What you'll learn
Learn to put pencil to paper with our drawing courses in Sydney!
Anyone can learn how to draw and our Drawing Course for Beginners will show you how!
If you're an absolute beginner - or a bit of a doodler who wants to sharpen your pencil skills - this Drawing Course is a great opportunity to learn with a small group in a relaxed and casual atmosphere.
Drawing skills are a fundamental building block of various forms of art such as illustration, fine art, or designs. Join this mindful course and learn from a professional and experienced artist how to draw.
In this Drawing Course, you will learn how to observe objects for drawing and be taught how to simplify different forms and structures with proportion and composition. We will look at how we can create an illusion of space by applying negative space and perspective and explore how to draw realistically. With many exercises, demonstrations and discussions, you will have a sound understanding of the core concepts of drawing including line, tone, perspective, and proportion.
Once you have completed this Drawing Course for Beginners, you may like to keep practicing your drawing skills in one of our Drawing studios or expand on your drawing techniques by joining our Drawing Course for Continuers.
Come along to discover new creative skills and start seeing your world as an artist!
Learning outcomes
By the end of this Drawing Course for Beginners, you should have:
- Learned how to observe objects for drawing
- How to plan a drawing
- Practised hand-eye coordination
- An understanding of form and structure to simplify your drawings
- Developed practical knowledge of different drawing techniques such as proportion, combination of lines, shapes and tones, shading and more…
- Produced a range of drawings that explore a variety of media
- Learned to create harmony and contrast in your drawings
- Gained confidence in your drawing skills
Course content
What will be covered in this beginner's drawing course?
- Line and texture
- Proportion and composition
- Tone, shape and shading
- Negative space and perspective
- Contour and volume
Intended audience
This Drawing course is for:
- Beginners who are interested in learning to draw realistically
- Everyone who is interested in improving in their drawing skills
- Students with some drawing experience and would like to refresh their skills
Course venue
2A Gordon Street, Rozelle NSW 2039 (corner of Gordon St & Victoria Rd in the grounds of St. Joseph's Church)
Course materials
What to bring to class
Option 1: Purchase a full materials kit at enrolment checkout. This will be supplied in your first class.
Option 2: Uncheck the materials kit at enrolment checkout and bring your own - consult our Drawing for Beginners Material List.
Additional information
Please note the following:
- Closed-in shoes required
- Please wear old clothes and/or bring an apron
- Long hair should be tied back
Course testimonials
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Michael said: The small class size meant plenty of one on one from the tutor.
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Kathryn said: Being online (I wouldn’t have been able to attend in person)... was almost like being in the room with the tutor, who was terrific. Just wish the course was longer...
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Jean said: The wealth of knowledge and valuable information passed on to the students was well worth attended every class. Keep up the fabulous work.
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Agathe said: Nicola was really good in making people understand the basics of drawing... in a relaxed and interactive atmosphere. Very valuable course.
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Lyda said: Relaxed, enjoyable, therapeutic all possible with the group of people in the class and our fantastic teacher Edie!
Course tutors
Arafat Hosen
Anne Kwasner
Elinor Pickard
Great reasons to enrol in a short course with us
Small classes
A personal approach means quality learning, so you can enjoy plenty of interaction with your instructor and the chance to ask questions.
Short & sweet
Our short courses & workshops get straight to the point, providing the skills you need with minimal commitment of your precious time.
Facilities & equipment
Our range of venues suit every type of course, are easy to get to, and have the equipment and tech needed to support your learning.
Easy, secure enrolment
Enrol online 24/7 with a safe, convenient 3-step process, and you can change your mind up to 7 days before class starts.
Quality instructors
Our educators bring first-hand experience and knowledge, with up-to-the-minute practices from diverse industries.
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Our courses help you rapidly increase your skills and knowledge, for professional development or personal interest.
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<p>Learn to put pencil to paper with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/visual-arts/drawing">drawing courses</a> in Sydney!</p>
<p>Anyone can learn how to draw and our
...<p>Learn to put pencil to paper with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/visual-arts/drawing">drawing courses</a> in Sydney!</p>
<p>Anyone can learn how to draw and our
...<p>Learn to put pencil to paper with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/visual-arts/drawing">drawing courses</a> in Sydney!</p>
<p>Anyone can learn how to draw and our
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