Drawing for beginners
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Explore traditional and less traditional methods of drawing simple objects. Using structured activities, you will be introduced to key concepts such as line, tone, composition and mark-making. Ideal if you have little or no drawing experience; a great way to learn the basics or prepare for longer courses.
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11 Dates Available
- Start Date: 13 Mar 2026End Date: 27 Mar 2026This course is fullFri (Evening): 18:00 - 21:00In PersonFull fee £159.00 Senior fee £127.00 Concession £103.00
- Start Date: 23 Apr 2026End Date: 07 May 2026Thu (Evening): 18:00 - 21:00In PersonLocation: Keeley StreetDuration: 3 sessions (over 3 weeks)Course Code: VH306Tutors: Sisetta ZapponeFull fee £159.00 Senior fee £127.00 Concession £103.00
- Start Date: 23 Jun 2026End Date: 07 Jul 2026Tue (Evening): 18:00 - 21:00In PersonFull fee £159.00 Senior fee £127.00 Concession £103.00
- Start Date: 07 Jul 2026End Date: 21 Jul 2026Tue (Evening): 18:00 - 21:00In PersonFull fee £159.00 Senior fee £127.00 Concession £103.00
- Start Date: 10 Sep 2026End Date: 24 Sep 2026Thu (Evening): 18:00 - 21:00In PersonFull fee £179.00 Senior fee £143.00 Concession £116.00
- Start Date: 15 Sep 2026End Date: 29 Sep 2026Tue (Evening): 18:00 - 21:00In PersonLocation: Keeley StreetDuration: 3 sessions (over 3 weeks)Course Code: VH601Tutors: Begona Morea RoyFull fee £179.00 Senior fee £143.00 Concession £116.00
- Start Date: 16 Sep 2026End Date: 23 Sep 2026Wed (Daytime): 10:30 - 16:30In PersonFull fee £209.00 Senior fee £167.00 Concession £136.00
- Start Date: 23 Sep 2026End Date: 07 Oct 2026Wed (Evening): 18:00 - 21:00In PersonFull fee £179.00 Senior fee £143.00 Concession £116.00
- Start Date: 18 Oct 2026End Date: 25 Oct 2026Sun (Daytime): 10:30 - 16:30In PersonFull fee £209.00 Senior fee £167.00 Concession £136.00
- Start Date: 18 Nov 2026End Date: 02 Dec 2026Wed (Evening): 18:00 - 21:00In PersonFull fee £179.00 Senior fee £143.00 Concession £116.00
- Start Date: 23 Nov 2026End Date: 07 Dec 2026Mon (Evening): 18:00 - 21:00In PersonFull fee £179.00 Senior fee £143.00 Concession £116.00
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Full fee £159.00 Senior fee £127.00 Concession £103.00
What is the course about?
This course enables students with little or no experience to explore the activity of drawing at a basic level, from initial experimental mark-making to simple use of tone and composition.
What will we cover?
The course starts with experimentation into mark-making and its effects. You will move on to explore the representation of basic forms and the effect of light on them, considering basic tone and composition in the process.
What will I achieve?
By the end of this course you should be able to...
• Show a basic understanding of the use and effects of a variety of drawing materials.
• Show a basic understanding of tone and composition.
• Be able to use drawing to investigate varied subject matter.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
The course is aimed at those with no or little previous drawing experience.
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.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
• Practical work in the studio.
• Short demonstrations.
• One-to–one tutoring.
• Group discussion.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
All materials and resources are provided as part of this course, including drawing media and paper.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
The course will enable you to embark on next level drawing courses such as Drawing 1; Drawing: charcoal techniques; Sketchbooks: materials and techniques; and also Life drawing for beginners, or Portraits 1.
