Weekend Workshops

I run a range of workshops to cater for a range of subjects and techniques. Examples are

  • LEARNING TO SEE AND DRAW AS AN ARTIST
  • TRAVELS WITH YOUR SKETCHBOOK
  • DRAWING WITH IMAGINATION
  • COLLAGE & MIXED MEDIA TECHNIQUES
  • DRAWING ANIMALS FROM LIFE
  • STUCK IN A RUT? WAYS TO GENERATE IDEAS AND CONCEPTS

For information on price and availability please contact me.

Below is an example of a 1 day workshop that I offer. I also can cater for individual group needs

A DAY AT THE ZOO

Drawing animals from life

NEW WORKSHOPS WILL RUN IN 2012 CHECK WEBSITE EARLY NEXT YEAR FOR DATES OR CONTACT ME

Cost $80+ Zoo Entry Fee

Venue The Darling Downs Zoo, Qld

Age 18+

Minimum no of students 4, max 10


During this workshop you will get the opportunity to learn some techniques needed to draw animals from life. These techniques include blind & semi blind contour, tip to toe, memory drawing, quick measuring techniques and simplifying the form into simple shapes. Other techniques will included developing observation skills,  and repeat drawings. I will demonstrate a range of approaches needed to draw a wide variety of animals at various times during the day and then give you time to practise these techniques.

While at the zoo you will get the opportunity to draw lions, monkeys, Australian animals, reptiles, birds and others. Some  basic drawing skills are required.

For further information and details of enrolment you can download the enrolment form here