Join artist Laurie Plant in this two-day immersive workshop to learn the techniques to draw and paint Cirencester’s historic church.

Over the course of 2-days Laurie will provide a supportive and friendly space to learn the fundamentals needed to draw architecture, focusing on the church inside and out.

You will explore the church interior and exterior to make 15-minute sketches, as well as larger hour-long drawings to practice different observation methods and techniques, using pencil, charcoal, pastel and watercolour. Laurie will provide, demos and examples to help you learn along the way, focusing on proportion and perspective.

You will draw the exterior of the church from different viewpoints like the graveyard and the Abbey Grounds. You will then be encouraged to focus on smaller details such as a chapel or window.

You will leave this workshop with a new found confidence and the fundamental skills for drawing architecture that can be transferred to further drawing. You will have started a collection of drawings in your own sketchbook to inspire you to continue your architectural drawing journey.

Tutor: Laurie Plant
Day & Time: Monday 20th & Tuesday 21st July, 10am - 3pm
Venue: Brush Studio, New Brewery Arts
Price: £120.00 (£0.00 VAT)

2-days

Please note that this workshop is for those aged 18 and over.

You are welcome to bring a lidded bottle of water with you but we kindly ask that you do not bring food into the studio.

Refreshments are available at our on-site café Blend until 4pm.

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Who is this course for?
This workshop is suitable for all levels, including beginners and those with experience who would like to develop their practice.

What you will need:
Please bring an A4 or A3 sketchbook, all other materials will be provided.

Please bring a portable stool/chair and dress for the weather, as you will be outside for this workshop. You will need to meet at the designated studio for 10am each day.

You will need a bag to carry your art materials, lunch and drink.

Accommodation: 
Residential option available. Find out about our accommodation, costs and how to book here.

MEET YOUR TUTOR - Laurie Plant

Laurie Plant is an artist and teacher based in Cirencester.

Laurie works on many different educational projects, residencies and courses and is President of The Arts Society, Corinium.