Figure Drawing London

Lets sketch the hidden Japanese Garden Island in Regent’s Park! This hidden little Japanese Garden Island looks like a real treat, can’t wait for this one. It is tricky to find so make sure to plan ahead, there’s a tiny little bridge within the inner circle of Regent’s Park. Let's meet in front of the bridge to the garden at 11am. what3words address to help you find this specific location. Tap to see exactly where it is: https://w3w.co/runs.ramp.boost We will go off to sketch at 11, I'll wait for a bit for any stragglers and then we can all meet again at the same spot at 13.00 and compare sketches afterwards! Nearest Tube Stop: Baker Street/Great Portland Street Completely free of charge, no need to sign up, bring a friend. Feel free to drop in for the whole two hours or just short while if you'd prefer. Look for the tall ginger fella sketching away as the central meetup spot, but feel free to roam as far and wide as you like and sketch anything you damn well please! Please bring your own sketchbooks and pens/pencils. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- About Sketchbook London Every week we will choose a location around the magnificent city of London and draw people, buildings, pigeons, bins, anything you want.... No payment, no pressure, no need to sign up, just show up and draw for a couple of hours. All levels, abilities and professions welcome, bring a friend! Zero pressure to interact, network, impress in any way, this is just a way to get out and about and appreciate the joy of urban sketching and all the weird and wonderful creatures that inhabit this thriving metropolis. I am a storyboard artist working in animation and I am happy to discuss sketching techniques or give feedback on any work but this is by no means an exclusive event for artists, all are welcome :)

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Sketchbook: St Dunstan in The East Church Garden

Sat, Aug 15, 10:00 AM

From Sketchbook London

Lets sketch in this little hidden gem in the City, St Dunstan in The East! This church, much like most of London, took a beating in both The Great Fire and The Blitz, and is now preserved in these fantastic ruins. what3words address to help you find this specific location. Tap to see exactly where it is: https://w3w.co/hips.weeks.drop We will meet up in the ruins gardens at 11am, I'll wait for a bit for any stragglers and then we can all meet again at the same spot at 13.00 and compare sketches afterwards! Its quite small so we shouldn’t be hard to find Nearest Tube Stop: Monument/Tower Hill Completely free of charge, no need to sign up, bring a friend. Feel free to drop in for the whole two hours or just short while if you'd prefer. Look for the tall ginger fella sketching away as the central meetup spot, but feel free to roam as far and wide as you like and sketch anything you damn well please! Please bring your own sketchbooks and pens/pencils. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- About Sketchbook London Every week we will choose a location around the magnificent city of London and draw people, buildings, pigeons, bins, anything you want.... No payment, no pressure, no need to sign up, just show up and draw for a couple of hours. All levels, abilities and professions welcome, bring a friend! Zero pressure to interact, network, impress in any way, this is just a way to get out and about and appreciate the joy of urban sketching and all the weird and wonderful creatures that inhabit this thriving metropolis. I am a storyboard artist working in animation and I am happy to discuss sketching techniques or give feedback on any work but this is by no means an exclusive event for artists, all are welcome :)