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
Sisetta Zappone See more See less
Sisetta studied at the Florence Fine Arts Academy, earning a first-class degree as a Master Printmaker. In 2011, she moved to London, developing her printmaking practice while teaching workshops for adults of all abilities in various communities. She teaches Botanical Drawing, Watercolour, Advanced Life Drawing, and Printmaking, inspiring students to expand their skills and explore innovative approaches. She promotes art as a global language, celebrating diverse artistic traditions. Sisetta’s work is exhibited internationally and held in public collections, including Italy and Morocco’s National Collections, the V&A, and the Museum of Graphic Arts in Pisa.
Sam Hanner See more See less
Sam Hanner is a contemporary artist and educator living and working in london. He studied BA Fine Art at Goldsmiths, University of London and graduated from the MA Painting course at the Royal College of Art in 2021. He has previously worked at the Royal Drawing School and The King's Foundation where he is currently a core tutor on the Foundation Diploma in Fine and Applied Art. He started working at City Lit in September 2024 having studied towards a PGCE in Further Education. He is motivated by faciliitating a process based dialogue with students of Fine Art, Painting and Drawing and enabling their practices to flourish. Their practice revolves around Painting and Drawing and investigates the place of these practices in the world today, and as a discipline within contemporary art. Previous projects and exhibitions have explored the history and future of wetlands in the UK, specifically the Fens, where he completed a three month artist residency. Sam has worked as a scenic artist for theatre, opera and ballet, a studio technician and an art installer and brings this technical knowledge and experience to his work and his workshops.
Begona Morea Roy See more See less
We’re sorry. We don’t have a bio ready for the tutor of this class at the moment, but we’re working on it! Watch this space.
Steve Wright See more See less
Steve is a London-based painter and art tutor. He has worked in adult education since 2012, developing a wide range of courses in drawing and painting that balance technical skills with an openness to individual ways of working. He is skilled at finding both strengths and areas to improve in a student’s work and in communicating this in a supportive way to individual learners. Steve studied Painting at Wimbledon School of Art and Newcastle University, completing his MA in 2001. His own painting practice informs his teaching and he likes to share some of his drawings, paintings and working methods with students. Steve’s work is included in several public and private collections and has featured in numerous solo and group exhibitions. www.stevewqrightart.com
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
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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<p>Explore traditional and less traditional methods of drawing simple objects. Using structured activities, you will be introduced to key concepts such as line, tone, composition and mark-making. Ideal if you have little or no drawing experience; a great way to learn the basics or prepare for longer courses.</p>
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This course enables students with little or no experience to explore the activity of drawing at a basic level, from initial experimental mark-making to simple use of tone and composition.
<p>Explore traditional and less traditional methods of drawing simple objects. Using structured activities, you will be introduced to key concepts such as line, tone, composition and mark-making. Ideal if you have little or no drawing experience; a great way to learn the basics or prepare for longer courses.</p>
The course starts with experimentation into mark-making and its effects. You will move on to explore the representation of basic forms and the effect of light on them, considering basic tone and composition in the process.
• Show a basic understanding of the use and effects of a variety of drawing materials. <br/>• Show a basic understanding of tone and composition.<br/>• Be able to use drawing to investigate varied subject matter.
The course is aimed at those with no or little previous drawing experience.<br/><br/>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.
• Practical work in the studio.<br/>• Short demonstrations.<br/>• One-to–one tutoring.<br/>• Group discussion.
All materials and resources are provided as part of this course, including drawing media and paper.
The course will enable you to embark on next level drawing courses such as Drawing 1; Drawing: charcoal techniques; Sketchbooks: materials and techniques; and also Life drawing for beginners, or Portraits 1.
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<p>Explore traditional and less traditional methods of drawing simple objects. Using structured activities, you will be introduced to key concepts such as line, tone, composition and mark-making. Ideal if you have little or no drawing experience; a great way to learn the basics or prepare for longer courses.</p>
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This course enables students with little or no experience to explore the activity of drawing at a basic level, from initial experimental mark-making to simple use of tone and composition.
