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You will initially explore a range of drawing workshops, leading onto responding to the work of artists, developing your own ideas and working towards more sustained pieces of visual work. Supported by an experienced artist and teacher, you will gain the confidence to put together your portfolio in a logical and interesting way, to recognise and be able to talk clearly about your own working methods and demonstrate a sense of curiosity within your portfolio. Applying for courses is like starting an amazing journey – without always knowing where you are going!
The sessions will run from 4th February- 1st April 2026 (missing the 18th Feb for half term)
Please note this course is for those aged 15+
To register your interest and book a space on the course, please email laura@studiokind.org.uk before the 1st February Spaces will be limited to 12 so that all students get plenty of one-on-one time with Carys.
Session 1: Exploring drawing methods: Observational drawing workshop. Individual tutorials and discussion with individuals their aims for making applications, which course, where etc.
Session 2: 2D and 3D experimental drawing workshop, observation and non-observation drawing. Focus on the importance of drawing in its different forms within a portfolio.
Session 3: Researching and referencing: putting your own work in a context. Reading around your work, the larger picture, responding to other artists / external sources. Responding to work within the StudioKIND gallery space. Individual tutorials.
Session 4: Experimentation within your portfolio: workshop exploring a range of techniques and media to encourage you to step outside your comfort zone and disrupt your regular working methods.
Session 5: Developing your ideas through drawing/mixed media into 2D and 3D work in your chosen subject area. Individual tutorials.
Session 6: Development of ideas working towards a more sustained piece(s) of work. Basic materials provided, specifics to be brought in by participants. Basic painting, drawing, printmaking equipment will be provided.
Session 7: Practical workshop, mono and lino printing on paper / fabric. Imagery from participant’s portfolios.
Session 8: Presenting your portfolio, selecting work. Talking about/writing about your work with confidence. Being your self, bringing authenticity and integrity to your work. Identifying what you make, how and why. Interview tips. Practice interviews, group critiques of portfolios, getting used to being asked challenging questions in an interview scenario, the importance of celebrating successes and how to overcome rejections.
