Sketching Fashions: Art Illustration Workshop
Sales end soon

Sketching Fashions: Art Illustration Workshop

By Abigail Villarroel

Discover fashion illustration in a fun, experimental workshop inspired by iconic runways, hosted at Thimblemill Library!

Date and time

Location

Thimblemill Library

Thimblemill Road Smethwick B67 5RJ United Kingdom

Good to know

Highlights

  • 2 hours
  • UNDER 18 WITH PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN
  • In person

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 5 days before event

About this event

Arts • Painting

Join us for a relaxed early afternoon art session at Thimblemill Library, held alongside the La Vaca Mariposa / The Butterfly Cow exhibition.

This workshop is all about exploring fashion illustration in a fun, experimental way. Whether you’re a seasoned sketcher or just curious, you’ll be invited to play with different mediums, try out new approaches, and enjoy the process of drawing and painting without pressure.

What to expect:

  • A gentle introduction to fashion illustration, with a look at key illustrators and their techniques
  • A relaxed group discussion around iconic runway shows and moments in fashion history
  • A short live demo to spark ideas
  • Time to sketch, paint, and experiment with your own unique style
  • Space to share and chat through your work with others in an informal “mini runway” of illustrations

Materials:

Bring along any art supplies you’ve been meaning to try out — that sketchbook you’ve never opened, those paints you’ve never tested, or any favourite tools you already love. Basic materials will also be provided, so there’ll be plenty to experiment with.

This session is less about perfection and more about play, observation, and enjoying fashion as inspiration. All levels welcome.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to know about art?

Nope! You can come as you are, you'll be taught everything you need to know.

Do I need to know about fashion?

No! The garments/clothes will be a starting point, but what goes on the page is up to each participant. We'll look through examples of illustrators who are figurative/detailed, as well as illustration that's more abstract/playful. Everyone will be encouraged to follow their interest.

Can I bring my own materials?

Yes! We all have a watercolour palette, or some nice colour pencils we bought, stored at the back of a drawer, and haven't used. This is a chance to pull them out and play with them.

Will you have materials?

Yes, don't worry if you don't have materials, there'll be a selection of basic materials for participants to use too. Including paper, and colour pencils.

I don't know much about illustration, is that alright?

Yeah! That's fine. The first part of the session will include an informative show and tell, where I'll take you through some illustrators of repute, techniques, and examples. Things can be as figurative or as abstract as we wish them to be, it's about exploring the style you best resonate with.

Organized by

Abigail Villarroel

Followers

--

Events

--

Hosting

--

From £16.96
Sep 7 · 12:00 PM GMT+1