<p>Explore traditional and less traditional methods of drawing simple objects. Using structured activities, you will be introduced to key concepts such as line, tone, composition and mark-making. Ideal if you have little or no drawing experience; a great way to learn the basics or prepare for longer courses.</p>
The course starts with experimentation into mark-making and its effects. You will move on to explore the representation of basic forms and the effect of light on them, considering basic tone and composition in the process.
• Show a basic understanding of the use and effects of a variety of drawing materials. <br/>• Show a basic understanding of tone and composition.<br/>• Be able to use drawing to investigate varied subject matter.
The course is aimed at those with no or little previous drawing experience.<br/><br/>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.
• Practical work in the studio.<br/>• Short demonstrations.<br/>• One-to–one tutoring.<br/>• Group discussion.
All materials and resources are provided as part of this course, including drawing media and paper.
The course will enable you to embark on next level drawing courses such as Drawing 1; Drawing: charcoal techniques; Sketchbooks: materials and techniques; and also Life drawing for beginners, or Portraits 1.
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<p>Explore traditional and less traditional methods of drawing simple objects. Using structured activities, you will be introduced to key concepts such as line, tone, composition and mark-making. Ideal if you have little or no drawing experience; a great way to learn the basics or prepare for longer courses.</p>
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This course enables students with little or no experience to explore the activity of drawing at a basic level, from initial experimental mark-making to simple use of tone and composition.
<p>Explore traditional and less traditional methods of drawing simple objects. Using structured activities, you will be introduced to key concepts such as line, tone, composition and mark-making. Ideal if you have little or no drawing experience; a great way to learn the basics or prepare for longer courses.</p>
The course starts with experimentation into mark-making and its effects. You will move on to explore the representation of basic forms and the effect of light on them, considering basic tone and composition in the process.
• Show a basic understanding of the use and effects of a variety of drawing materials. <br/>• Show a basic understanding of tone and composition.<br/>• Be able to use drawing to investigate varied subject matter.
The course is aimed at those with no or little previous drawing experience.<br/><br/>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.
• Practical work in the studio.<br/>• Short demonstrations.<br/>• One-to–one tutoring.<br/>• Group discussion.
All materials and resources are provided as part of this course, including drawing media and paper.
The course will enable you to embark on next level drawing courses such as Drawing 1; Drawing: charcoal techniques; Sketchbooks: materials and techniques; and also Life drawing for beginners, or Portraits 1.
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<p>Explore traditional and less traditional methods of drawing simple objects. Using structured activities, you will be introduced to key concepts such as line, tone, composition and mark-making. Ideal if you have little or no drawing experience; a great way to learn the basics or prepare for longer courses.</p>
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This course enables students with little or no experience to explore the activity of drawing at a basic level, from initial experimental mark-making to simple use of tone and composition.
<p>Explore traditional and less traditional methods of drawing simple objects. Using structured activities, you will be introduced to key concepts such as line, tone, composition and mark-making. Ideal if you have little or no drawing experience; a great way to learn the basics or prepare for longer courses.</p>
The course starts with experimentation into mark-making and its effects. You will move on to explore the representation of basic forms and the effect of light on them, considering basic tone and composition in the process.
• Show a basic understanding of the use and effects of a variety of drawing materials. <br/>• Show a basic understanding of tone and composition.<br/>• Be able to use drawing to investigate varied subject matter.
The course is aimed at those with no or little previous drawing experience.<br/><br/>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.
• Practical work in the studio.<br/>• Short demonstrations.<br/>• One-to–one tutoring.<br/>• Group discussion.
All materials and resources are provided as part of this course, including drawing media and paper.
The course will enable you to embark on next level drawing courses such as Drawing 1; Drawing: charcoal techniques; Sketchbooks: materials and techniques; and also Life drawing for beginners, or Portraits 1.
