The course is divided into three forty-five minute parts, during which the model poses for varying lengths of time. The teacher is attentive to each student’s work, providing personalized advice.

The methods recommended for accurate drawing are essentially the observation of plumb lines, triangulation and the comparison of contiguous shapes.

Elements of perspective are introduced to the extent that they are useful for drawing the model in space, as well as the various objects that accompany it.

Pupils are encouraged to use a variety of techniques: pencils, pens, brushes, charcoal, but everyone is free to choose their own tools. At the end of each hour, all the drawings are brought together for a feedback session, enabling us to discover the drawings made during the time that has elapsed, to observe recurring errors and to suggest new directions for the students’ work.

Occasionally, constraints are formulated by the teacher in order to follow precise indications of framing, treatment and dimension.

Examples drawn from ancient and recent art history are used and commented on.

Material to be provided by the trainee (list communicated on registration).

*Classes will take place during the All Saints’ vacation.

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Photo credit : Adrien Thibault