53 attendees

Sketchbook: Buckingham Palace

Sat, Aug 29, 10:00 AM

From Sketchbook London

From London Arts & Entertainment Meetup Group

Let’s sketch BUCKINGHAM PALACE!! This is it, the grand daddy herself, the beating heart of the Empire, the former silkworm farm turned tourist mecca. Bucky Bucky Pal Pal. what3words address to help you find this specific location. Tap to see exactly where it is: https://w3w.co/wiser.bugs.nurses Let’s meet in front of the Victoria Monument out the front of the Palace at 11am, I'll wait for a bit for any stragglers and then we can all meet again at the same spot at 13.00 and compare sketches afterwards! This area can get busy as all hell with all manner of horses and processions so if plans change or something mad happens on the day ill try and let you know! Nearest Tube Stop: Victoria/ Charing Cross/ Hyde Park Corner Completely free of charge, no need to sign up, bring a friend. Feel free to drop in for the whole two hours or just short while if you'd prefer. Look for the tall ginger fella sketching away as the central meetup spot, but feel free to roam as far and wide as you like and sketch anything you damn well please! Please bring your own sketchbooks and pens/pencils. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- About Sketchbook London Every week we will choose a location around the magnificent city of London and draw people, buildings, pigeons, bins, anything you want.... No payment, no pressure, no need to sign up, just show up and draw for a couple of hours. All levels, abilities and professions welcome, bring a friend! Zero pressure to interact, network, impress in any way, this is just a way to get out and about and appreciate the joy of urban sketching and all the weird and wonderful creatures that inhabit this thriving metropolis. I am a storyboard artist working in animation and I am happy to discuss sketching techniques or give feedback on any work but this is by no means an exclusive event for artists, all are welcome :)

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🌅Messy Is Welcome – Sunset Painting Session #4

Fri, Aug 14, 6:00 PM

From Messy Is Welcome

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🌅 **Messy Is Welcome – Sunset Painting Session #4** A gentle creative space with no pressure to perform. Join us on 14/08 for an evening of painting, music, sunset and quiet company in East London. This isn't an art class — there's no need to be good at drawing or painting. You can chat, stay quiet, create freely, listen to music or simply enjoy being in the space as you are. Bring: 🧺 A blanket 🍓 Food or snacks (if you'd like) 🎶 Your favourite songs or playlists to share ✨ Good vibes, relaxation and optional socialising to gently start the weekend and take a break from work pressures. **Everyone is welcome** — beginners, overthinkers, quiet people, curious people and anyone looking for a softer, more human way to connect locally. A £8 donation is kindly requested to cover materials (cash or bank transfer accepted). 📍 East London (exact location shared after booking) Messy sketches, unfinished paintings and quiet company are always welcome. Follow @**messyiswelcome** for updates and future sessions.

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Drink & Draw

Wed, Aug 5, 6:00 PM

Fancy a drawing class that doesn’t bore you to death? Want to learn how to do art? Join us for our amazing Drink & Draw class in Balham with our brilliant community and real-life artist! Sip on a FREE beverage as you learn some new skills, chat with some fun people and make drawings you’ll be proud of. **What If I’m Shit At Drawing?** Then you should have signed up 10 minutes ago! Trust me, everyone can draw, you’ve just never been shown how. These classes are beginner-friendly and super inclusive so you’ll feel right at home (even if you’re s\*\*\*\*\*\*g a brick slightly about being the ‘newbie’). **When?** This class takes place on the first Wednesday of every month from 7 pm-8:30 pm (except Jan & Feb). **What's Included?** * All materials * A brilliant instructor * A free drink **What Will I Learn?** You’ll look at different techniques each month and make masterpieces that look like a professional drew it! You’ll learn how to shade, measure and create a masterpiece - even if you’ve never drawn before in your life! **Meet The Host** ArtistAnd is a wellbeing & art company run by China Jordan. Founded in 2019, ArtistAnd helps improve people's wellbeing by giving them the confidence to practise art and improve their creative skills. With an inclusive environment and atmosphere, ArtistAnd now teaches in corporate settings as well as classes online and in person for the public. **Age Limit** 18+ **Can't make this class?** That’s ok! Sometimes these things happen so we try our best to accommodate you. There is a limited number of tickets per class and we do get fully booked so if you do need to reschedule, please give 72 hours' notice so we can rearrange your class. Refunds are not available. Feel free to email me at [china@artistand.co.uk](mailto:china@artistand.co.uk)

From London Bridge Life Drawing

Life Drawing. Model to be announced. £14.00.

