Life Drawing Course: Beginners
Discover the foundations of life drawing in this practical, studio-based course in Sydney. Life drawing trains you to truly see and respond to the human form, helping you improve observation, proportion, gesture and expression. Through a series of quick and extended poses, you’ll learn to capture what’s in front of you with confidence and clarity.
The first sessions focus on the core principles of drawing from life, including proportion, gesture and form. You’ll explore different techniques and materials to build a strong foundation before progressing to more developed studies.
Working with a professional life model, you’ll engage in both short and long poses to refine your ability to draw quickly, observe detail and understand anatomy. You’ll experiment with a range of media while exploring line, tone, composition and the effects of light and shadow. Set-ups may include props and varied lighting to deepen your understanding of the figure in space.
Guided by a practising artist, you’ll also look at artists who work creatively with the human form, using their approaches as inspiration for your own drawings. By the end of the course, you’ll feel more confident in your skills and personal expression.
Course Content
- Basic principles of drawing from life, including structure and proportion
- Using tone and perspective to create volume and depth
- Expression and experimentation with different media and techniques
Additional Information
- Students must be 18 years or over to attend
- Closed-in shoes are required
- Content may vary depending on class pace and participant interests
Details
You will learn
- Understand and measure human figure proportions
- Apply gesture, structure and tone to create form
- Experiment with expressive techniques across different media
You will get
- Guidance from a practising artist
- Practice with a professional life model
- Easels provided in a studio environment
Appropriate for
Adults (18+) of all levels; some drawing experience is an advantage.
Preparation
What to bring
- A3 cartridge paper pad and A2 cartridge sheets
- Willow charcoal, 2B & 4B pencils, white chalk pastel and eraser
- Black drawing ink and a round watercolour brush (size 12 or similar)
What to wear
Closed-in shoes and old clothes; long hair tied back.
Your Teacher
Sydney Community College
38 reviewsSydney Community College is a registered charity with a voluntary Board of Directors.
The College has a mission to offer innovative continuing adult education and training programmes that support individual efforts and facilitate sustainable social change.
We do this by:
- Providing quality continuing adult education opportunities for people to build practical and theoretical skills and develop knowledge;
- Leveraging from and developing community capacity and inclusivity;
- Developing innovative affordable and accessible skills training programmes;
- Partnering with like organisations to deliver learning opportunities for disadvantaged individuals and communities;
- Partnering with all levels of government to deliver education policy objectives.
Cancellations & Refunds
If the organiser cancels the class:
You are entitled to a full refund.
If you can't attend the class:
You’re welcome to send someone in your place.
OR
- A refund can be requested 10 days before class starts. An admin fee of AU$45.00 applies.
Terms & Conditions
At Sydney Community College, we know that plans can change unexpectedly. Whether it’s a shift in your schedule, a family emergency, or just a change of heart, we want to support you in the fairest way possible.
At the same time, we’re a not-for-profit organisation that commits resources to running each class—so last-minute cancellations can significantly impact our ability to offer quality, affordable programs.
That’s why we’ve created a simple, transparent policy that balances your need for flexibility with our need to plan and deliver courses sustainably. Our cancellation policy offers two clear options, depending on when you notify us:
Cancel More Than 10 Days Before the Course Starts – You can choose to receive a full refund, minus a $45 administration fee OR a non-refundable credit note valid for 12 months for the full value you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Option 2: Cancel Within 10 Days of the Course Starting - You’ll receive a credit note valid for 12 months for 50% of the course fee you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Please note that both refund and credit options are only available before the course begins. Once the course has started—or if you decide to withdraw after it has commenced—no refunds or credits can be issued. If you need to cancel your enrolment, just email us and we’ll take care of it based on the timelines above.
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