Two artists working on their paintings in a studio setting.

Developing Drawing

Starts 9 Jan 2026 | 3 weeks | Full Day

Venue

RWA Drawing School Studio, RWA, BS8 1PX

Price

£150

Date

Starts 9 Jan 2026

Select your tickets:

£150

Tutor - Ana Carolina Rodrigues

Fridays, 10am - 3pm | 3 weeks

Starts Friday 9 January 2026

This course is perfect for those ready to move beyond beginner level and expand their artistic abilities in a relaxed, encouraging environment. Explore a variety of techniques, from shading and composition to perspective, while drawing inspiration from both classic and contemporary artists. Through supportive instruction and creative exercises, you’ll deepen your understanding of line, form, and texture, and experience a range of drawing media.

Please wear clothes and footwear suitable for a studio environment, and bring a bag or portfolio suitable for taking work home with you.

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Participants must be 18 or over.

If eligible, discounts must be applied when first purchasing your class and cannot be given retrospectively. Please contact us if the discount code is not working.

    If you have a disability, learning difficulty or mental health issue which you feel may affect your participation in your chosen class, please either email drawingschool@rwa.org.uk or call 07745694563, prior to booking, so we are aware of any needs you may have.

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    *Admin fee for courses £25, Admin fee for workshops £15

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