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Capturing Movement Through Drawing

Capturing Movement Through Drawing

Learn to sketch the human form in motion in our dedicated art studio in Central London, under the guidance of professional art practitioners.

Artists throughout history have not just used the human figure to elevate their work, but also used the human form in motion to create a deeper visual narrative within their work. Using the inspiration of Artists such as Degas, you will be learning how to capture movement from a live dancer. 

You'll focus on understanding form and structure within the figure before exploring a multitude of approaches to present motion, gesture and movement within our drawings.

Class Content

Our Life Drawing lessons are ideal for those with little or no experience in drawing the human body, or those who want to refresh their technique:

  • Learn and practise correct proportions. 
  • Work on observation drawing. 
  • Practise various marks to pencil and charcoal creating movement quickly.  
  • Understand structure and mass within the figure and how we can use this within our drawings. 
  • Learning how to capture gestures, and with it, movement with our figurative drawings. 
  • Expand your knowledge on classical inspired figurative drawing. 
  • Dive into expressive markmaking presenting form and movement in a number of different techniques. 
  • Practise using gesture, movement and form to present a visual narrative. 
  • Using visual understanding of form, to be able to compose drawings from imagination.

Equipment

Just bring your enthusiasm, and willingness to unleash your creative voice.

Level

Beginners and above. Some experience is favoured.

Register your interest

We will be publishing new class dates soon - please register your interest and we will be in touch with more information.

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Last Name*
Email Address*
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PAYMENT OPTIONS

ONLINE & PHONE PAYMENTS

Online – To book your selected class/course online, just click Book Now next to your chosen class/course.
Phone – We would be happy to take your booking over the phone, just call us on 020 7042 8833.

CASH & CHEQUE PAYMENTS

Cash - You are welcome to pay cash, just come and see us at our office: City Academy, 38 Rosebery Avenue, London, EC1R 4RN
Cheque - You can also pay by cheque by filling out this form (click here) and posting it to the address above.

CANCELLATIONS POLICY

We offer a full refund or full credit if you cancel at least 72 hours before the start of your booking.
We cannot offer any refund if you cancel less than 72 hours before the start of your booking, or if you do not attend. Please note bookings are non-transferable after 72 hours.
(For more information please see our terms and conditions)

10% DISCOUNT AVAILABLE

If you book 2 or more different classes/courses at a time we can offer you a 10% discount. If you wish to take advantage of this offer please enter 2ORMORE in the promotional code box when booking online or quote code when booking over the phone. Please note that this offer cannot be applied when you are booking two or more of the same class/course.

Register your interest

We will be publishing new class dates soon - please register your interest and we will be in touch with more information.

First Name*
Last Name*
Email Address*
Phone Number*

PAYMENT OPTIONS

ONLINE & PHONE PAYMENTS

Online – To book your selected class/course online, just click Book Now next to your chosen class/course.
Phone – We would be happy to take your booking over the phone, just call us on 020 7042 8833.

CASH & CHEQUE PAYMENTS

Cash - You are welcome to pay cash, just come and see us at our office: City Academy, 38 Rosebery Avenue, London, EC1R 4RN
Cheque - You can also pay by cheque by filling out this form (click here) and posting it to the address above.

CANCELLATIONS POLICY

We offer a full refund or full credit if you cancel at least 72 hours before the start of your booking.
We cannot offer any refund if you cancel less than 72 hours before the start of your booking, or if you do not attend. Please note bookings are non-transferable after 72 hours.
(For more information please see our terms and conditions)

10% DISCOUNT AVAILABLE

If you book 2 or more different classes/courses at a time we can offer you a 10% discount. If you wish to take advantage of this offer please enter 2ORMORE in the promotional code box when booking online or quote code when booking over the phone. Please note that this offer cannot be applied when you are booking two or more of the same class/course.

No Venue

All City Academy tutors are experienced professionals from theatre, film/TV and performance industries. So whilst they're training you they may also be rehearsing for a West End show or working on a movie. We like that and we do believe it makes a difference in class.

No Tutor

ALL ART SUPPLIES ARE PROVIDED

No need to bring anything to our Art classes - we supply everything!

City Academy's art studio base at the Arts Theatre is fully equipped with everything you need to get creative. You'll have access to charcoal, paints, pencils, pastels, ink, paper, easels, brushes, mobile lighting and a wide range of props to suit your chosen class. 

ENJOY WITH FRIENDS OR COLLEAGUES

City Academy delivers bespoke workshops for groups and teams! Enjoy this course at a time and place to suit you. Whether you're a group of friends or a team looking for a creative activity, get in touch to explore ideas today.

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