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<p>Ease into drawing and discover some interesting methods of representing simple object forms. You will explore basic concepts such as line, tone, and mark-making. Ideal if you are new to drawing; a great way to learn some basics, try out different media, and prepare for longer courses.</p><p> </p>
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<p>This short course enables students with little or no experience to explore the activity of drawing at a basic level; from initial experimental mark-making to observation and representation of simple object forms. You will get a feel for drawing study, have fun trying out different materials and explore basic methods of composition using contrasts of shape and tone.</p>
<p>Ease into drawing and discover some interesting methods of representing simple object forms. You will explore basic concepts such as line, tone, and mark-making. Ideal if you are new to drawing; a great way to learn some basics, try out different media, and prepare for longer courses.</p><p> </p>
<ul><li>Experimentation into mark-making and its effects.</li><li>Describing tonal values from light to dark using a range of drawing media.</li><li>The representation of basic forms, through the observed effects of light on objects.</li><li>Exploring positive and negative space in drawing,</li><li>Structuring a basic composition using contrasts of shape and tone</li></ul><p> </p>
<ul><li>Show a basic understanding of the use and effects of a variety of drawing materials.</li><li>Use drawing to explore the effects of light on basic forms.</li><li>Begin to use contrasts of shape and tone to structure a composition.</li><li>Continue using drawing to investigate varied subject matter.</li></ul>
<p>This short taster course is aimed at those with little or no previous drawing experience. Ideal for students that wish to try out drawing before committing to a longer course, but also for those who prefer a gradual start.<br><br>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.</p>
<p>• Practical work in the studio<br>• Short demonstrations<br>• One-to–one tutoring<br>• Group discussion</p>
All materials and resources are provided as part of this course, including drawing media and paper.
<p>The course will enable you to embark on next level drawing courses such as <em>Drawing 1</em>, <em>Sketchbooks: materials and techniques</em>, <em>Life drawing for beginners</em>, or <em>Portraits 1</em>.</p>
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<p>Ease into drawing and discover some interesting methods of representing simple object forms. You will explore basic concepts such as line, tone, and mark-making. Ideal if you are new to drawing; a great way to learn some basics, try out different media, and prepare for longer courses.</p><p> </p>
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<p>This short course enables students with little or no experience to explore the activity of drawing at a basic level; from initial experimental mark-making to observation and representation of simple object forms. You will get a feel for drawing study, have fun trying out different materials and explore basic methods of composition using contrasts of shape and tone.</p>
<p>Ease into drawing and discover some interesting methods of representing simple object forms. You will explore basic concepts such as line, tone, and mark-making. Ideal if you are new to drawing; a great way to learn some basics, try out different media, and prepare for longer courses.</p><p> </p>
<ul><li>Experimentation into mark-making and its effects.</li><li>Describing tonal values from light to dark using a range of drawing media.</li><li>The representation of basic forms, through the observed effects of light on objects.</li><li>Exploring positive and negative space in drawing,</li><li>Structuring a basic composition using contrasts of shape and tone</li></ul><p> </p>
<ul><li>Show a basic understanding of the use and effects of a variety of drawing materials.</li><li>Use drawing to explore the effects of light on basic forms.</li><li>Begin to use contrasts of shape and tone to structure a composition.</li><li>Continue using drawing to investigate varied subject matter.</li></ul>
<p>This short taster course is aimed at those with little or no previous drawing experience. Ideal for students that wish to try out drawing before committing to a longer course, but also for those who prefer a gradual start.<br><br>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.</p>
<p>• Practical work in the studio<br>• Short demonstrations<br>• One-to–one tutoring<br>• Group discussion</p>
All materials and resources are provided as part of this course, including drawing media and paper.
