Experience the joy of drawing, feel inspired, practice techniques and explore the beauty of materials in the studio with Amanda Watson.

Come and enjoy this retreat-style drawing workshop in my studio. Over the course of the day we will explore the behaviour of various drawing mediums and surfaces, experiment with processes and application techniques, and enjoy the experience of high-quality materials. The workshop is limited to four people and together we will enjoy a light-lunch and the ambiance of my working studio, as well as expanding our drawing experience.

The workshop is designed to look at techniques that capture the likeness of the subject matter including observational, and blind-drawing, using line, tone, shape, as well as expressive gestural mark-making. It is a time to be adventurous with our drawing and to enjoy learning new things.

I will provide the materials that will make drawing so enjoyable including a range of hot-pressed, cold-pressed and weighted card, as well as some of my favourite materials and pigments. Along the way I’ll share some of the things I’ve found most helpful and enjoyable when making drawings.

By the end of the workshop you will have become knee-deep in drawings, conversations, and drawing encounters, and have experimented with a range of materials and techniques. You’ll leave with at least one gorgeous-frameable developed drawing to inspire when you get home. I hope that you will find it to be an expansive and meaningful time.