Experimental Portrait Workshop – 27th July

COURSE CODE: TAS2304T18

COURSE DATES: Saturday 27th July 2024

TUTOR: Zoe Toolan

DAYS: 1

TIMES: 10:00am – 5:00pm

EXPERIENCE LEVEL: Ages 18+, Beginner +

FEE: £105

LOCATION: Mermaid Court Campus, 165A Mermaid Court, SE1 1HR

This engaging and energetic one-day Portrait Workshop will push you to create two experimental portraits through different drawing mediums and processes by working from a sitter. This workshop is ideal for those who already understand the fundamentals of drawing the portrait and are looking for something fairly fast-paced to build on the skills and ideas you have already learnt.

Throughout the day we will look at various artist’s work as well as practical ways to experiment with mediums and approach. By the end of the day, students would have created two portraits and variety of sketches that explore a contemporary narrative. This workshop will inspire you to continue your journey in drawing whilst giving you the opportunity to explore the exciting world of portraiture.

If you enjoy this workshop then we recommend looking into our longer Portrait classes, specifically our week long ‘Drawing the Portrait‘ or ‘Portrait Painting‘.

Recommend booking by: July 13, 2024

Beginner +

All attendees must be aged 18 and over.

Choose a Beginner + course if you are looking to hone your skills, focus on a specific subject area and build your confidence. These courses are suitable for those with some basic skills in and knowledge of the taught medium, but still follow a structured path with guidance from the tutor.

All materials are provided for this course, please wear clothes you won’t mind getting messy.

ZOE TOOLAN

Zoe Toolan is a multidisciplinary artist from the north, now living in Brighton. Social interaction, the nature of experience and our relationship with ‘things’ are recurring explorations within her practice, and she regards any workshop/event she hosts in her role as art tutor/whisky professional as a time-based, participatory happening. Her live art projects have been shown at various locations including Secret Garden Party, she has a piece in the Sluice_ archive, and she has completed design commissions for various bodies including Oxfam.

WEBSITE

www.zklt.co.uk

Mermaid Court

165A Borough High Street London SE1 1HR tel: +44 (0) 207407 6969

Nearest Tube/ Rail: London Bridge or Borough (both a 5 minute walk).

Please note that London Bridge has two exits, the most direct route is to follow signs to “Borough High Street”.

We cannot store your bikes at the Academy, however there is on-street bike parking near our Mermaid Court site.

 

 

Students are welcome to use our Common Room during break times, where you can prepare hot drinks and/or food.

You are also welcome to make tea or coffee.

Terms and Conditions

  • By booking onto one of our courses you agree to our Short Courses Terms and Conditions.
  • You will need to have paid in full before the first session of your class. Your place is not guaranteed until we have received full payment. Please book early in order to guarantee your place on the course.

Materials & Equipment

  • If you purchased a pack online this will be given to you on the first session of your course upon your arrival. Packs can be booked on our Materials Page or on this page when you book the course
  • Please don’t wear your best clothes as there is always a chance you will get messy. If possible bring an apron or overalls.
  • All artwork at the Academy MUST be taken home at the end of each session where possible, with the exception of oil paintings and sculpture works.
  • We cannot store materials at the Academy, so please take these to and from your sessions.
  • Please ensure that your mobile phone is switched off or is on silent during the class.
  • Health and Safety Guidelines will be provided to you a week before the start of your course.

Concessions and Discounts

We offer a number of concessions and discounts, please find more information on what we offer here.

Gift Vouchers

If you would like to purchase a gift voucher to be used on our courses then you can purchase these here.

£105.00

Portrait Workshop