Portraits for Beginners
With Luke Thompson 6 lessons on Mondays 12th October - 16th November 2026 5:30pm to 8pm
Available spots
Service Description
Portrait in Charcoal for beginners and intermediate 6 lessons on Monday evenings 5:30pm - 8pm Suitable for beginners and those with some experience. This workshop will teach you the absolute basics and fundamentals of drawing the portrait. You will learn how to observe the portrait through the lens as an artist, breaking down pre-conceived notions in order achieve a likeness in your drawing. You will learn the basics of proportion, structure and tone, giving you the tools to develop your skills further in the world of portraiture. We will provide the basic materials for you to complete the workshop. This includes: easel, board, paper, willow charcoal, white chalk, and putty eraser. ABOUT THE ARTIST TUTOR, LUKE THOMPSON: 'For the past 6 years, Luke has regularly taught the fundamentals of drawing and painting at many locations including The Art House Wakefield, The Tetley Leeds, Harewood House, and Left Bank. He also works as a freelance tutor at A level for schools and colleges working with the New Collaborative learning Trust. Demos and workshops have also coincided with exhibitions which have included The Great Yorkshire Show, Leeds Art Gallery and Saltaire Art Gallery.'
Upcoming Sessions
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations, refunds and exchanges: If you cancel your course or class 14 clear days or more before the start date, you will receive a full refund. If you cancel your course or class less than 14 clear days before the start date, refunds will be given at the discretion of Craven Arts. No refunds or partial refunds will be given once the course has started. Craven Arts reserves the right to make alterations to the published details course as necessary and/or cancel the course. In the event that the course has to be cancelled or rescheduled, we will attempt to contact you with as much notice as possible and you will receive a full refund. Craven Arts cannot take responsibility for any of your travel and other costs and/or expenses associated with your attendance or planned attendance of the course (including in the event of changes or cancellation by the Craven Arts). You cannot resell or transfer your place at the course or class without the Craven Arts consent.
Contact Details
55 Otley Street, Skipton, UK
finance@cravenarts.co.uk
Starts Jul 19
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