An Introduction To Drawing For Beginners

Schedule

Mon, 15 Jun, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Mon, 29 Jun, 2026 at 09:00 pm

UTC+01:00

Location

West Suffolk College In Sudbury | Sudbury, EN

Advertisement
This is a relaxed 3 week workshop that will teach you the basics of drawing; giving you the confidence to develop skills in your own style.
About this Event

15/06/26-29/06/26 Monday evenings from 6pm to 9pm

AN INTRODUCTION TO DRAWING FOR BEGINNERS

A three week art course (9 hours), Monday evening from 6pm to 9pm.

During these classes we will learn how to draw, from producing a quick sketch to a detailed drawing, and we will discover how basic drawing techniques can be applied to any subject matter.


In the first session we will learn how to create a realistic-looking texture using a selection of pencils, charcoal sticks and fine line pens. We will practice shading by using strokes, feathering, crosshatching, fading shading, learning about form, light, shapes, composition, depth and perspective. We will achieve these by drawing simple 3-D shapes and a still-life.


In the second session we will continue to practice how to shade and we will learn how to combine charcoal sticks, compressed charcoal and charcoal pencils by drawing a landscape. You are welcome to bring a photo of your favourite landscape spot, whether this is in your local area or a favourite holiday memory.


In the third session we will be having fun by exploring the art of architecture. We will be drawing a townscape/cityscape with ink pens that come in the range of different sizes and colours. You are also welcome to bring a photo of your favourite building or town streetscape, to make your drawing experience more personal. Though we will take inspiration from famous artists, our aim will be to create an original and unique piece of art.


We will learn, experiment, be creative and have fun.



*Please note that we run all of our courses on a minumum number of participants.


What materials do I need ?

Please bring a selection of pencils, charcoal sticks and fine line pens. Along with some good quality art paper or a sketch book.

Supplies can be purchased from a variety of places, depending on budget and preference, for example Goslings Art Shop in Sudbury, The Works, Poundland or online from Amazon for example.

We will be drawing and sketching on tables, but everyone is welcome to bring an easel if they have one.

If you have any questions about what to bring to the class please contact the centre for more information.

About your tutor:

Marina T-Harrison has a BA Hons in Arts ( BA in Painting, Electives in Scenography, and Conservation and Restoration) and Master in Arts (MA in Scenography, Theatre Direction Pathway).

Her educational background is built on the values of the University of Arts London, where she completed her education in the arts at Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design.

Marina has been teaching at WSC for several years, on many art courses and workshops.

Whether you are interested to have art as a hobby and a leisure activity, or pursue a career in the arts, Marina is a strong believer that you can achieve this at any stage of your life.



Anyone who is under the age of 18 must been supervised by their parent or guardian.

If any of the courses you wish to attend are full or you cannot make the date, please let us know so that we can register your interest and let you know of future opportunities or add your name to a reserve list.

You can contact the team on [email protected] or telephone 01787 880619.

Anyone who is under the age of 18 must been supervised by their parent or guardian.

Please note we run all our courses based on a minimum number of participants.


If you are no longer able to attend the class please contact the team at your earliest convenience. Cancellations received within 48 hours of the class start time are non-refundable.


Event Photos
Event Photos
Event Photos
Advertisement

Where is it happening?

West Suffolk College In Sudbury, 18-20 Cornard Road, Sudbury, United Kingdom

Event Location & Nearby Stays:

Tickets

GBP 75.00

Icon
Know what’s Happening Next — before everyone else does.
Sudbury Learning Centre at WSC

Host or Publisher Sudbury Learning Centre at WSC

Ask AI if this event suits you:

Discover More Events in Sudbury

Watercolour Workshop - Bees, Butterflies & Dragonflies
Sat, 20 Jun at 10:00 am Watercolour Workshop - Bees, Butterflies & Dragonflies

West Suffolk College In Sudbury

WORKSHOPS ART
Essex and Suffolk June Fun Ride
Sat, 27 Jun at 09:00 am Essex and Suffolk June Fun Ride

Lindsey, Suffolk

TRIPS-ADVENTURES
Boxford Vintage & Classic Vehicle Rally
Sat, 04 Jul at 10:00 am Boxford Vintage & Classic Vehicle Rally

CO10 5JH

MUSIC LIVE-MUSIC
Learn to paint like Turner
Sat, 04 Jul at 10:00 am Learn to paint like Turner

West Suffolk College In Sudbury

ART WORKSHOPS
Floristry Award Level 1 - Sudbury
Thu, 26 Feb at 06:00 pm Floristry Award Level 1 - Sudbury

Sudbury Learning Centre

WORKSHOPS MEETUPS
Drawing and Painting with Watercolour- THURSDAY AM
Thu, 05 Mar at 09:30 am Drawing and Painting with Watercolour- THURSDAY AM

West Suffolk College In Sudbury

ART WORKSHOPS
Learn To Paint Like Beatrix Potter
Fri, 13 Mar Learn To Paint Like Beatrix Potter

West Suffolk College In Sudbury

ART WORKSHOPS
Bubbles & Bills
Thu, 02 Apr at 06:00 pm Bubbles & Bills

Carpet Connection

Decorative Techniques Workshop at Little Gems Creative Centre
Wed, 08 Apr at 10:30 am Decorative Techniques Workshop at Little Gems Creative Centre

The Old White Hart, Little St Marys, Long Melford, CO10 9HX Sudbury, Suffolk, United Kingdom

WORKSHOPS
Learn To Crochet - A Beginners Class (Wednesday EVE)
Wed, 08 Apr at 06:30 pm Learn To Crochet - A Beginners Class (Wednesday EVE)

West Suffolk College In Sudbury

WORKSHOPS
Introduction to scentwork
Sat, 11 Apr at 02:00 pm Introduction to scentwork

Training and residential training - on private land near to Long Melford, Sudbury, Suffolk, Sudbury, Suffolk

WORKSHOPS
Embroidery & Textile art
Mon, 13 Apr at 10:00 am Embroidery & Textile art

West Suffolk College In Sudbury

ART WORKSHOPS
Create Your Own Trinket Dish
Mon, 13 Apr at 06:00 pm Create Your Own Trinket Dish

West Suffolk College In Sudbury

WORKSHOPS
Advanced photography course- 4 weeks
Tue, 14 Apr at 06:00 pm Advanced photography course- 4 weeks

Sudbury Learning Centre at WSC

WORKSHOPS PHOTOGRAPHY
Carbon Literacy Training
Wed, 15 Apr at 09:00 am Carbon Literacy Training

West Suffolk College In Sudbury

WORKSHOPS
How to read music 1a-sight-singing and music theory for beginners
Thu, 16 Apr at 07:00 pm How to read music 1a-sight-singing and music theory for beginners

Sudbury Learning Centre at WSC

WORKSHOPS MUSIC
Learn to read music- a 10 week course
Thu, 16 Apr at 07:00 pm Learn to read music- a 10 week course

18-20 Cornard Road, CO10 2XA Sudbury, Suffolk, United Kingdom

WORKSHOPS
*NEW* Sketchbook Club - FRIDAY AM
Fri, 17 Apr at 10:00 am *NEW* Sketchbook Club - FRIDAY AM

Sudbury Learning Centre at WSC

ART WORKSHOPS
Serenity Sounds Luxurious Sound Baths - GLEMSFORD
Fri, 17 Apr at 07:00 pm Serenity Sounds Luxurious Sound Baths - GLEMSFORD

Glemsford Village Hall

MEDITATION HEALTH-WELLNESS

What's Happening Next in Sudbury?

Discover Sudbury Events