About this Event
Draw the ancient classical muse goddesses that inspired our modern-day museums and the iconic modern muses who inspired artists and designers. This workshop combines life drawing with fantasy illustration - using pencil, pastel & charcoal.
This Sunday morning workshop, takes place the weekend of at the unique setting of the 12th century Marlipins Museum in Shoreham-by-Sea, with its inspiring collection of historic artefacts and objects.
This workshop is suitable for adults and students (16+) and anyone interested in illustration, drawing, and fantasy art. Some previous drawing experience will be helpful. Materials provided - bring an apron, a soft drink and a snack.
The Marlipins Museum is very easy to reach on the bus routes 700, 2, 9, 60, 19 from Brighton & Hove, Worthing, and direct trains from London and Litttlehampton. Parking facilities nearby.
Workshop Artist
Leading the workshop is professional illustrator Lois Pawson - who is currently researching the story of muses for an exhibition in London at the Art Workers Guild later this year.
About Muses
The Nine Muses in ancient history
Modern Muses in the Pallant House collection
Famous Muses in Art History
Muses in Popular Culture
How Muses Inspired Artists
The World of Poets Artists and Muses
Jane Morris as the goddess Astarte in a detail from Rossetti’s Astarte Syriaca (1877). Photograph: Manchester City Galleries
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Marlipins Museum, 36 High Street, Shoreham-by-Sea, United Kingdom
GBP 25.00
