Drawing from Life, Dance and Movement for 15 - 17 Year Olds - Nottingham Trent University

Description

Step into a world where art and movement collide! This exciting and energetic course invites you to explore contemporary approaches to life drawing inspired by the dynamic energy of dance. Guided by professional artists and choreographers, you'll learn to express the power and grace of the human body in motion through innovative drawing techniques. Whether you're new to drawing or already have some experience, this course will help you take your skills to the next level in a creative, collaborative environment. This immersive course combines traditional and contemporary approaches to figure drawing, with a focus on the expressive qualities of movement. During this course you will: • draw live (clothed) models in dynamic poses, capturing the essence of motion • experiment with innovative mark-making techniques • explore the interplay between movement, space, and composition • learn about the somatic theory and how it informs contemporary drawing practices • develop your unique style through mixed-media experimentation. Discover the thrill of bringing movement to life on paper on this innovative course that blends the grace of dance with the creativity of drawing; perfect for aspiring artists and creators looking for a one-of-a-kind experience. Here’s a breakdown of what you’ll study. • Day 1: Icebreaker drawing games, drawing to music, continuous line work, and capturing fabrics in motion. • Day 2: Embodied drawing techniques and collaborative exercises with live, moving models. • Day 3: Dive into contemporary life drawing methods, exploring context and mixed media. • Day 4: Discover performative drawing approaches and create a score for the dancer. • Day 5: Create a summative artwork showcasing “bodies in motion,” and present your work with confidence in a final group evaluation. While the course has a structured outline, the content will adapt to your interests and creative aspirations. Whether working solo or collaborating with peers, you’ll be encouraged to experiment and innovate. You'll leave with enhanced drawing skills and a portfolio of impressive work. Tutor profile: Chris Lewis-Jones is an artist/flanuer who travels across disciplines, media and contexts. He is based at Primary in Nottingham, but is also an Associate Artist at Nottingham Contemporary and Art & Craft Lead Tutor for the WEA across the East Midlands. Although his work has been influenced by the theory and practice of psychogeography, drawing remains central to his practice, and he is never without a sketchbook! In addition to enjoying analytical drawing, Chris also explores expressionistic approaches to mark making and has been commissioned to undertake drawing performances at galleries and other venues across the country. Emma Lewis-Jones is a dancer, choreographer and dance dramaturg. She holds a BA in Choreography from Falmouth University & an MLitt in Fine Art: Performance from Glasgow School of Art. Emma is supported by Creative Scotland, Arts Council England, British Council, Goethe Institut, The Work Room, Dance Base and Fabric to deliver performance projects across the UK and Europe. The course is designed to give you a real experience of university life, make new friends who share similar interests and develop your portfolio so that ultimately, you can make an informed decision about your future. On successful completion of the course, you will receive a certificate of attendance, which will further enhance your CV. You will be based in the Nottingham School of Art and Design on the City Campus. You'll find bright drawing and painting studio and workshop spaces to develop your ideas and create exciting work. You’ll also have access to our library to use outside of your short course; whilst you can’t reserve or take away books, you are welcome to use them as a resource for research and referencing. You will receive an email one week before the course starts with joining instructions on where to go for the first day. Level: Open to all Entry requirement: You should have an enthusiasm for drawing. You must be 15, 16 or 17 years old at the time of the course in order to attend.

What's included in the price?

This course will be delivered in person on Nottingham Trent University city campus. Your course fees cover the cost of studies and include great benefits such as the use of our modern library and free use of the IT equipment and software on the campus during your course. All your materials and equipment will be provided, but you may also want to bring with you: ● A3 sketchbook ● Sketching pencils ● any art and design materials you like working with, such as pastels, colour pens or watercolour paints and brushes. On successful completion of the course you will receive a certificate of attendance, which will further enhance your CV.

Cancellation policy

Medium - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts

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