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Lydia Cecil takes on three 20-minute figure poses of model Charlotte in this session, with an emphasis on finding the gesture in the torso. Working with willow charcoal and white chalk on packing paper, she brings a sense of movement and flow to the sketches, capturing the essence of each pose.

In this session, Luca Indraccolo takes on another dramatic portrait, capturing model Sam from an extreme angle. Using Faber-Castell Polychromos pencils in Black, Van-Dyck Brown, Sanguine Red 188, and White on grey-toned paper, along with Staedtler and pencil erasers, he delves into the challenges of perspective and contrast to create a striking composition.

In this session, Luca Indraccolo draws a striking portrait of model Leidy, capturing the face from an extreme angle. Using a black Prismacolor Col-Erase pencil and white pencil on off-white paper, he explores how to tackle challenging perspectives while maintaining balance and clarity in the composition.

Lydia Cecil studies the figure of model Paul in this session, concentrating on using shading to showcase muscle and bone anatomy. Working with willow charcoal on white paper, she explores how to convey the body’s structure while maintaining a sense of fluidity and expression.

In this session, Lizet Dingemans recreates an 1896 lithograph by Alphonse Mucha, showcasing his signature blend of geometric structure and flowing, organic lines. Using pencil and ink pen on cream paper, she examines how Mucha balanced the graceful curves of the figure with decorative, architectural elements to create his timeless Art Nouveau compositions.

In this unique session, Lizet Dingemans draws model Adrian posed alongside a skeleton, exploring both value-based and line-based approaches. Using willow charcoal, compressed charcoal, and pan pastel on grey paper, she will show you how to compose a figure drawing that balances bold masses with precise lines, bringing the scene to life with depth and contrast.

In this session, Lizet Dingemans draws a shadowed portrait of model Charlotte, exploring the drama and depth created by strong contrasts. Using willow charcoal, compressed charcoal, and white pastel pencil on grey paper, she focuses on capturing the subtle interplay of light and shadow to bring the portrait to life.

Lizet Dingemans takes on a reclining figure of model Charlotte in this session, exploring the contrasts between pan pastel or charcoal dust and traditional charcoal pencil and willow charcoal. Working on white paper, she demonstrates how each medium handles tone and texture, showing their unique qualities in capturing the figure's form.

In this session, Lizet Dingemans captures the expressive qualities of model Max. Working with willow charcoal, a charcoal pencil, and white pastel pencil on grey paper, she will explore how to convey emotion and character through subtle tonal shifts and bold contrasts.

Lydia Cecil explores the art of drawing fabric shapes in this session, working with model Sowmya in a clothed figure pose. Using charcoal on white paper, she emphasizes how to capture the flow and structure of fabric, translating its folds and drapes into clear, dynamic shapes.

Join Patrick Byrnes as he paints Shariff from life using a full colour palette. Patrick will talk about painting the model from life and give hints and tips about how to achieve a likeness; how to choose colours; how to achieve a sense of dimensionality; and much, much more.

In this session, Lizet Dingemans will be working with model Myriam to build the portrait using shapes rather than lines. With willow charcoal on white paper, blending tools like a hog brush and Sofft knife, and an optional compressed charcoal pencil, Lizet will give tricks and tips on how to create form and depth by focusing on tonal shapes for a softer, more dimensional effect.

In this session, join Luca Indraccolo and model Gary to learn how to use values and edges to convey form. Using Faber-Castell Polychromos pencils in Black, Cold Grey IV, Cold Grey II, and White on black A4 paper, along with Staedtler and pencil erasers, Luca builds depth and structure through subtle contrasts and carefully softened edges.

Luca Indraccolo guides us through his process as he draws a portrait in profile of model Emma in this session, working with pencil on white paper. By emphasizing the contours and structure of her profile, he'll show you how to bring an elegant level of detail to the composition.

For this figure drawing session, join Lizet Dingemans as she captures model Mark with flesh-coloured pastel pencils on toned paper. She will explore ways to bring out the natural variations in skin tone, adding depth and realism through careful shading and layering. Lizet is using burnt sienna, sanguine, beige red, and white pastel pencils, but any flesh toned ones will do.

In this session, follow Lizet Dingemans as she captures model Noy in a costume portrait. Working with pastel pencils on toned paper, she'll show you how to draw attention to specific details, using contrast and texture to enhance the visual impact and bring character to the piece. Lizet will be using Pitt Pastel walnut brown and white on brown paper, but feel free to use whatever you like.

In this figure drawing session, we have Lydia Cecil and model Irina, focusing on the bony points of the seated pose. Keeping things simple with pencil on white paper, follow Lydia as she works on two 30-minute poses and gives tips on how to highlight anatomical landmarks to add structure and realism to the figure.

Join Lizet Dingemans in this portrait session with model Mark, as she demonstrates the art of using Pan Pastels and pastel pencils on white paper. Through layering and blending techniques, Lizet will reveal how to achieve soft transitions and rich depth, enhancing the subtle details and expressive character in Mark's features.

Join Lizet Dingemans in this session with model Mark as she demonstrates the use of Pan Pastel. Working with black and a colourless blender, alongside compressed charcoal pencil and willow charcoal on grey paper, Lizet will guide you through techniques for smooth blending, focusing on creating depth and texture in the figure through subtle tonal gradations.

In this session, Lizet Dingemans draws model Sarah Jane in costume, focusing on the structure of the portrait. Using simple pencil and paper, she demonstrates how to build a strong foundation through careful attention to proportions and underlying forms, bringing both the character and costume to life with precision.

Join tutor Luca Indraccolo as he captures a figure of model Samantha using red sanguine pencil and white pencil on brown-toned paper. In this session, he focuses on how to use tonal contrast and highlights to enhance form and depth, creating a warm and harmonious composition.

In this session, Luca Indraccolo works with model Rosemarie, focusing on the challenge of incorporating hands into the composition. Using charcoal pencil, black Prismacolor Col-Erase, white pencil, and erasers on grey toned paper, he demonstrates how to capture both facial features and hands with balanced detail and expression.

Focusing on the intricate anatomy of the back this week, Lizet Dingemans draws model Julian in this session. Using 3B and H pencils on white paper, she will guide you in how to depict the muscle structure and contours with accuracy, offering tips on shading and proportion to bring out the subtle details.

Lydia Cecil delves into the life and works of Käthe Kollwitz in this mastercopy class, focusing on the artist's evocative style and emotional depth. As she reproduces one of Kollwitz's self-portraits in charcoal on off-white paper, Lydia explores the techniques and expressive power that made Kollwitz's work so influential. This session offers insights into both the artist's legacy and the fundamentals of charcoal drawing.

Lydia Cecil works with model Emma in an acrobatic figure pose for this session. With charcoal, chalk, and red conte pencil on grey-toned paper, she explores some ways to use these materials to balance warm and cool tones, creating a dynamic effect that draws the viewer's eye.