The National Gallery, London.
Meet inside the Portico Entrance.
You may book your free ticket from The National Gallery website in advance (for faster entry) if you wish but this is not essential.
PRICE: £80 (INCLUDING BOOKING FEE*) FOR THE DAY
National Gallery, London
Students will be encouraged to seek out works that speak to them and respond in their own, unique way.
Tutor Laura Smith is passionate about drawing from paintings. She believes that it slows down our looking and allows us to see more deeply into the mind of the artist. She will draw alongside students, sharing her approach to the activity.
The day will begin with a short introduction to the collection and suggestions for drawing subjects. Students will then be encouraged to split off and draw from whichever painting most appeals to them for the rest of the morning.
After lunch, students will gather together and spend time walking through the gallery, looking at the paintings drawn in the morning and sharing thoughts and ideas. The rest of the day will be spent making new drawings.
Students will be encouraged to seek out works that speak to them and respond in their own, unique way. All levels of experience are welcome.
ABOUT YOUR TUTOR
Laura Smith is a London based painter and one of the newest members of the NEAC. She studied at the Slade and the Royal Drawing School. She teaches at Heatherley School of Fine Art and is passionate about the benefits of drawing from great paintings as a way of unlocking their secrets.
WHAT TO BRING
Please bring a sketchbook and pencils or pens. Unfortunately, dusty or wet materials - such as charcoal, pastels or watercolours - are not allowed in the gallery.
DATE AND TIME
Saturday 18 November 2023
10:30 – 16:00