A fun, relaxed and shorter life drawing class better suited for people coming straight from work. You will be able to work from a variety of life models, in a range of materials and with a variety of poses. You will be working from the unclothed model, both male and female.
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Working with a variety of life models, you will be shown ways of drawing using light and shadow and methods to measure proportion. You will draw in various materials including charcoal and pencil, making drawings from standing, sitting and reclining poses for varying lengths of time, you will gain a good foundation in life drawing skills.
What will we cover?
- Each week you will be taken through a different project, you will look at proportions of the body and the use of tone and line in representing the life model. - Your tutor will give you drawing exercises designed to improve your observational and in particular figure and portrait drawing skills. - We will look at the historical and contemporary context of life drawing and look at examples of artists who draw the figure.
What will I achieve? By the end of this course you should be able to...
- Make observational drawings of the life model with increased skill and confidence - Use a range of drawing materials and techniques in the context of life drawing - Utilse tonal values (light and dark) to denote volume in the human form - Use 'foreshortening' techniques - Have improved accuracy in drawing bodily proportions.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
No previous life drawing experience needed, some very basic drawing experience either on a course, or in your own time would help, This is an introduction to working directly from life, from the nude figure both male and female.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
Practical work in the studio, with an introduction to each session and demonstration by the tutor. Individual tutoring with regular feedback and some discussion in the group. Work outside the class is optional. Self-reflection is an important part of learning in art education and creative practice. You will be encouraged to engage with reflecting on your own work and progress as part of the learning process in Visual Arts.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
All drawing materials will be provided. Please wear old clothes or overall in the studio.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
There are many life drawing courses for all levels that run throughout the year eg Life Drawing Experimental Approaches, Life Drawing Contemporary Approaches as well as Life Painting courses.
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.
Rebecca AllenSee moreSee less
After receiving a BFA degree from Kansas State University, Rebecca moved to New York and studied at the New York Studio School. There, she studied with a vast assortment of New York artists, many with ties to the abstract expressionist movement. The Studio School selected her as an exchangee student to study at the Slade School of Art in London for one year. Returning to New York, she received her MFA from Parsons School of Design. She has been teaching in London for over 20 years and created numerous courses, based on specific exhibitions and the permanent collection, at Dulwich Picture Gallery. Since 2010 she has been teaching at City Lit with courses including Life Drawing, Life Painting, Painting 2, Ways into Abstract Painting and many Watercolour courses. She has a background in figurative work, which has included observation, memory, and a love for tone and colour. More recent work is rooted in observation, yet more abstract in appearance, focusing on process and largely done using watercolour.
Sisetta ZapponeSee moreSee 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.
Joe Richardson is a multi-disciplinary artist working in painting, drawing, collage, video, print and sculpture. Since graduating from his MA in Fine Art at Central Saint Martins in 2018, Joe has worked regularly taught at Foundation and Undergraduate level as well as working with Under 18s. Joe is dedicated to encouraging learners to discover new creative approaches to making, exploring their own interests in relation to art and design, and teaching methods and techniques that help to form the foundation of students' creative careers. Joe has undertaken residencies in Beijing, China and Stokkoya, Norway to develop his collaborative and flexible practice. He currently has a permanent collection of video works on display at Universal Music, Four Pancras Square, and has recently held a solo show at CineWindow Winsford and a duo exhibition at FIVE YEARS, London.
