Drawing 2

What is the course about?

This course focuses on drawing as a process, building on observational skills previously gained. You will explore a wider range of subject matter and the tools to explore dynamics within a composition. Through a series of tasks and projects, you will develop a more personal visual language in your drawings. You will work in the studio environment and have an off-site drawing session when conditions allow.

What will we cover?

• The exploration of more complex spatial relationships to represent a subject.
• Working in a range of scales and mediums.
• Visual elements and dynamics in a composition.
• Using taught techniques to describe 3-dimensional form and spatial relationships.
• Reflect and analyse other artists’ work.

What will I achieve?
By the end of this course you should be able to...

• Draw more accurately from observation using methods and processes acquired through previous drawing experience.
• Describe 3-dimensional form and spatial depth using taught techniques.
• Recognise and discuss compositional choices, individually and within a group drawing session.
• Explore different forms of visual elements and use in a range of drawing contexts.
• Recognise the work of a variety of artists and the expressive potential for your own drawing.

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

This is a improvers/intermediate course, ideal for those who have a basic understanding of drawing in a studio environment or working from observation. Ideally you will already have completed Drawing 1 before enrolling on this course or understand basic strategies to describe a 3D form into 2D.

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
• Short demonstrations
• Handouts
• One-to–one 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?

There are many drawing courses you could consider next at City Lit, including, Drawing 3, Painting and Drawing Dialogues, Drawing: a contemporary approach or Drawing into Painting.