About this Event
Key details
- Date: 5 November - 10 December 2024
- Sessions: Tuesdays: 1pm - 4pm
- No. sessions: 6
- Venue: Mansfield Woodhouse Library, Mansfield
- For ages: 19+
- Group size: 5 - 12
- Cost: FREE - £63
This engaging and interactive, face-to-face course is designed for aspiring artists of all ages who have a passion for creativity but might not know where to start. Whether you're picking up a pencil for the first time or rekindling a long-lost hobby, this course is the perfect way to dive into the world of drawing. Embark on your artistic journey with us and discover the joy and satisfaction of drawing. No prior experience is necessary – just bring your enthusiasm and a willingness to learn. We look forward to helping you unlock your creative potential! Drawing is not only a skill but a fantastic way to relax, express yourself, and explore new ideas.
Your will be guided step-by-step to build your skills and confidence, focusing on subjects like composition, techniques and sketching:
- Analyse examples of good drawing of different artists
- Understand basic drawing techniques, including line, shape, form, and shading.
- Learn the essentials of creating depth and accurate proportions in your drawings.
- Explore various drawing tools and materials, from graphite pencils to charcoal and ink.
- Develop your unique style
- Complete several exercises a final project
Please bring:
- An HB and B pencil (or a set of graphite pencils)
- Pencil crayon
- Watercolour pencils
- A4 paper pad
The art materials are to be discussed during the first session of the course when the tutor will cover the topic.
If you are in receipt of certain benefits you will be offered the course for free, however if you have a financial barrier which may prevent you from enrolling on the course please visit our webpage for furtherinformation https://www.inspireculture.org.uk/skills-learning/funding-your-courses/
To secure your place on the course BOTH the following must be done:
- Complete the EVENTBRITE BOOKING.
- Complete our INSPIRE ONLINE ENROLMENT FORM for each person attending the course.
You should be redirected to the Inspire Online Enrolment Form after completing the Eventbrite booking. If you are not redirected, please use the link supplied in the Eventbrite booking confirmation email.
To book and enrol on one of our courses, you must have been living in England and have been resident in the UK for the past 3 years.
Some exceptions may apply if you are living in England with evidence of the right to remain and are from an EEU/EEAU country (completion of a questionnaire will be required).
As we no longer receive funding for our ESFA-funded courses for learners living in the devolved areas listed below, full cost fees would apply to these courses if you live in these areas:
- Barnsley, Doncaster, Rotherham and Sheffield
- Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
- Greater London
- Greater Manchester
- Liverpool City Region
- Newcastle Upon Tyne, North Tyneside and Northumberland
- Tees Valley
- West of England
- West Midlands
- West Yorkshire
Check the FAQs page, or get in touch:
- By phone: 01623 677 200
- By email: [email protected]
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Mansfield-Woodhosue Library, Church Street, Mansfield, United Kingdom
GBP 0.00 to GBP 63.00