<p>The course will enable you to embark on next level drawing courses such as <em>Drawing 1</em>, <em>Sketchbooks: materials and techniques</em>, <em>Life drawing for beginners</em>, or <em>Portraits 1</em>.</p>
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<p>Ease into drawing and discover some interesting methods of representing simple object forms. You will explore basic concepts such as line, tone, and mark-making. Ideal if you are new to drawing; a great way to learn some basics, try out different media, and prepare for longer courses.</p><p> </p>
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<p>This short course enables students with little or no experience to explore the activity of drawing at a basic level; from initial experimental mark-making to observation and representation of simple object forms. You will get a feel for drawing study, have fun trying out different materials and explore basic methods of composition using contrasts of shape and tone.</p>
<p>Ease into drawing and discover some interesting methods of representing simple object forms. You will explore basic concepts such as line, tone, and mark-making. Ideal if you are new to drawing; a great way to learn some basics, try out different media, and prepare for longer courses.</p><p> </p>
<ul><li>Experimentation into mark-making and its effects.</li><li>Describing tonal values from light to dark using a range of drawing media.</li><li>The representation of basic forms, through the observed effects of light on objects.</li><li>Exploring positive and negative space in drawing,</li><li>Structuring a basic composition using contrasts of shape and tone</li></ul><p> </p>
<ul><li>Show a basic understanding of the use and effects of a variety of drawing materials.</li><li>Use drawing to explore the effects of light on basic forms.</li><li>Begin to use contrasts of shape and tone to structure a composition.</li><li>Continue using drawing to investigate varied subject matter.</li></ul>
<p>This short taster course is aimed at those with little or no previous drawing experience. Ideal for students that wish to try out drawing before committing to a longer course, but also for those who prefer a gradual start.<br><br>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.</p>
<p>• Practical work in the studio<br>• Short demonstrations<br>• One-to–one tutoring<br>• Group discussion</p>
All materials and resources are provided as part of this course, including drawing media and paper.
<p>The course will enable you to embark on next level drawing courses such as <em>Drawing 1</em>, <em>Sketchbooks: materials and techniques</em>, <em>Life drawing for beginners</em>, or <em>Portraits 1</em>.</p>
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<p>Ease into drawing and discover some interesting methods of representing simple object forms. You will explore basic concepts such as line, tone, and mark-making. Ideal if you are new to drawing; a great way to learn some basics, try out different media, and prepare for longer courses.</p><p> </p>
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<p>This short course enables students with little or no experience to explore the activity of drawing at a basic level; from initial experimental mark-making to observation and representation of simple object forms. You will get a feel for drawing study, have fun trying out different materials and explore basic methods of composition using contrasts of shape and tone.</p>
<p>Ease into drawing and discover some interesting methods of representing simple object forms. You will explore basic concepts such as line, tone, and mark-making. Ideal if you are new to drawing; a great way to learn some basics, try out different media, and prepare for longer courses.</p><p> </p>
<ul><li>Experimentation into mark-making and its effects.</li><li>Describing tonal values from light to dark using a range of drawing media.</li><li>The representation of basic forms, through the observed effects of light on objects.</li><li>Exploring positive and negative space in drawing,</li><li>Structuring a basic composition using contrasts of shape and tone</li></ul><p> </p>
<ul><li>Show a basic understanding of the use and effects of a variety of drawing materials.</li><li>Use drawing to explore the effects of light on basic forms.</li><li>Begin to use contrasts of shape and tone to structure a composition.</li><li>Continue using drawing to investigate varied subject matter.</li></ul>
<p>This short taster course is aimed at those with little or no previous drawing experience. Ideal for students that wish to try out drawing before committing to a longer course, but also for those who prefer a gradual start.<br><br>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.</p>
<p>• Practical work in the studio<br>• Short demonstrations<br>• One-to–one tutoring<br>• Group discussion</p>
All materials and resources are provided as part of this course, including drawing media and paper.