Wed, Sep 2, 6:00 PM

Model to be announced. Unfortunately, due to increasing costs, I have had to raise the price per session to £14.00. I might add this is the first increase since 2020. The session is held in the TRA Community Hall, Ground Floor, Simla House, Weston Street, SE1 3RL. All abilities are welcome to draw and meet likeminded people. Two hours of active dynamic poses from 2 to 25 minutes. £14.00 for the session. The group is run on a drop-in basis. Pay on the night. Cash or card. Artists are advised to bring their own materials although a small amount will be available for emergency use. I think that is everything but message me if you have any queries. Kind regards, Cliff

ONE DAY PORTRAITS – SUMMER SCHOOL WITH ARTIST KIM SCOULLER: 17-18 August 2026

Mon, Aug 17, 9:00 AM

**One Day Portraits Summer School With Artist Kim Scouller** **Inject a fresh energy into your portrait!** Join London Drawing tutor Kim Scouller for a summer school focusing on the dynamism of quick painting, with expressive brushwork and in the moment focused decision making. Create a series of portraits working from a different model each day. This new summer school is all about making expressive alla prima (wet on wet) portraits in oils. Experiment and refine your approach to portrait painting in this exciting intensive portraiture course. The summer school aims to build your skills over the two days, with each day focusing on a different aspect of portraiture. Starting with working on a small scale, making quick intuitive gestural studies, which will then develop towards making more sustained portraits. Colour mixing including mixing skin tones, paint handling and how to keep the painting loose will all be covered. You will work on small boards as well as larger surfaces. Advice will be given on how to prepare your surfaces and using the various painting materials. For those with more experience it’s an opportunity to work from different sitters with guidance from an experienced artist/tutor. **One Day Portraits** **17-18 August 2026** **10-4.30pm daily** **£210 All materials included** [MORE INFO & BOOKING HERE](https://londondrawing.com/product/one-day-portraits-summer-school-with-artist-kim-scouller-17-18-august-2026/) **Venue:** **Waterloo Action Centre** **14 Baylis Road** **SE1 7AA** **Behind Waterloo Station- Diagonally opposite the Old Vic**

LIFE PAINTING & COLOUR – 2 DAY INTENSIVE WITH LAURA SMITH: 3-4 SEPTEMBER

Thu, Sep 3, 9:00 AM

From London Bridge Life Drawing

# Its all about lush colour and vibrant pattern! We are delighted to be working with Artist Laura Smith for this life painting two day intensive of texture and colour- Laura will be leading us through gestural painting, using markmaking and layering of paint to create confident compositions. We will be using techniques to build your confidence in drawing with paint, working on the fleshy-ness of the model and how to handle pattern so that both complement each other We will be working from the model in a Matisse inspired set, with plenty of inspiration to help us channel the vibrancy and energy of Mattise. With plenty of demonstrations and lots of individual tuition – you can take this class to your own level and really improve your confidence in painting. A great day of creativity – perfect for beginners and ideal for those wanting to brush up on skills and learn more. About Laura Smith Laura studied at the Slade school of Art for her BA and MA, and has exhibited extensively across London and the UK as well as Europe. Her painting is mainly still life and life- with a strong focus on colour, working in oils and watercolour. She currently tutors at Prince’s Foundation and has tutored at the Slade and the Royal Drawing School. 3-4 September 2026 10-4.30pm £195 All materials included [MORE INFO & BOOKING](https://londondrawing.com/product/life-painting-colour-2-day-intensive-with-laura-smith/) **Venue:** **Waterloo Action Centre** **14 Baylis Road** **SE1 7AA** **Behind Waterloo Station- Diagonally opposite the Old Vic**

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Life Drawing. Lorenzo Models. £14.00.