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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You will draw in various materials including charcoal and pencil, making drawings from standing, sitting and reclining poses for varying lengths of time, you will gain a good foundation in life drawing skills.A fun, relaxed and shorter life drawing class better suited for people coming straight from work. You will be able to work from a variety of life models, in a range of materials and with a variety of poses. You will be working from the unclothed model, both male and female.- Each week you will be taken through a different project, you will look at proportions of the body and the use of tone and line in representing the life model. <br>- Your tutor will give you drawing exercises designed to improve your observational and in particular figure and portrait drawing skills.<br>- We will look at the historical and contemporary context of life drawing and look at examples of artists who draw the figure.- Make observational drawings of the life model with increased skill and confidence<br>- Use a range of drawing materials and techniques in the context of life drawing <br>- Utilse tonal values (light and dark) to denote volume in the human form<br>- Use 'foreshortening' techniques <br>- Have improved accuracy in drawing bodily proportions.No previous life drawing experience needed, some very basic drawing experience either on a course, or in your own time would help, This is an introduction to working directly from life, from the nude figure both male and female.<p>Practical work in the studio, with an introduction to each session and demonstration by the tutor. Individual tutoring with regular feedback and some discussion in the group. Work outside the class is optional. Self-reflection is an important part of learning in art education and creative practice. You will be encouraged to engage with reflecting on your own work and progress as part of the learning process in Visual Arts</p>All drawing materials will be provided. 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You will be working from the unclothed model, both male and female.- Each week you will be taken through a different project, you will look at proportions of the body and the use of tone and line in representing the life model. <br>- Your tutor will give you drawing exercises designed to improve your observational and in particular figure and portrait drawing skills.<br>- We will look at the historical and contemporary context of life drawing and look at examples of artists who draw the figure.- Make observational drawings of the life model with increased skill and confidence<br>- Use a range of drawing materials and techniques in the context of life drawing <br>- Utilse tonal values (light and dark) to denote volume in the human form<br>- Use 'foreshortening' techniques <br>- Have improved accuracy in drawing bodily proportions.No previous life drawing experience needed, some very basic drawing experience either on a course, or in your own time would help, This is an introduction to working directly from life, from the nude figure both male and female.<p>Practical work in the studio, with an introduction to each session and demonstration by the tutor. Individual tutoring with regular feedback and some discussion in the group. Work outside the class is optional. Self-reflection is an important part of learning in art education and creative practice. You will be encouraged to engage with reflecting on your own work and progress as part of the learning process in Visual Arts</p>All drawing materials will be provided. Please wear old clothes or overall in the studio. <br><br>There are many life drawing courses for all levels that run throughout the year eg Life Drawing Experimental Approaches, Life Drawing Contemporary Approaches as well as Life Painting courses.DrawingLife drawing & portraiturevirtual3030148Life drawing after work179179https://www.citylit.ac.uk/media/catalog/category/VH331_draw_and_mindfulness-1024.jpgInStockEveningTueKeeley StreetAvailable courses1 to 4 weeksWeekday2026-09-08T00:00:00+00:00Beginners, Some experience, Advanced, Suitable for allSep 2026Art & designVH598179179Life drawing after work179179179Henry Gibbons Guylife-drawing-after-work/vh598-2627A fun, relaxed and shorter life drawing class better suited for people coming straight from work. You will be able to work from a variety of life models, in a range of materials and with a variety of poses. You will be working from the unclothed model, both male and female.0000-Available|2026-09-08 00:00:00Working with a variety of life models, you will be shown ways of drawing using light and shadow and methods to measure proportion. You will draw in various materials including charcoal and pencil, making drawings from standing, sitting and reclining poses for varying lengths of time, you will gain a good foundation in life drawing skills.A fun, relaxed and shorter life drawing class better suited for people coming straight from work. You will be able to work from a variety of life models, in a range of materials and with a variety of poses. You will be working from the unclothed model, both male and female.- Each week you will be taken through a different project, you will look at proportions of the body and the use of tone and line in representing the life model. <br>- Your tutor will give you drawing exercises designed to improve your observational and in particular figure and portrait drawing skills.<br>- We will look at the historical and contemporary context of life drawing and look at examples of artists who draw the figure.- Make observational drawings of the life model with increased skill and confidence<br>- Use a range of drawing materials and techniques in the context of life drawing <br>- Utilse tonal values (light and dark) to denote volume in the human form<br>- Use 'foreshortening' techniques <br>- Have improved accuracy in drawing bodily proportions.No previous life drawing experience needed, some very basic drawing experience either on a course, or in your own time would help, This is an introduction to working directly from life, from the nude figure both male and female.