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Life Drawing Masterclass - Painting the Figure

5(4 reviews)
From bold mark making to precision drawing, discover the expressive power of charcoal as you capture the human form.
6hrs
Beginner
What happens in this class?

Leo is an award-winning animator, painter and tutor. He is co-founder of Figuration, a creative studio for animation and design & He holds an MA (Distinction) in 3D Computer Animation and trained in painting under Maggi Hambling CBE.

From bold mark making to precision drawing, discover the expressive power of charcoal, pencil, inks or watercolours as you capture the human form. Working with a life model, Leo will guide you through exercises that encourage experimentation and creative interpretation.

We start by looking at different approaches to drawing the figure. You will then make your first drawings in a speedy…

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Things to remember

Paper, charcoal, pencils and basic watercolours will be provided. However if you have your own materials that you like to work with please do feel free to bring them with you.

There will be snacks and drinks provided, however you are asked to bring a packed lunch .

Latest Reviews
5(4 reviews)
Ko - 13 February 2020
It’s very intense drawing session without stress or pressure but also can extend our own drawing skills with very comfortable atmosphere. The way of teaching is really impressive and helpful to improve life drawing skills. I would like to join it again definitely.
Ko - 13 February 2020
It’s very intense drawing session without stress or pressure but also can extend our own drawing skills with very comfortable atmosphere. The way of teaching is really impressive and helpful to improve life drawing skills. I would like to join it again definitely.
Divya Scialo - 10 February 2020
I found the two days of charcoal life drawing at Minerva Workshop really productive and stimulating. The tuition was well guided, sensitively thought out and the exercises delivered at a good pace. The studio space is wonderfully lit and has a great, friendly atmosphere. Overall, it was a really satisfying experience that I would definitely recommend booking a workshop here.
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Age Requirement

16

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Reviews

Ko - 13 February 2020
It’s very intense drawing session without stress or pressure but also can extend our own drawing skills with very comfortable atmosphere. The way of teaching is really impressive and helpful to improve life drawing skills. I would like to join it again definitely.
Ko - 13 February 2020
It’s very intense drawing session without stress or pressure but also can extend our own drawing skills with very comfortable atmosphere. The way of teaching is really impressive and helpful to improve life drawing skills. I would like to join it again definitely.
Divya Scialo - 10 February 2020
I found the two days of charcoal life drawing at Minerva Workshop really productive and stimulating. The tuition was well guided, sensitively thought out and the exercises delivered at a good pace. The studio space is wonderfully lit and has a great, friendly atmosphere. Overall, it was a really satisfying experience that I would definitely recommend booking a workshop here.
Ella - 10 February 2020
This is the second workshop I have attended that Leo has taught at Minerva and I was as pleased with my experience as the first time. Leo clearly has thought through his workshop structure carefully to both support and challenge his students to facilitate an environment where people can develop confidently and effectively. The models were very accomplished and professional further bringing the workshop to a high standard. As well as all that the general atmosphere was very friendly and accommodating allowing us to free up and importantly really ENJOY ourselves! I have taken many life drawing classes/workshops and this was perhaps my favourite one ever! As with last time the space and host at Minerva were fantastic! Big open space which is perfect for making and drawing. They also provide a delicious and generous lunch. I will return again.