Join professional artist and Northlight artistic director Boris Cruse for an unforgettable four-week life drawing workshop. Northlight is a welcoming and accessible space that understands that each of us learn at a different pace, have a preference for different learning styles and are at different points in our creative journey. We are able accommodate all.

What to Expect:

We'll look at constructive use of line and capturing the gesture in short poses. All our models are exquisitely lit providing an ideal opportunity to work with tonal values and to craft your interpretation through gestural and structural drawing. Boris Cruse, with his wealth of experience, will guide beginner artists and those requiring tuition through each step of the journey, ensuring that you reach your full potential.

Materials 

All necessary materials are supplied at no additional cost including easels, drawing boards, quality drawing papers, graphite, charcoal, Indian ink, brushes, and acrylics. Of course, if you have your own cherished tools, feel free to bring them.

Inspiration:

For those requiring tuition we'll look at the 'how and why?'  of new and old masters. Our four-week workshop is suitable for beginners and experts alike where artists have the opportunity to follow Boris' teaching or simply work from the model. 

Week 1 Simplification of forms using familiar shapes

Week 2 Gesture and structure

Week 3 Using tonal values to create form

Week 4 Proportions of the body and rendering to create a finished drawing

Event Details:

Date: Tuesdays - April 2nd, 9th, 16th and 23rd

- Time: 6 PM to 8 PM

- Age Restriction: 18 and over

- Price: £80 for 4 weeks

Don't miss this exclusive opportunity to work with Boris Cruse, an artist with a passion for teaching and a wealth of knowledge to share. 

Parking

Northlight has a large car park with free parking.

Public transport
Get the number 2 and 3 bus opposite the Corn Exchange which stops outside of Lidl on Harrogate Road. It is then a 1 minute walk to Northlight Arts Centre on Potternewton Lane.