Metalpoint Drawing with Roy Eastland

Metalpoint drawing came to prominence in Renaissance era Europe and continued to be a core drawing method until it was overtaken by the graphite pencil. It saw a resurgence of popularity in the 20th Century and is now used a small number of contemporary artists, including Roy Eastland. Roy is one of the world’s leading metalpoint artists, with his award-winning silverpoint drawings regularly exhibited around the UK. In the first workshop of its kind, Roy will introduce us to the processes of metalpoint drawing, explaining the tools that can be used and the surfaces that can be drawn on. This workshop is ideal for artists with some drawing experience who want to learn the more about metalpoint drawing and Roy's own personal approach.

What to Expect

Metalpoint drawing encourages a subtle and considered approach to drawing. This workshop, delivered through demonstration, personal feedback and practical application, is an opportunity to gain an insight into Roy’s methods and will give you the skills to develop your own metalpoint drawing process. You will leave with your own metal point stylus and prepared surfaces to work on and will have the opportunity to bein your own drawing during the weekend course.

What to Bring

All materials are included with this workshop. You may wish to bring a sketchbook for taking notes and a plastic folder for taking home your drawings.

Getting to the studio

Approach New England House from the New England Street side of the building and walk up to the locked blue double doors next to the sign for the ‘Building Manager’s Office’. Wait to be let in or call the number on the door for entry - the studio is on level 5, Unit 1 South, just knock and walk in. There is parking at London Road car park, Elder Place & Trafalgar St car parks; Brighton station is a 5 minute walk from the studio

Discounts

The discounted rate is available for anybody on low income, students or Draw Patreon supporters. Become a Draw Patreon supporter by signing up to the Draw Patreon from just £3.60 per month. You’ll get the in-person concessionary rate, plus Patreons get tiered access to a wealth of resources including our extensive artist’s photo reference library, live online life drawing & portrait drawing classes, online recorded courses and much more. Whether you are a Patreon supporter or not, you can post your drawings on the Draw community Facebook group and tag @draw_brighton and #drawbrighton on Instagram.

Safety & accessibility
If you have any accessibility needs, please do let us know beforehand on info@draw-brighton.co.uk and we will do everything we can to make sure you can enjoy the classes here. The building has a wheelchair ramp at the North side of the New England Street entrance and lifts up to level 5 with gender-neutral toilets & accessible toilets on floors 4 & 6 accessed by lift.

We keep the studio a safe environment by providing:

• Monitored ventilation (aiming for <900ppm CO2)

• Air purification with HEPA filters

• Sick pay for our freelance life models

• If you have covid, flu or bad cold symptoms we ask you not to attend - you will receive a refund as well as our appreciation!

Cancellations

Bookings are non-refundable. If you are unwell with a contagious illness you may not attend the class - you can request a refund here on Eventbrite and we can issue a full refund, minus Eventbrite's fees. If you are unable to attend, please do get in touch with us on info@draw-brighton.co.uk to discuss the options for transferring your place to another attendee.