Sketchbooks
Draw, Paint, Play Tutor: Elaine Speirs
14th - 18th July 10:00 - 16:00 Join us for a five-day summer school designed to invigorate your sketchbook practice, whether for portfolio development or personal exploration. Guided by experienced tutor Elaine Speirs, you will engage in painting and drawing from an inspiring range of still-life setups, experimenting with mark-making, composition and expressive techniques. Throughout the week, we will take inspiration from artists such as Berthe Morisot, Monet, Joan Mitchell, Van Gogh, Cézanne and Manet, studying their approaches to sketching and painting. By the end of the course, you will expand your artistic language and visual storytelling, build confidence in mark-making and creative expression, and leave with a dynamic sketchbook full of ideas, studies and small paintings. This course is ideal for artists at all levels looking to develop their sketchbook practice, those building portfolios or exploring new creative directions, and anyone wanting to move beyond description and express ideas through materials.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation & Refunds Policy In the event of Look & Draw canceling a class or workshop for any reason, you will receive a full refund. Cancellations made 14 days or more before the start of a course: A full refund will be issued, minus a £30 non-refundable holding deposit. The holding deposit secures your place and contributes to administrative costs. Cancellations made within 14 days of the start of a class: Unfortunately, no refunds can be provided. However, we may offer a discount on a future class at our discretion. Cancellations after the term has started: We cannot offer refunds for classes already commenced.