<p>Practical work in the studio, with an introduction to each session and demonstration by the tutor. Individual tutoring with regular feedback and some discussion in the group. Work outside the class is optional. Self-reflection is an important part of learning in art education and creative practice. You will be encouraged to engage with reflecting on your own work and progress as part of the learning process in Visual Arts.</p>All drawing materials will be provided. Please wear old clothes or overall in the studio. <br><br>There are many life drawing courses for all levels that run throughout the year eg Life Drawing Experimental Approaches, Life Drawing Contemporary Approaches as well as Life Painting courses.DrawingLife drawing & portraiturevirtual3067546Life drawing after work179179https://www.citylit.ac.uk/media/catalog/product/l/i/life_drawng_in_studio_with_model_5_47.jpgInStockEveningThuKeeley StreetAvailable courses1 to 4 weeksWeekday2027-04-29T00:00:00+00:00Beginners, Some experience, Advanced, Suitable for allApr 2027Art & designVH013179179Life drawing after work179179179Joe Richardsonlife-drawing-after-work/vh013-2627A fun, relaxed and shorter life drawing class better suited for people coming straight from work. You will be able to work from a variety of life models, in a range of materials and with a variety of poses. You will be working from the unclothed model, both male and female.0000-Available|2027-04-29 00:00:00Working with a variety of life models, you will be shown ways of drawing using light and shadow and methods to measure proportion. You will draw in various materials including charcoal and pencil, making drawings from standing, sitting and reclining poses for varying lengths of time, you will gain a good foundation in life drawing skills.A fun, relaxed and shorter life drawing class better suited for people coming straight from work. You will be able to work from a variety of life models, in a range of materials and with a variety of poses. You will be working from the unclothed model, both male and female.- Each week you will be taken through a different project, you will look at proportions of the body and the use of tone and line in representing the life model. <br>- Your tutor will give you drawing exercises designed to improve your observational and in particular figure and portrait drawing skills.<br>- We will look at the historical and contemporary context of life drawing and look at examples of artists who draw the figure.- Make observational drawings of the life model with increased skill and confidence<br>- Use a range of drawing materials and techniques in the context of life drawing <br>- Utilse tonal values (light and dark) to denote volume in the human form<br>- Use 'foreshortening' techniques <br>- Have improved accuracy in drawing bodily proportions.No previous life drawing experience needed, some very basic drawing experience either on a course, or in your own time would help, This is an introduction to working directly from life, from the nude figure both male and female.<p>Practical work in the studio, with an introduction to each session and demonstration by the tutor. Individual tutoring with regular feedback and some discussion in the group. Work outside the class is optional. Self-reflection is an important part of learning in art education and creative practice. You will be encouraged to engage with reflecting on your own work and progress as part of the learning process in Visual Arts</p>All drawing materials will be provided. Please wear old clothes or overall in the studio. <br><br>There are many life drawing courses for all levels that run throughout the year eg Life Drawing Experimental Approaches, Life Drawing Contemporary Approaches as well as Life Painting courses.DrawingLife drawing & portraiturevirtual3067555Life drawing after work179179https://www.citylit.ac.uk/media/catalog/product/l/i/life_drawng_in_studio_with_model_5_46.jpgInStockEveningTueKeeley StreetAvailable courses1 to 4 weeksWeekday2027-01-05T00:00:00+00:00Beginners, Some experience, Advanced, Suitable for allJan 2027Art & designVH202179179Life drawing after work179179179Sisetta Zapponelife-drawing-after-work/vh202-2627A fun, relaxed and shorter life drawing class better suited for people coming straight from work. You will be able to work from a variety of life models, in a range of materials and with a variety of poses. You will be working from the unclothed model, both male and female.0000-Available|2027-01-05 00:00:00Working with a variety of life models, you will be shown ways of drawing using light and shadow and methods to measure proportion. You will draw in various materials including charcoal and pencil, making drawings from standing, sitting and reclining poses for varying lengths of time, you will gain a good foundation in life drawing skills.A fun, relaxed and shorter life drawing class better suited for people coming straight from work. You will be able to work from a variety of life models, in a range of materials and with a variety of poses. You will be working from the unclothed model, both male and female.- Each week you will be taken through a different project, you will look at proportions of the body and the use of tone and line in representing the life model. <br>- Your tutor will give you drawing exercises designed to improve your observational and in particular figure and portrait drawing skills.<br>- We will look at the historical and contemporary context of life drawing and look at examples of artists who draw the figure.- Make observational drawings of the life model with increased skill and confidence<br>- Use a range of drawing materials and techniques in the context of life drawing <br>- Utilse tonal values (light and dark) to denote volume in the human form<br>- Use 'foreshortening' techniques <br>- Have improved accuracy in drawing bodily proportions.No previous life drawing experience needed, some very basic drawing experience either on a course, or in your own time would help, This is an introduction to working directly from life, from the nude figure both male and female.<p>Practical work in the studio, with an introduction to each session and demonstration by the tutor. Individual tutoring with regular feedback and some discussion in the group. Work outside the class is optional. Self-reflection is an important part of learning in art education and creative practice. You will be encouraged to engage with reflecting on your own work and progress as part of the learning process in Visual Arts.