to drawing from observation in a studio environment.<br/><br/>You should be able to follow verbal and written instructions, demonstrations, hand-outs and health and safety information. You may be encouraged to take short written notes for your own use and take part in group discussions.• Practical work in the studio<br/>• Demonstrations<br/>• Presentations and handouts<br/>• Individual and group tutoring<br/>• Group discussion <br/><br/>This course is supported by Google Classroom as a Virtual Learning Environment. When you log on you will be able to access course material, presentations and handouts etc.Basic drawing materials and resources are provided as part of this course, including paper, pencils, charcoal. Students are welcome to bring any additional specialist materials. <br/><br/>Need art supplies? Our partner London Graphic Centre has everything you need from pencil to printing services, at 15% off.<br/><br/>To get 15% LGC discount, students will need to show proof/ confirmation of enrolment of them being a student at City Lit. You can apply in-store or by simply emailing info@londongraphics.co.uk with a scan or photo of relevant confirmation. The student discount does not apply to products that are already discounted or on offer. More information can be found here- https://www.londongraphics.co.uk/student-discounts/.A range of courses at City Lit to consider include Drawing 2, Drawing into Painting, Drawing from Plants and Flowers and Drawing into Watercolour painting.DrawingDrawing techniques & processesvirtual2494336Drawing 1449449https://www.citylit.ac.uk/media/catalog/product/d/r/drawing_1_value_sc_73_77.jpgInStockEveningWedKeeley StreetAvailable courses5-10 weeksWeekday2026-01-21T00:00:00+00:00BeginnersJan 2026Art & designVH411449449Drawing 1359292449Eleanor Bedlowdrawing-1/vh411-2526An introduction to drawing from observation through a carefully structured approach in a studio environment. Suitable for beginners.0000-Available|2026-01-21 00:00:00Explore the creative possibilities of drawing through a series of practical drawing tasks. You will explore techniques that develop key drawing concepts: function of line, tone, texture, form, composition, and mark making. You will investigate spatial relationships through basic measuring and constructing a composition. Relevant examples of work from artists will be discussed in relation to the drawings you are making.An introduction to drawing from observation through a carefully structured approach in a studio environment. Suitable for beginners.• Accuracy to represent a form.<br/>• Using the components of drawing – line, tone and mark-making.<br/>• An introduction to composition and spatial relationships.<br/>• The work of other artists’ and practitioners.<br/>• Reflect on your own progress and learning.• Use techniques to record subjects accurately from observation.<br/>• Begin to make compositional decisions to determine spatial relationships.<br/>• Recognise hand and eye co-ordination as something personal as you develop a drawing.<br/>• Identify drawing methods and approaches used by a range of relevant artists.<br/>• Reflect on your learning in the context of making a drawing.This is a course for beginners, no experience is necessary. It is ideal for those new to drawing from observation in a studio environment.<br/><br/>You should be able to follow verbal and written instructions, demonstrations, hand-outs and health and safety information. You may be encouraged to take short written notes for your own use and take part in group discussions.• Practical work in the studio<br/>• Demonstrations<br/>• Presentations and handouts<br/>• Individual and group tutoring<br/>• Group discussion <br/><br/>This course is supported by Google Classroom as a Virtual Learning Environment. When you log on you will be able to access course material, presentations and handouts etc.Basic drawing materials and resources are provided as part of this course, including paper, pencils, charcoal. Students are welcome to bring any additional specialist materials. <br/><br/>Need art supplies? Our partner London Graphic Centre has everything you need from pencil to printing services, at 15% off.<br/><br/>To get 15% LGC discount, students will need to show proof/ confirmation of enrolment of them being a student at City Lit. You can apply in-store or by simply emailing info@londongraphics.co.uk with a scan or photo of relevant confirmation. The student discount does not apply to products that are already discounted or on offer. 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Suitable for beginners.0000-Available|2026-01-13 00:00:00Explore the creative possibilities of drawing through a series of practical drawing tasks. You will explore techniques that develop key drawing concepts: function of line, tone, texture, form, composition, and mark making. You will investigate spatial relationships through basic measuring and constructing a composition. Relevant examples of work from artists will be discussed in relation to the drawings you are making.An introduction to drawing from observation through a carefully structured approach in a studio environment. Suitable for beginners.• Accuracy to represent a form.<br/>• Using the components of drawing – line, tone and mark-making.<br/>• An introduction to composition and spatial relationships.<br/>• The work of other artists’ and practitioners.<br/>• Reflect on your own progress and learning.• Use techniques to record subjects accurately from observation.<br/>• Begin to make compositional decisions to determine spatial relationships.<br/>• Recognise hand and eye co-ordination as something personal as you develop a drawing.<br/>• Identify drawing methods and approaches used by a range of relevant artists.<br/>• Reflect on your learning in the context of making a drawing.This is a course for beginners, no experience is necessary. It is ideal for those new to drawing from observation in a studio environment.<br/><br/>You should be able to follow verbal and written instructions, demonstrations, hand-outs and health and safety information. You may be encouraged to take short written notes for your own use and take part in group discussions.• Practical work in the studio<br/>• Demonstrations<br/>• Presentations and handouts<br/>• Individual and group tutoring<br/>• Group discussion <br/><br/>This course is supported by Google Classroom as a Virtual Learning Environment. When you log on you will be able to access course material, presentations and handouts etc.Basic drawing materials and resources are provided as part of this course, including paper, pencils, charcoal. Students are welcome to bring any additional specialist materials. <br/><br/>Need art supplies? Our partner London Graphic Centre has everything you need from pencil to printing services, at 15% off.<br/><br/>To get 15% LGC discount, students will need to show proof/ confirmation of enrolment of them being a student at City Lit. You can apply in-store or by simply emailing info@londongraphics.co.uk with a scan or photo of relevant confirmation. The student discount does not apply to products that are already discounted or on offer. More information can be found here- https://www.londongraphics.co.uk/student-discounts/.A range of courses at City Lit to consider include Drawing 2, Drawing into Painting, Drawing from Plants and Flowers and Drawing into Watercolour painting.DrawingDrawing techniques & processesconfigurable
