Tutored Portrait Drawing - Atmospheric Portraits in Charcoal

Come along to a relaxed, drop in, tutored portrait drawing session for all abilities. There is a different topic each week covering a different aspect of portrait drawing.

This week’s topic is: Atmospheric Portraits in Charcoal: focusing on drawing the portrait in charcoal and different techniques to try. All materials are included!

The session includes a short taught segment at the beginning lasting around 20 mins, followed by a series of exercises where we draw from a clothed portrait model. The session is taught by tutor Lancelot Richardson in the airy upstairs studio space of the Hanover Centre. There will be a short break for hot drinks and biscuits in the middle of the session.

These sessions can be attended flexibly; you can attend all sessions like a course, or pick and choose topics. If you have any questions just email Lance on lancelotrichardson@gmail.com.

What you need to bring

You are welcome to bring your own drawing materials. Free materials, including paper and any required materials for the session are provided with this session. Drawing boards will be provided on a first come, first serve basis. There are chairs and tables available in the space.

Getting to the Space

This session is run at the Studio room at Hanover Community Centre, 33 Southover Street, Brighton, BN2 9UD

This is about a 15 min walk from Brighton train station

The nearest bus stops are Southover Street (serviced by 37B City Buzz), the Level (serviced by 25, N25, 37B City Buzz) and bottom of Elm Grove (serviced by 21, 22, 23)

Discounts

The discounted price is available to students and those on benefits/low income.

About the Tutor

Lance is an independent artist and illustrator, with over 7 years experience as a tutor at Draw Brighton, teaching life drawing, portraiture, drawing and painting. He also occasionally teaches at Hastings Contemporary, and for various private clients.

Safety & accessibility

These classes are currently held on the first floor, with stairs to access. There are toilets on the premises.

The studio itself has overhead lights for drawers and natural light. Low music will be playing at sessions. Fixative spraying is not allowed in the studio and is done outside. Oil paints are not allowed in this space. We also try to improve safety by:

• Providing sick pay for freelance life models

• If you have covid, flu or bad cold symptoms we ask you not to attend – we will be happy to refund or transfer tickets.