Exploring Mark Making and Perspective in Drawing with Paul Digby

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This one-day workshop designed to enhance understanding and execution of mark making and perspective.

Arts and Crafts

A selection of workshops which explore different arts and crafts techniques.

The Exploring Mark Making and Perspective in Drawing is a one-day workshop designed for both beginners and more advanced participant. The workshop aims to enhance understanding of various mark-making techniques while developing skills in two-point and three-point perspective drawing. The day will begin with an introduction and a discussion of individual goals, followed by hands-on practice in mark-making techniques. You will learn basic concepts of two-point perspective, with guided exercises to create simple geometric shapes, before breaking for lunch. Afterward, the course will delve into three-point perspective, allowing you to construct drawings of taller structures, and transition into exploring charcoal as a medium for drawing. In the afternoon, participants will engage in practical exercises with charcoal to create tonal drawings, focusing on depth and blending techniques. Finally, you will have the opportunity to develop a finished artwork that combines the skills acquired throughout the day, with individualised feedback and guidance from the instructor. The workshop will conclude with a group critique of the finished pieces, enabling participants to reflect on their work and discuss ways to continue developing their drawing skills in the future. Please note - this workshop is only suitable for adults 18+If you have any access, mobility or other health issues which you think could impact your experience of the workshop, do to let us know in advance and we will aim to make reasonable adjustments where possible, to ensure you have a positive experience.We request resonable notice of at least 2 working days to be able to action any adjustments.Any information disclosed to Swarthmore will be relayed to the workshop facilitator.