Life Drawing after Work

Step out of the working day and into the studio to build real drawing confidence. Develop your drawing confidence through structured life drawing sessions in a relaxed but focused after-work studio environment. Working from the…

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Course overview

Step out of the working day and into the studio to build real drawing confidence.

Develop your drawing confidence through structured life drawing sessions in a relaxed but focused after-work studio environment. Working from the human figure, you will build skills in observation, proportion, line, tone and composition. This course is designed to help adults slow down, look carefully and draw with growing confidence, whether you are completely new to life drawing or returning after time away.

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Who is this course for?

This course is for adults aged 19+ who want to improve their drawing skills, reconnect with creative practice or enjoy dedicated studio time after work. It is suitable for beginners as well as those with some experience who want to refresh and strengthen their observational drawing.

What you’ll learn

You will learn how to observe and draw from a live model, exploring proportion, gesture, structure, light, tone, mark-making and composition. You will work with a range of approaches and develop confidence in drawing the figure from short and longer poses.

Entry requirements

No formal qualifications are required for this course.

No previous life drawing experience is needed. A willingness to experiment and practise is encouraged.

Future career and study

This course can support progression to our HNC/HND provision, including HNC/D Film and TV, Graphic Design and Photography. It can also support wider art and design study, portfolio development, independent creative practice or continued participation in drawing-based courses and workshops.

Additional costs

Learners may need to bring or purchase basic drawing materials. Any essential requirements will be shared before the course starts.

Frequently asked questions

How to apply?

Your admissions journey will follow a number of straightforward steps and will likely follow a similar format to the steps outlined on our ‘How to Apply‘ page.

For 16-18 courses, places will be offered for a specific course of study at City of Bristol College, subject to the applicant meeting all course entry criteria.

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What support is available to me as a student?

You’ll have our support for every step of your studies. We’re here to help make sure you get the support that you need to succeed.

  • Careers Advice
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  • Students in Care
  • Fees & Financial Support
  • Mental Health Support
  • Academic and Personal Support
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What facilities will I have access to as a student here?

From state-of-the-art engineering, construction and motor vehicle centres to welcoming spaces for A Levels, technical and vocational courses, our facilities are designed to support students in developing the skills, knowledge and experience they need for their future.

Explore our centres, as well as our training restaurants and salons, where students can put their learning into practice in professional environments.

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