Make small and large drawings on a variety of different papers using charcoal, ink and pencil. Experiment with the materials using scale to transform the objects into a personal narrative and drama.
You will work experimentally making quick drawings, large drawings and mural drawings using a variety of drawing materials to create an array of work and, in effect, make a showcase of objects on paper.
Please bring an object(s) of your choice to sketch. The object(s) could be personal, carefully chosen with some special meaning or significance, or perhaps you just love it. You could consider two objects together.
Included
The college will provide cartridge paper and a box of thick charcoal per student, plus a roll of Fabriano paper, lining paper, Indian ink, powdered graphite, masking tape and fixative to share amongst the group.
What students need to bring
- Please bring an object/objects of your choice to sketch, some pencils (4B and darker), rubbers and brushes to use with ink.
Additional information
Please wear appropriate clothing/aprons for the workshop or studio, this includes stout covered footwear (no sandals or open toes).
Daily Timetable
Course teaching: 11am–5.15pm
Students arrive: 10.30am-11am (coffee optional)
Morning teaching: 11am-1pm
Lunch break: 1pm-2pm (lunch is not included)
Afternoon teaching: 2pm-5.15pm (15 minute break, 3.30pm–3.45pm)
Teaching finishes: 5.15pm
Short courses are open to anyone aged 18 and over. The course fee covers tuition and materials where stated. You will need to bring all other items listed under the Materials to bring section.
Refreshments
Coffee and tea are included in the course fee, but you will need to bring lunch with you to eat in the refreshments room. There are also plenty of other local venues to purchase food.
Access
If you have any specific access needs, we will need to know about your access requirements in advance. Please tell us about your needs in confidence by emailing: [email protected]
This venue has steps to the front reception, with limited access via a side gate to the ground floor. There is a small lift to higher floors or stairs.
Safety
Short course students are required to sign a safety compliance form as part of West Dean Health and Safety regulations.
Refunds and cancellations
Please refer to our terms & conditions below
Disclaimer
The information given is accurate at the time of publication. However, West Dean College reserves the right to cancel or amend courses if circumstances require.
