Course summary:
November can be a wild month, especially here on the South coast in a studio so close to the sea. A good time for embracing the weather and moving the body, making large gestural drawings inspired by the energy of this place. Come and immerse yourself in the experience, whether taking a walk by the water’s edge or sheltering in the studio, and translate those invigorating sensations into marks on the page.
Using pencil, charcoal and mixed media, you will make small drawings outside (November weather permitting!), observing the natural rhythms and patterns of sea, sky and shore, as well as more abstract responses to sound and movement. In the studio these observations and marks will be put through a process of repetition and layering until the surface is covered, working further, rubbing out, sticking on to find a connection to the space and energy of the great outdoors.
Large-scale drawings (4ftx8ft) will be worked on over two days to enable you to really investigate the process of change, the build up of marks, and the abstract potential of charcoal on paper. At the end of the course you may choose to take it away whole, cut it up into smaller pieces, wash it off in the sea, or leave it behind and take away only the memory of the experience.
Tutor biography:
Katie looks at the world intensely, noticing everything, making connections, finding narratives. Her work records the process of looking, crossing through time and space, drawing on memory and history.
Katie’s work has been selected for the Discerning Eye, Lynne Painter Stainers Prize, Royal Academy Summer show, Jerwood Drawing Prize. In 2020 she was awarded 1st prize in the Derwent Drawing Prize for The Blue Bedroom, selected for Wells Contemporary Exhibition, Broadway Arts Exhibition, and Glyndebourne Festival Exhibition.
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Location:
Arch 3 at Atelier Beside the Sea and Brighton Beach. Please check in with a member of staff at the Atelier Beside the Sea shop till to be directed to the correct area.
Atelier Beside the Sea
165 Kings Road Arches
Brighton, BN1 1NB
Refreshments provided:
Tea, coffee and biscuits are provided during class. Please bring a packed lunch, or visit one of the neighbouring seafront cafes.
What to bring with you:
All materials are provided by Atelier Beside the Sea. We will be using charcoal, graphite, pencil, pen and chalk pastels, mostly in black and white (colour chalks an option), with an eraser and rag for rubbing out. With additional collage, tissue paper, and black and white acrylic/gouache paint being layered and added as required.
If there are specific colours or materials you would like to incorporate into your piece, you are welcome to bring them.
Dress appropriately for the outdoors - the studio itself is very warm but the beach will be chilly especially on windy days. Layered, warm clothing recommended, including hats, gloves, scarves and thick socks. If rain is likely, please ensure your coat and shoes are waterproof.
Booking terms & conditions:
You can view the booking terms & conditions here.
As we send information to you ahead of your course start date, please ensure you provide full contact information when booking, including a contact number and email address.
Contact us:
If you have any questions about this course, please feel free to contact us at make@atelierbrighton.co.uk.
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