<p>The course will enable you to embark on next level drawing courses such as <em>Drawing 1</em>, <em>Sketchbooks: materials and techniques</em>, <em>Life drawing for beginners</em>, or <em>Portraits 1</em>.</p>
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179
179
Drawing for beginners
143
116
179
Andrea Voisey
drawing-for-beginners/vh873-2627
<p>Ease into drawing and discover some interesting methods of representing simple object forms. You will explore basic concepts such as line, tone, and mark-making. Ideal if you are new to drawing; a great way to learn some basics, try out different media, and prepare for longer courses.</p><p> </p>
0000-Available|2026-09-10 00:00:00
<p>This short course enables students with little or no experience to explore the activity of drawing at a basic level; from initial experimental mark-making to observation and representation of simple object forms. You will get a feel for drawing study, have fun trying out different materials and explore basic methods of composition using contrasts of shape and tone.</p>
<p>Ease into drawing and discover some interesting methods of representing simple object forms. You will explore basic concepts such as line, tone, and mark-making. Ideal if you are new to drawing; a great way to learn some basics, try out different media, and prepare for longer courses.</p><p> </p>
<ul><li>Experimentation into mark-making and its effects.</li><li>Describing tonal values from light to dark using a range of drawing media.</li><li>The representation of basic forms, through the observed effects of light on objects.</li><li>Exploring positive and negative space in drawing,</li><li>Structuring a basic composition using contrasts of shape and tone</li></ul><p> </p>
<ul><li>Show a basic understanding of the use and effects of a variety of drawing materials.</li><li>Use drawing to explore the effects of light on basic forms.</li><li>Begin to use contrasts of shape and tone to structure a composition.</li><li>Continue using drawing to investigate varied subject matter.</li></ul>
<p>This short taster course is aimed at those with little or no previous drawing experience. Ideal for students that wish to try out drawing before committing to a longer course, but also for those who prefer a gradual start.<br><br>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.</p>
<p>• Practical work in the studio<br>• Short demonstrations<br>• One-to–one tutoring<br>• Group discussion</p>
All materials and resources are provided as part of this course, including drawing media and paper.
<p>The course will enable you to embark on next level drawing courses such as <em>Drawing 1</em>, <em>Sketchbooks: materials and techniques</em>, <em>Life drawing for beginners</em>, or <em>Portraits 1</em>.</p>
Drawing
Drawing techniques & processes
virtual
3030106
Drawing for beginners
209
209
https://www.citylit.ac.uk/media/catalog/product/b/e/beginners_early_charcoal_-_luke_demo_copy_48.jpg
InStock
Daytime
Wed
Keeley Street
Available courses
1 to 4 weeks
Weekday
2026-09-16T00:00:00+00:00
Beginners
Sep 2026
Art & design
VM097
209
209
Drawing for beginners
167
136
209
Steve Wright
drawing-for-beginners/vm097-2627
<p>Ease into drawing and discover some interesting methods of representing simple object forms. You will explore basic concepts such as line, tone, and mark-making. Ideal if you are new to drawing; a great way to learn some basics, try out different media, and prepare for longer courses.</p><p> </p>
0000-Available|2026-09-16 00:00:00
<p>This short course enables students with little or no experience to explore the activity of drawing at a basic level; from initial experimental mark-making to observation and representation of simple object forms. You will get a feel for drawing study, have fun trying out different materials and explore basic methods of composition using contrasts of shape and tone.</p>
<p>Ease into drawing and discover some interesting methods of representing simple object forms. You will explore basic concepts such as line, tone, and mark-making. Ideal if you are new to drawing; a great way to learn some basics, try out different media, and prepare for longer courses.</p><p> </p>
<ul><li>Experimentation into mark-making and its effects.</li><li>Describing tonal values from light to dark using a range of drawing media.</li><li>The representation of basic forms, through the observed effects of light on objects.</li><li>Exploring positive and negative space in drawing,</li><li>Structuring a basic composition using contrasts of shape and tone</li></ul><p> </p>
<ul><li>Show a basic understanding of the use and effects of a variety of drawing materials.</li><li>Use drawing to explore the effects of light on basic forms.</li><li>Begin to use contrasts of shape and tone to structure a composition.</li><li>Continue using drawing to investigate varied subject matter.</li></ul>
<p>This short taster course is aimed at those with little or no previous drawing experience. Ideal for students that wish to try out drawing before committing to a longer course, but also for those who prefer a gradual start.<br><br>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.</p>
<p>• Practical work in the studio<br>• Short demonstrations<br>• One-to–one tutoring<br>• Group discussion</p>
All materials and resources are provided as part of this course, including drawing media and paper.