Wed, Sep 9, 6:00 PM

Lorenzo returns! Link to Lorenzo's Instagram [@anewlifemodel](https://www.instagram.com/anewlifemodel/) The session is held in the TRA Community Hall, Ground Floor, Simla House, Weston Street, SE1 3RL. All abilities are welcome to draw and meet likeminded people. Two hours of active dynamic poses from 2 to 25 minutes. £14.00 for the session. The group is run on a drop-in basis. Pay on the night. Cash or card. Artists are advised to bring their own materials although a small amount will be available for emergency use. I think that is everything but message me if you have any queries. Kind regards, Cliff

FIGURATIVE WATERCOLOUR – TWO DAY INTENSIVE WITH AARON JACOB JONES

Tue, Sep 1, 9:30 AM

**Think watercolours are for timid landscapes? Think again!** **We are very excited to be working with Arron who has taken time out of his very busy schedule to return to teaching for the first time in 4 years!! This really is a course not to be missed –** Join Aaron Jacob Jones, a London based artist, tutor and live event illustrator who creates wonderfully expressive life drawings using watercolour and ink for a perfect masterclass intensive! Aaron is a brilliant tutor- with so much to offer in his specialised field. His classes are packed with info and demonstrations with so much to learn. Rather than a rigid step by step system only suitable for limited situations, Aaron teaches students how to analyse pose, lighting, and timing, and adapt their painting approach to suit. With this new mindset to figurative work, you will find something valuable to take away, whatever your usual style. Aaron will guide you through a series of fairly short-posed exercises while you learn exactly how much water to use, how to time each step of your painting, and what does and doesn’t work when painting figures. Although life drawing is the main theme, Aaron’s underlying goals for this course are to help you understand the fundamentals of watercolour and how to use it to boldly and beautifully in any situation. If you’ve ever wished you could add more colour and creativity to your life drawings, or if you’ve tried watercolour and struggled to get good results, this intensive is the perfect one for you! **1-2 September 2026** **10.30-4pm** **£195 Basic materials included** [MORE INFO & BOOKING](https://londondrawing.com/product/figurative-watercolour-two-day-intensive-with-aaron-jacob-jones/) **Location:** **Waterloo Action Centre, 14 Baylis Road, SE1 7AA**

EXPRESSIVE COLOUR – PAINTING PORTRAIT WITH LAURA SMITH: 3-4 SEPT 2026

Thu, Sep 3, 9:00 AM

**Create strong, expressive and lush coloured portrait in this fantastic 2 day intensive!** **We are really excited to announce a special new Summer School with artist Laura Smith- exploring drawing and painting through the lense of lush and intense colour.** We will work though portrait using expressive drawing techniques, exploring emotion through markmaking, working with dynamic poses and props to create simple narratives and imagery. We will consider colour and expressive brushwork to build character and emotional depth in your portraits. This workshop is packed full of practical tips to create strong, confident drawing and painting- with loads of tuition and demonstrations to show you how to get started. You will learn everything you need to know about working from the portrait model in oils and acrylics . Great for building confidence in your creative capability- whatever your ability **3-4 September 2024** **10-4.30pm** **£210 All materials included** **£160 Concessions – low income/ full time students – please email info@londondrawing.com to arrange payment** [TICKETS AND INFO HERE](https://londondrawing.com/product/expressive-colour-painting-portrait-with-laura-smith-3-4-sept-2026/) **Venue:** **Waterloo Action Centre** **14 Baylis Road** **SE1 7AA** **Behind Waterloo Station- Diagonally opposite the Old Vic**

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Life Drawing @ Cave Pimlico

Tue, Aug 4, 5:30 PM

Join us at **cave** for our friendly weekly life drawing sessions in the heart of Pimlico. Whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced artist, these relaxed, untutored sessions are a great way to develop your observational drawing skills, experiment with new techniques and enjoy an evening of creativity. During the two-hour session, we'll work from a professional life model through a series of short and long poses, finishing with a sustained final pose. **£15 per session** includes all drawing materials, tea, coffee, nibbles and a drink. You're also welcome to bring your own materials if you prefer. **Booking is essential.** Reserve your place with a **£5 non-refundable deposit** via Eventbrite: [HERE](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/life-drawing-cave-pimlico-tickets-170116706649) with the remaining **£10 payable on the door** by cash or card. \*\*Please note that if fewer than three people book, we may need to cancel the session. If this happens, you'll receive a full refund of your deposit. We look forward to welcoming you to cave!

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