</p>All drawing materials will be provided. Please wear old clothes or overall in the studio. <br><br>There are many life drawing courses for all levels that run throughout the year eg Life Drawing Experimental Approaches, Life Drawing Contemporary Approaches as well as Life Painting courses.DrawingLife drawing & portraiturevirtual3067768Life drawing after work179179https://www.citylit.ac.uk/media/catalog/product/l/i/life_drawng_in_studio_with_model_5_48.jpgInStockEveningFriKeeley StreetAvailable courses1 to 4 weeksWeekday2027-07-16T00:00:00+00:00Beginners, Some experience, Advanced, Suitable for allJul 2027Art & designVH730179179Life drawing after work179179179Joe Richardsonlife-drawing-after-work/vh730-2627A fun, relaxed and shorter life drawing class better suited for people coming straight from work. You will be able to work from a variety of life models, in a range of materials and with a variety of poses. You will be working from the unclothed model, both male and female.0000-Available|2027-07-16 00:00:00Working with a variety of life models, you will be shown ways of drawing using light and shadow and methods to measure proportion. You will draw in various materials including charcoal and pencil, making drawings from standing, sitting and reclining poses for varying lengths of time, you will gain a good foundation in life drawing skills.A fun, relaxed and shorter life drawing class better suited for people coming straight from work. You will be able to work from a variety of life models, in a range of materials and with a variety of poses. You will be working from the unclothed model, both male and female.- Each week you will be taken through a different project, you will look at proportions of the body and the use of tone and line in representing the life model. <br>- Your tutor will give you drawing exercises designed to improve your observational and in particular figure and portrait drawing skills.<br>- We will look at the historical and contemporary context of life drawing and look at examples of artists who draw the figure.- Make observational drawings of the life model with increased skill and confidence<br>- Use a range of drawing materials and techniques in the context of life drawing <br>- Utilse tonal values (light and dark) to denote volume in the human form<br>- Use 'foreshortening' techniques <br>- Have improved accuracy in drawing bodily proportions.No previous life drawing experience needed, some very basic drawing experience either on a course, or in your own time would help, This is an introduction to working directly from life, from the nude figure both male and female.<p>Practical work in the studio, with an introduction to each session and demonstration by the tutor. Individual tutoring with regular feedback and some discussion in the group. Work outside the class is optional. Self-reflection is an important part of learning in art education and creative practice. You will be encouraged to engage with reflecting on your own work and progress as part of the learning process in Visual Arts</p>All drawing materials will be provided. 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You will be able to work from a variety of life models, in a range of materials and with a variety of poses. You will be working from the unclothed model, both male and female.0000-Available|2026-09-08 00:00:00Working with a variety of life models, you will be shown ways of drawing using light and shadow and methods to measure proportion. You will draw in various materials including charcoal and pencil, making drawings from standing, sitting and reclining poses for varying lengths of time, you will gain a good foundation in life drawing skills.A fun, relaxed and shorter life drawing class better suited for people coming straight from work. You will be able to work from a variety of life models, in a range of materials and with a variety of poses. You will be working from the unclothed model, both male and female.- Each week you will be taken through a different project, you will look at proportions of the body and the use of tone and line in representing the life model. <br>- Your tutor will give you drawing exercises designed to improve your observational and in particular figure and portrait drawing skills.<br>- We will look at the historical and contemporary context of life drawing and look at examples of artists who draw the figure.- Make observational drawings of the life model with increased skill and confidence<br>- Use a range of drawing materials and techniques in the context of life drawing <br>- Utilse tonal values (light and dark) to denote volume in the human form<br>- Use 'foreshortening' techniques <br>- Have improved accuracy in drawing bodily proportions.No previous life drawing experience needed, some very basic drawing experience either on a course, or in your own time would help, This is an introduction to working directly from life, from the nude figure both male and female.<p>Practical work in the studio, with an introduction to each session and demonstration by the tutor. Individual tutoring with regular feedback and some discussion in the group. Work outside the class is optional. Self-reflection is an important part of learning in art education and creative practice. You will be encouraged to engage with reflecting on your own work and progress as part of the learning process in Visual Arts</p>,<p>Practical work in the studio, with an introduction to each session and demonstration by the tutor. Individual tutoring with regular feedback and some discussion in the group. Work outside the class is optional. Self-reflection is an important part of learning in art education and creative practice. You will be encouraged to engage with reflecting on your own work and progress as part of the learning process in Visual Arts.</p>All drawing materials will be provided. Please wear old clothes or overall in the studio. <br><br>There are many life drawing courses for all levels that run throughout the year eg Life Drawing Experimental Approaches, Life Drawing Contemporary Approaches as well as Life Painting courses.DrawingLife drawing & portraitureconfigurable
