Course in Drawing from Observation
Grow in skills, knowledge and creativity. Ten weeks, a working studio and a friendly group to learn with.
Starts: Monday 4 January 2027
Runs until: Thursday 12 March 2027
When: Monday and Thursday evenings, 7pm to 9.30pm (doors open 6.30pm)
Length: 10 weeks, 20 sessions, 50 hours of tuition
Group size: Maximum 10
Cost: £420 per 10-week module
Where: Pears Atelier, Malvern
Learn a systematic way of seeing and drawing. Ten weeks, one small room, and a lot of looking.
If you want to find out more about this course and whether it fits with you, please feel free to get in touch. Visits to the studio are welcome.
About the course
In this course participants will learn a systematic approach to drawing from observation. The course involves developing both practical skills such as handling materials, mark-making and line control along with knowledge and understanding of linear perspective, structure and form, light logic and tonal value.
The ability to draw from life is foundational for all representational art – that is drawings and paintings that seek to depict the world we see around us – whether through still life, landscapes, portraits or figure, or narrative pictures. This course will be of interest to those who are already involved in artistic practices – such as painting, printing etc – and want to develop their drawing skills. It is also designed for complete beginners.
How is the course structured?
The course is made up of modules where each module lasts for 10 weeks. Participants begin by learning the fundamentals of drawing and, by taking further modules, can progress to more advanced levels of skill and understanding.
Each module will involve a doing a number of shorter exercises as well as completing a longer project. To begin with these will be simple geometric shapes and then progress to more complex still-life drawings and cast drawings. The course begins with graphite and in later modules progresses to charcoal
What will I learn on the course?
There is a strong emphasis in the course on bringing together three key areas: skill, knowledge, and personal creativity. This enables participants to evaluate their own work and make improvements whilst developing their own creative style.
The course is based in Mike’s own studio (Pears Atelier) so that learning takes place in a space that connects more widely to the professional art scene in Malvern and beyond. The studio also hosts other activities such as life-drawing and portrait drawing sessions.
Learning takes place in a small group with a maximum of 10 people which means there is a strong emphasis on one-to-one tutoring and support. Also, learning together with others in this way is not only rewarding but also forms a creative environment that is encouraging and helps build confidence. And hopefully it is a really enjoyable experience!
What will I learn on the course?
There is a strong emphasis in the course on bringing together three key areas: skill, knowledge, and personal creativity. This enables participants to evaluate their own work and make improvements whilst developing their own creative style.
The course is based in Mike’s own studio (Pears Atelier) so that learning takes place in a space that connects more widely to the professional art scene in Malvern and beyond. The studio also hosts other activities such as life-drawing and portrait drawing sessions.
Learning takes place in a small group with a maximum of 10 people which means there is a strong emphasis on one-to-one tutoring and support. Also, learning together with others in this way is not only rewarding but also forms a creative environment that is encouraging and helps build confidence. And hopefully it is a really enjoyable experience!
Practicalities
The course runs during term times on Monday and Thursday evenings, 7pm to 9.30pm (doors open at 6.30pm). Participants will need to bring their own pencils and paper – an equipment list can be found on the website.
Cost for 10 week module is £420.
Dates for the coming modules can be found on the website.
The studio address is: Room 1.2, Wellsprings House, 28-30 Belle Vue Terrace, Malvern, WR14 4PZ. Go through the green door immediately next to the Arturo Lounge. Take the stairs or lift to the first floor.
Enquires and Questions
If you want to find out more about the course, please feel free to be in touch with Mike by email at mikepears@hotmail.co.uk or drop me a text. I would be happy to arrange a phone call or to meet in person at the studio.
Examples of Drawings that could be done on completion of each module
