Beyond Representation: Drawing from Life and Imagination

TERM School of Art

Unleash your creative potential in drawing inspired by the revolutionary practices of  Max Ernst, Hilma af Klint, and Louise Bourgeois.

Unlock your creative potential by pushing the boundaries of figure drawing, guided by the revolutionary practices of three groundbreaking artists—Max Ernst, Hilma af Klint, and Louise Bourgeois. This course will inspire you to move beyond conventional representation and find your unique artistic voice through imaginative and expressive drawing techniques. People with any level of artistic experience are welcome, from total beginners to established artists.Through study of each artist's approach to drawing, you'll gain the confidence to break free from traditional figure drawing methods. We’ll explore how the unconscious mind, spirituality, and deeply personal symbolism can be harnessed to create evocative works that blend reality and imagination. <ul><li>Max Ernst (6th Nov): Known for his surrealist drawings, Ernst used automatic drawing techniques to access the subconscious and explore the fantastic. We'll experiment with surrealist methods like automatic drawing and frottage (rubbing) to discover how spontaneity and chance can lead to imaginative and otherworldly figures.</li><li>Hilma af Klint (13th Nov): A visionary of abstraction, Hilma af Klint's work sought to visualise the spiritual and scientific realms beyond what is visible to the eye. Her mystical approach will inspire us to "blast apart" traditional figure drawing, incorporating music, meditation, and spiritual exploration to create forms that transcend the physical world.</li><li>Louise Bourgeois (20th Nov): Known for her deeply personal, symbolic drawings, Bourgeois used abstraction and symbolism as a means of processing emotions. Her imagery of spiders, spirals, and fragmented body parts invites us to tap into our own emotional landscapes. We'll explore abstraction as a tool for self-expression, using personal symbols and motifs to create powerful, emotive drawings.</li></ul>Throughout the course, you’ll engage in dynamic drawing exercises that blend observation (from photographs), memory, and imagination, encouraging you to push the boundaries of what figure drawing can be. Whether you’re seeking to refine your technique or develop a more expressive and imaginative style, this course will provide the tools and inspiration to take your work to the next level.

We pride ourselves on our friendly and welcoming approach as well as our qualifications on bringing art learning to all. TERM Art Classes have previously been commissioned to deliver classes by Vans x MoMA, museums and archives and multiple arts organisations and have been recognised by The National Archives, and shortlisted for a Marsh Award. TERM tutors Anna and Klaire also work for Liverpool Biennial, UP Projects, London and many other organisations in arts education delivery. Now you can join the community of professional and budding artists at these relaxed and welcoming online Themed Life Drawing classes from the comfort of your own home, anywhere in the world! TERM tutors are all artists and will guide you along the way with their background of degree and MA level education in Critical theory, History, Performance Art, Scenography, Fine Art and Art History, including studies at The Royal Drawing School, London.

You will need:• A space to relax and make.• A surface to create on - paper, an iPad, a notebook, etc.Drawing materials. We recommend the following for the sessions but will send out our specific recommendations for each class:<ul><li>Pencils - 2b pencil or softer would be good</li><li>ink or/and watercolours</li><li>white and optional coloured papers</li><li>textured items to make rubbings off (like leaves/coins/keys/sieves/wallpaper)</li><li>inky pen</li><li>water in a pot,</li><li>rubber/eraser,</li><li>paint brushes</li><li>Charcoal and/or graphite stick</li><li>crayons and/or soft pastels</li></ul>• Internet and access to https://zoom.us/.• Finally, feel free to bring a drink and snacks! TERM Themed Life Drawing is streamed LIVE via Zoom on London UK time zone. Coordinated and delivered by professional artists Klaire Doyle, Anna FC Smith, and guests based in England.Find us on social media @artdiscusstermTERM's affiliated organisations: Artist Discussion and Wigan STEAM.Age: 16+.No recordings are permitted during these classes.These are non-refundable tickets unless we cancel the event.One ticket purchase per participant, even if multiple participants are using the same computer screen. (Unless on a promotional offer) Zoom info:Please note that you will receive Zoom info via email (from termartclass@gmail.com) approx 45 minutes before the event when ticket sales end.Using a mobile device - Download the Zoom app.Using a PC / laptop - Use https://zoom.us/Just before the class on the day - Log into Zoom.us by entering the login info sent to your email (please check junk mail if this isn't in your inbox).

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