I’ve run figurative workshops, courses and regular untutored groups for many years alongside my own practice. Although classically trained, I believe one of the most important parts of art education is working with people on an individual level — helping them build confidence and find their own voice. Everything I teach is centred on the life model, whether it be drawing, sculpting or anatomy. My classical background is there when it’s useful, and I can take the training to a more traditional or anatomy‑focused level in dedicated courses, but in clubs the emphasis is always on personal development and supporting each person’s own way of approaching the figure.
In all my classes and clubs, I try to create an environment that feels steady, supportive and open. Figurative work can be both demanding and vulnerable, so I place a lot of importance on atmosphere: a space where people feel comfortable enough to take risks, try new approaches, slow down, or work quietly with concentration. The life model sits at the centre of this, offering structure while still allowing for individual direction. The overall intention is to foster a respectful, focused setting where people can grow at their own pace and in their own way. with plenty of tea and coffee!
An untutored block of four clay‑sculpting sessions in my studio, working from Faye, an experienced life model. You’ll build a small clay figure sketch from observation and can store your piece in the studio or take it home between sessions.
At the end, you can prepare your sculpture for firing with my help; firing can be arranged for a small additional charge. Please bring your own tools, clay board, wrap cloths, sprays, and plastic bags to keep the work damp.
A steady, focused way to work directly from the model in a sculpture studio.
Days and Times: Monday Afternoons 1.30-4.30
Dates: 1st, 8th, 15th and 22nd June
Location:: My studio at The Depot, Harmans Way, Weedon Bec NN7 4PS
Building 14 -first floor insde the Bulldog and Bear Barbers
FIGURE AND PRINT
Bodies from the Carton is the first one‑day workshop. of thsi special series It brings together life drawing and experimental Tetrapak intaglio, using recycled materials to push your mark‑making into new territory. It’s designed for both complete beginners and experienced artists Led by Gaynor Dudley
This workshop is about loosening your grip on the familiar — letting the process lead, embracing the oddities of recycled materials, and discovering what happens when life drawing meets a completely different way of thinking.
Tea, coffee, and unlimited biscuits will be available throughout the day. The session is fully accessible, with additional support provided wherever needed.
Date: 1st August
Time: 10-4
Location: Yardley Arts The Old School Hall, The Square, Yardley Hastings, NN7 1EU
Cost: £75
After a 30‑minute introduction to Tetrapak intaglio The morning is a session drawing directly from the model onto your Tetrapak plates and testing as you go. After lunch, you’ll also work from other materials and life drawings you bring along. Prints will be A4 or smaller, so you can try multiple variations.
We are so lucky to welcome political artist and disability advocate Fae Kilburn. She will begin the day by sharing her creative ethos, and how she integrates disability awareness and advocacy into her work. She’ll then lead us into a hands‑on monoprinting session, showing different techniques can be used. then we will work spontaneously and expressively in response to a live model.
Tea, coffee, and unlimited biscuits will be available throughout the day. The session is fully accessible, with additional support provided wherever needed.
Date/time: 15th August, 10:00–16:00
Location: Yardley Arts The Old School Hall, The Square, Yardley Hastings, NN7 1EU:
Cost: £110
A relaxed, drop‑in life drawing club in the bright, spacious studio at Yardley Arts. A small, friendly group (usually 5–13 people) with a professional model, good lighting and a different theme or timing each session.
There’s a morning session, an afternoon session, or you can stay for the day. We provide boards, clips, basic materials and paper, plus tea, coffee and biscuits.
A calm, welcoming space to draw from the model whenever you’re able to come.
Dates: Every other Saturday during term time- 10-12.30 or 1.30- 4 ... or all day
Summer season is finished but the Autmn dates will be Sept 12 and 26, Oct 10 and 24, Nov 14 and 28
Dec 12 and they will be life before August.
Location: Yardley Arts, The Old School Hall, The Square, Yardley Hastings, NN7 1EU
Cost £22 for a Small group session of 6-14 people