<p>The course will enable you to embark on next level drawing courses such as <em>Drawing 1</em>, <em>Sketchbooks: materials and techniques</em>, <em>Life drawing for beginners</em>, or <em>Portraits 1</em>.</p>
Drawing
Drawing techniques & processes
virtual
3030115
Drawing for beginners
179
179
https://www.citylit.ac.uk/media/catalog/product/b/e/beginners_early_charcoal_-_luke_demo_copy_51.jpg
InStock
Evening
Wed
Keeley Street
Available courses
1 to 4 weeks
Weekday
2026-11-18T00:00:00+00:00
Beginners
Nov 2026
Art & design
VM333
179
179
Drawing for beginners
143
116
179
Andrea Voisey
drawing-for-beginners/vm333-2627
<p>Ease into drawing and discover some interesting methods of representing simple object forms. You will explore basic concepts such as line, tone, and mark-making. Ideal if you are new to drawing; a great way to learn some basics, try out different media, and prepare for longer courses.</p><p> </p>
0000-Available|2026-11-18 00:00:00
<p>This short course enables students with little or no experience to explore the activity of drawing at a basic level; from initial experimental mark-making to observation and representation of simple object forms. You will get a feel for drawing study, have fun trying out different materials and explore basic methods of composition using contrasts of shape and tone.</p>
<p>Ease into drawing and discover some interesting methods of representing simple object forms. You will explore basic concepts such as line, tone, and mark-making. Ideal if you are new to drawing; a great way to learn some basics, try out different media, and prepare for longer courses.</p><p> </p>
<ul><li>Experimentation into mark-making and its effects.</li><li>Describing tonal values from light to dark using a range of drawing media.</li><li>The representation of basic forms, through the observed effects of light on objects.</li><li>Exploring positive and negative space in drawing,</li><li>Structuring a basic composition using contrasts of shape and tone</li></ul><p> </p>
<ul><li>Show a basic understanding of the use and effects of a variety of drawing materials.</li><li>Use drawing to explore the effects of light on basic forms.</li><li>Begin to use contrasts of shape and tone to structure a composition.</li><li>Continue using drawing to investigate varied subject matter.</li></ul>
<p>This short taster course is aimed at those with little or no previous drawing experience. Ideal for students that wish to try out drawing before committing to a longer course, but also for those who prefer a gradual start.<br><br>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.</p>
<p>• Practical work in the studio<br>• Short demonstrations<br>• One-to–one tutoring<br>• Group discussion</p>
All materials and resources are provided as part of this course, including drawing media and paper.
