Day

Time

Typical programme

One

Morning
9.30am-
1.00pm

Introduction to the studio, the tutors and other students. Demonstration of different drawing styles, materials and techniques. Experimentation in line, tone and texture in different media.

Afternoon
2.00pm-
5.00pm

Approaches to composition, proportion and perspective. Drawing 3D objects and still-life arrangements in different media. Critique and group discussion.

Two

Morning
9.30am-
1.00pm

Keeping a sketchbook and developing a portfolio.
Colour theory and experimentation with colour and printmaking.

Afternoon
2.00pm-
5.00pm

Continue working in the studio, the gardens or surrounding countryside. Individual tutorials.
Critique and group discussion.

Three

Morning
9.30am-
1.00pm

Life drawing (life model for the whole day) and/or printmaking.

Afternoon
2.00pm-
5.00pm

Continue life drawing and printmaking, or pursue individual interests.
Critique and setting up group exhibition.

4.00pm-
5.00pm

Exhibition with wine