Pathways to learning
If you are unsure about where to begin, start with life drawing. Drawing is an essential tool, more for training the eye rather than to produce finished drawings. We find many artists will practise observational drawing, particularly of the human figure, as a core discipline throughout their careers. So if you don’t know where to begin start with drawing.
We recommend attending our Introduction to Life Drawing on Monday evenings as an ideal starting point for absolute beginners.
Our Tutored Groups for Autumn 2023
MONDAY EVENINGS – AN INTRODUCTION TO LIFE DRAWING
Mondays ~ 7.00pm-9.00pm (in-studio)
Full 12 week course £216 / Half Term £120 / Single drop-in sessions £20
11th September – 11th December 2023.
Half Term 23rd & 30th October.
Working from the nude model we explore a variety of drawing methods and you will discover what works for you. We have a demonstration early on in the evening which will introduce a technique or key concept. For beginners this can form the structure for progressive learning, for the more experienced it’s always good to be reminded or just to dust down old skills. If you’re a complete beginner we recommend joining for the full twelve weeks.
The course is delivered by at least two experienced practising artists to give you a variety of perspectives.
Tutor: Audrey Fattouche
MONDAYS & FRIDAYS – PAINTING IN OILS with CLARE HAWARD
Mondays – 12 weeks (in-studio)
Full day 10.00am-4.00pm / £600
11th September – 11th December 2023.
Half Term 23rd & 30th October.
- Learn to paint directly in oil paint
- Unpack the secrets of great composition
- Explore colour and how to mix it
- Work from still life and the human figure
- Become expert in studio practice
- Get close support from experts
- Flexible format – attend all twelve classes or session one or two.
TUESDAYS AND WEDNESDAYS – PORTRAITURE with ALEX TZAVARAS
Tuesdays Beginners ~ 12 weeks course (Online using Zoom)
7.00pm- 9.30pm / £350
12th September – 12th December 2023
Half Term 24th & 31st October.
Wednesdays Intermediate ~ 12 weeks course (in-studio)
7.00pm- 9.30pm / £350
13th September – 13th December 2023
Half Term 25th October & 1st November.
Learning portraiture in oil paint with an expert. Alex’ course is progressive, he requires you to complete the online course on Tuesdays first, to get the skills in place so that when you join him in the studio on Wednesdays, you can focus on portraiture proper.
FRIDAY MORNINGS – AN INTRODUCTION TO OIL PAINTING
Tutor: Audrey Fattouche
Friday mornings ~ 10.00am- 1.00pm (on-site)
12 weeks £540 / 6 weeks £300
15th September – 15th December 2023
Half Term 27th October & 3rd December.
A foundation in the elements of visual art to be an
Introduction to oil painting. For beginners or intermediate artists who want to get going with oil paint and colour.
This is a practical course aimed at producing paintings, building confidence and inspiration from a firm foundation. Our premise is that you are better able to develop as an artist by interweaving creative tasks with exercises designed to train the eye, the hand and the mind. We connect with Ruskin’s ‘the Elements of Drawing’ and include ideas about art education from the early part of the 20th century along with more contemporary tenets. All the while you will be referencing art and artists to place your work in context.
Read more about it and sign up here
Our Untutored Drop-in Groups for Autumn 2023
SATURDAY MORNING LIFE DRAWING & PAINTING
Saturday ~ 10.00am-1.00pm (in-studio & Zoom)
Open drop-in sessions £15 – £22
We have a life model in a single pose for three hours. Usually the same pose is repeated the following week so that you can give six hours to your work, remember to book the same position for both weeks – we also offer unallocated positions.
We break for 5 minutes for the model every 25 minutes and then for twenty minutes at 11.30 to have a cup of coffee and a biscuit (small charge).
The session is not formally tutored although all of our sessions are run by artists and advice is always available, just ask – otherwise you will be left to get on by yourself.
SATURDAY AFTERNOON LIFE DRAWING & PAINTING
Saturday ~ 2.00pm-5.00pm (in-studio)
Open drop-in sessions £18 – £22
We will have a life model in the same pose for three hours in the afternoon, usually for two consecutive weeks.
This is an untutored session run by a professional painter who will always be happy to give advice.
Remember to book the same position for both weeks – we also offer unallocated positions.
More information and booking here
TUESDAY EVENINGS FREYA’S FAST POSES – CREATIVE DRAWING
Tuesdays ~ 7.00pm-8.30pm (in-studio & Zoom)
Open drop-in sessions £8 – £11
This session is run by Freya Tate, a wonderful artist with a sharp eye and a playful line. The session is life model focused but Freya will discuss the works of particular artists and introduce chaotic elements to challenge you and move your drawing on to higher levels. You can see more of Freya’s work here @freyatateify
*£5 if you are a student. Email us at info@dulwichartgroup.co.uk, convince us you’re a student and get your discount code.
WEDNESDAY MORNING LIFE DRAWING & PAINTING LONG POSE
Wednesday ~ 10.00am-1.00pm (in-studio & online)
Open drop-in sessions £15 – £22
We have a life model in a single pose for three hours. Usually the same pose is repeated the following week so that you can give six hours to your work, remember to book the same position for both weeks – we also offer unallocated positions.
Our studio is purpose built and well equipped with easels, drawing boards, clips and so on.
WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON PORTRAITURE
Wednesday ~ 2.00pm-5.00pm (in-studio & online)
Open drop-in sessions £15 – £22
Paint a clothed model with a focus on the portrait, we usually have the same model for two weeks so make sure to book the same position for both weeks if you plan on coming back – we also offer unallocated positions.. The model will at times be engaged in conversation in order to bring some animation to the face.
Further information and booking here
THURSDAY EVENINGS – LAP-TOP LIFE DRAWING
Thursdays ~ 7.00pm-9.00pm (in-studio)
Drop-in sessions £12
This session is a seated life drawing session, working to a smaller format, ideal for those who like to work in a drawing book or iPad, predominantly with longer poses. Always run by a practicing artist.
