Life Drawing for Fashion Designers
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Life Drawing for Fashion Designers
Mark Risdon
The aim of this course is to inspire and develop individual approaches to drawing from life. Experimental exercises will increase concentration, observation and confidence, whilst exploring new ways of drawing the figure. The time will be spent working from the clothed model in a variety of media. Although ideally suited for those from the field of fashion, this course is perfect for anyone with a passion for (or desire to try) drawing from life. All levels of ability are welcome, from beginners to advanced students. This course has been running at Central Saint Martins for many years and has been formative in developing the drawing skills of many well-known artists and designers.
Mark Risdon works as a fashion illustrator, designer and lecturer.
Alternative Dates and Times
Many of our courses are repeated throughout the year. If the above dates is not suitable for you,
or there are no dates showing for this session, then please choose an alternative session.
Please bring with you to the first session:
- A2 or A3 paper and soft pencils
Also a selection of materials for drawing in monochrome line, which may include for example:
- Oil crayon
- Charcoal
- Coloured pencil
- Marker pen
- Watercolour crayon/pencil
- Soft pastel
- Brush and ink
During the course you will be encouraged to experiment with different media which may include, for example:
- Pencil
- Charcoal
- Graphite
- Oil pastels/crayons
- Coloured pencils
- Marker pens
- Watercolour crayons/pencils
- Soft pastels
- Inks
- Watercolour
- Gouache paint
- Brushes