Student Comments

“Prepare to look at objects, drawings, life and the way you see art and the world in a completely different way. Free your mind from what you think you know. I’ve learnt how to connect with what I’m drawing and express what I feel and connect with rather than drawing simply what I see. The creativity of drawing comes from your own unique experience of the object which you express through marks, tones, shapes, depth and lines. [My course highlights were that] every day we enter {the studio} and don’t know what to expect. Drawing from different perspectives and ‘feeling uncomfortable’ allows you to let go. It met my expectations and took them further! I expected to learn how to draw and experience an object, but the course took it further in pinpointing each minute detail you should engage with before making a single line. I learnt more than I ever expected.”
Amrinda C

“A great course if you want a challenge – a new way of looking. The concepts were tough t transfer to paper. Learnt a lot. First ever experience of drawing so probably wasn’t to bound up in preconceptions – just give it a go. Very stressful at times – tough to put the theory onto the paper. [My course highlights were] being able to produce something! Really didn’t have any expectations, just wanted some direction – although the website (which is very good) doesn’t really prepare you for how tough this is.   {I’ve now updated the course description after taking your comments on board, thank you.- Brian} Just getting used to it when the course ended after 6 sessions – shame.”
Clare T

“Varied, almost multidisciplinary – the advice about creative thinking can apply to all art and life. I’ve learnt the importance of mark-making, space, and the fluidity of space and objects. I’ve also importantly unlearnt the rigid way in which we view day to day life. [My course highlights were] contouring, and 1:1 instruction. I personally could use some instruction in mark-making as a physical act (Ed: sorry for the limited time on this, but I go more into this topic on the Experimental drawing and the Realistic Drawing course – Brian) but I did learn how to access a more creative space.”
Joe H

The course is very nice and surprising journey about explore different materials and techniques. I really enjoyed and Brian always helps you to feel involved in the experience. I love representing movement, volumes and use of charcoal. It really overcame my expectations because it provided not only technique but also critical analysis about what I want to represent.”
Rosa S

“Eye opening, refreshing and revealing. I have learnt how to draw my experience of an object and space. I now understand the importance of expressing the surface, its contours, etc. [My course highlight was] drawing the push and pull of space. The course has shown me how to draw in three dimensions and to understand the relationships between the elements.”
Josie R

“This course has helped me to see how to approach drawing any object and I think I’ve lost the fear of the blank page and making mistakes. It really does feel like a good foundation to keep exploring and adding to my skills. I’ve learnt to trust the process! I’ve also learnt not to give up on a sketch right away if something doesn’t seem ‘correct’ – there’s usually a way to get back on track and correct what is already on the page. [My course highlights were] the friendly atmosphere and the feeling that everything was coming together. I thought it was going to be a more traditional drawing class. But it turned out to be so much better! I think it’s when we explored the difference between copying and actual creativity. This course was the highlight of the week for the past 1.5 months – thank you.”
Carlotta D