<p>The course will enable you to embark on next level drawing courses such as <em>Drawing 1</em>, <em>Sketchbooks: materials and techniques</em>, <em>Life drawing for beginners</em>, or <em>Portraits 1</em>.</p>
Drawing
Drawing techniques & processes
virtual
127,143,167
159,179,209
103,116,136
VH101,VH306,VH310,VH741,VH401,VH404,VH601,VH777,VH873,VM097,VM333
NONE
Tue,Thu,Fri,Mon,Sun,Wed
13/03/26 - 27/03/26
18:00 - 21:00
18:00
21:00
3 sessions (over 3 weeks)
3
1 to 4 weeks
Evening,Daytime
Weekday,Weekend
KS
Keeley Street
Andrea Voisey,Sisetta Zappone,Sam Hanner,Eleanor Bedlow,Begona Morea Roy,Steve Wright
Beginners
Available courses
2026-06-23T00:00:00+00:00,2026-04-23T00:00:00+00:00,2026-07-07T00:00:00+00:00,2026-03-13T00:00:00+00:00,2026-11-23T00:00:00+00:00,2026-10-18T00:00:00+00:00,2026-09-15T00:00:00+00:00,2026-09-23T00:00:00+00:00,2026-09-10T00:00:00+00:00,2026-09-16T00:00:00+00:00,2026-11-18T00:00:00+00:00
Jun 2026,Apr 2026,Jul 2026,Mar 2026,Nov 2026,Oct 2026,Sep 2026
Art & design
159
159,179,209
Drawing for beginners
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<p>Explore traditional and less traditional methods of drawing simple objects. Using structured activities, you will be introduced to key concepts such as line, tone, composition and mark-making. Ideal if you have little or no drawing experience; a great way to learn the basics or prepare for longer courses.</p>,<p>Ease into drawing and discover some interesting methods of representing simple object forms. You will explore basic concepts such as line, tone, and mark-making. Ideal if you are new to drawing; a great way to learn some basics, try out different media, and prepare for longer courses.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>
0000-Available|2026-03-13 00:00:00
This course enables students with little or no experience to explore the activity of drawing at a basic level, from initial experimental mark-making to simple use of tone and composition.,<p>This short course enables students with little or no experience to explore the activity of drawing at a basic level; from initial experimental mark-making to observation and representation of simple object forms.&nbsp;&nbsp;You will get a feel for drawing study, have fun trying out different materials and explore basic methods of composition using contrasts of shape and tone.</p>
<p>Explore traditional and less traditional methods of drawing simple objects. Using structured activities, you will be introduced to key concepts such as line, tone, composition and mark-making. Ideal if you have little or no drawing experience; a great way to learn the basics or prepare for longer courses.</p>,<p>Ease into drawing and discover some interesting methods of representing simple object forms. You will explore basic concepts such as line, tone, and mark-making. Ideal if you are new to drawing; a great way to learn some basics, try out different media, and prepare for longer courses.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>
The course starts with experimentation into mark-making and its effects. You will move on to explore the representation of basic forms and the effect of light on them, considering basic tone and composition in the process.,<ul><li>Experimentation into mark-making and its effects.</li><li>Describing tonal values from light to dark using a range of drawing media.</li><li>The&nbsp;representation of basic&nbsp;forms, through the observed effects of light on objects.</li><li>Exploring&nbsp;positive and negative space in drawing,</li><li>Structuring a basic composition using contrasts of shape and tone</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p>
• Show a basic understanding of the use and effects of a variety of drawing materials. <br/>• Show a basic understanding of tone and composition.<br/>• Be able to use drawing to investigate varied subject matter.,<ul><li>Show a basic understanding of the use and effects of a variety of drawing materials.</li><li>Use drawing to explore the effects of light on basic&nbsp;forms.</li><li>Begin to use contrasts of shape and&nbsp;tone to structure a composition.</li><li>Continue using&nbsp;drawing to investigate varied subject matter.</li></ul>
The course is aimed at those with no or little previous drawing experience.<br/><br/>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.,<p>This short taster course is aimed at those with little or no previous drawing experience. Ideal for students that wish to try out drawing before committing to a longer course, but also for those who prefer a gradual start.<br><br>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.</p>
• Practical work in the studio.<br/>• Short demonstrations.<br/>• One-to–one tutoring.<br/>• Group discussion.,<p>• Practical work in the studio<br>• Short demonstrations<br>• One-to–one tutoring<br>• Group discussion</p>
All materials and resources are provided as part of this course, including drawing media and paper.
The course will enable you to embark on next level drawing courses such as Drawing 1; Drawing: charcoal techniques; Sketchbooks: materials and techniques; and also Life drawing for beginners, or Portraits 1.,<p>The course will enable you to embark on next level drawing courses such as <em>Drawing 1</em>, <em>Sketchbooks: materials and techniques</em>, <em>Life drawing for beginners</em>, or <em>Portraits 1</em>.</p>
Drawing
Drawing techniques & processes
configurable
1150
1148
Drawing techniques & processes
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