To draw, you need to understand how to look as an artist does, this short course with tutor Sarah Wright offers you the opportunity to work through a variety of exercises to assist you in this.
Drawing accurately requires you to draw what you see and not what you think you see. Sarah uses the approach advocated by Betty Edwards, in the book ‘Drawing on the right side of the brain’, which is straight forward, and produces successful drawing outcomes.
In the process of drawing you will become familiar with the creative space you find yourself in, and also be guided gently through the mistakes and disappointment that understandably come with learning a new skill. With practice you will find a new confidence in drawing.
Ideal for both beginners and those who have already attended these courses before. Sarah always ensures that past students get different topics and/or exercises, so you can build on what you have already learned.
Dates and times
Wednesdays, starting 4 March, from 1.30pm to 3.30pm, weekly. Ends on 1 April.
What to bring
An A3 drawing pad
Pencils - 2B, 3B, 4B
Putty rubber and normal rubber
Other materials you have that you would like to use
Sarah always has a stock of drawing supplies available for those who may need it and she will also bring a variety of materials for you to try out and experiment with.
“To draw we need to learn how to ‘see’, to do this we need to understand the five perceptual skills of drawing.”
Cost
£75 per person (including all materials).
Fully booked
How to book
Booking is through the tutor. Please email sarahcircles@mac.com or call 07792 740694. Spaces limited to 15 people, so book early to avoid disappointment.
About the tutor
Sarah Wright has over 20 years experience of delivering workshops and classes in basic drawing, mark making, and life drawing. Her teaching focuses on using the five perceptual drawing skills, enabling and preparing you with looking skills, encouraging questioning of what you are seeing, and providing you with a new language and a different approach. She is always keen to celebrate the mistakes, highlighting the value of the artistic process, and creating a comfortable environment for all to critically review and evaluate artwork with the individual and group.
Sarah’s own art practice always starts with drawing. She says that drawing provides a framework for looking at something differently, and a space for the subconscious to take time out from the usual and expected. Drawing has helped Sarah to deal with difficult issues, giving her a neutral space to consider and reflect in. It can do the same for you.
If you have any questions beforehand, you can contact Sarah by email: sarahcircles@mac.com or her Facebook page @thedrawingmachine.