Life Drawing Night Class
Visual Arts
A course by
Otago Polytechnic
Explore and refine your drawing technique with this Life Drawing Night Class, focusing on expanding your perception and ability to express that perception through drawing the human figure.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Dunedin School of Art, P Block, Dunedin
It will take a total of 7 weeks
This course requires 2 hours per week
Core skills this course teaches
Expand artistic perception
Develop your ability to perceive and express the human figure through observational drawing.
Refine drawing technique
Enhance your drawing skills using a variety of materials and techniques, suitable for different levels of experience.
Understand life drawing etiquette
Learn and follow proper studio etiquette for working with live nude models, including protocols and respect.
What You're Signing Up For
The Life Drawing Night Class is designed for those with previous drawing experience who wish to develop their drawing technique further. The course aims to expand your perception and expressive ability as an artist, using the human figure as the primary subject. The focus of the course is on the drawing experience rather than producing a ‘finished product’, encouraging an accepting attitude towards your efforts. Suitable for both beginners and experienced artists. Classes include working with live nude models in a respectful, creative environment.
Course Content
- Exploring perception through drawing
- Drawing the human figure
- Use of a range of drawing materials (charcoal, conte, etc.)
- Developing expressive abilities
- Understanding drawing room etiquette and model protocol
- Weekly studio drawing sessions
What you need to know first
None, but previous drawing experience is beneficial.
Learners under 16 require parental consent.
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Arts
Visual Arts
Creative Industries
Future employment opportunities might be
Studio artist
Illustrator
Portfolio development for further arts study
Otago Polytechnic is known for high quality, hands on learning that leads to strong outcomes. With excellent student satisfaction, high graduate employment rates, and a commitment to sustainability, it’s a place where practical skills meet purpose. Their award winning programmes span design, fashion, creative arts, trades, health, and business, giving you real experience and real confidence for whatever comes next.