# Event Details - **Event Name**: Introduction to Academic Drawing - 2 Days workshop- - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 15 Aug, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sun, 16 Aug, 2026 at 03:30 am - **Event Description**: Learn the secrets of realistic academic drawing: improve your eye, accuracy and understanding of form through a classical atelier method.About this EventIntroduction to Academic Drawing: The Charles Bargue MethodEvery great artist begins with drawing.If you want to build strong drawing skills and learn the foundations of classical academic drawing, this two-day workshop is the perfect place to begin.The Charles Bargue Drawing Course has been a cornerstone of academic art education for over 150 years. Artists such as Pablo Picasso and Vincent van Gogh studied these lithographs during their training to develop exceptional accuracy, observation, and technical skill.Working with the traditional sight-size method, you will recreate one of Charles Bargue's original lithographs while learning the essential principles of academic drawing.Over two days (10 hours total), you will learn how to:• Measure accurately using the sight-size method.• Create precise proportions and improve observational skills.• Understand the logic of light and shadow to describe form.• Construct a clean and accurate linear drawing.• Render form through value to create convincing volume and depth.• Train your eye to see with greater precision—the foundation of all representational drawing and painting.This workshop is suitable for beginners as well as artists wishing to strengthen their drawing fundamentals through a traditional atelier approach.Workshop DetailsTwo-day workshop (10 hours total)10:00–15:30 each day (including a 30-minute break)£150 per person. Early Bird £130 until 09/08/26.Maximum 10 participants (minimum 5 participants required for the workshop to run)Leith, Edinburgh. The exact studio location will be confirmed once participant numbers are finalised to ensure the best working environment.MaterialsPlease bring the following materials:Arches Hot Press Paper, 300 gsm, smooth surface – 1 sheetGraphite pencils: Staedtler Mars Lumograph (blue range):4B,2B,HB,2HArtist's tapeKneaded eraserSanding (sharpening) blockCraft blade or utility knifeKnitting needle- If you are using mechanical pencils-Please bring the graphite leads in the grades listed above (4B, 2B, HB, and 2H), together with a sanding block to sharpen the tips.Easels will be available at the studio.Workshop DiscountParticipants attending the workshop are entitled to 10% off this materials list at Greyfriars Art Shop on 20 Dundas St, Edinburgh EH3 6HZ. Simply mention that you are attending the workshop when making your purchase.Whether your goal is to improve your drawing, strengthen your painting, or experience the methods of the classical ateliers, this workshop will provide the knowledge and practical tools to continue your artistic journey with confidence.Places are limited to 10 participants to ensure individual guidance throughout the course. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/edinburgh/introduction-to-academic-drawing-2-days-workshop/100001994587240128 - **Event Categories**: fitness, Art, fine-arts, Workshops - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 130.72, max: 130.72, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Edinburgh - **state**: SC - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: The Shore Studio - **lat**: 55.9760673 - **long**: -3.1682147 - **full address**: The Shore Studio, 32 Bernard St, Leith, Edinburgh, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Introduction to Academic Drawing - 2 Days workshop- - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/1e5df99ac925c94aae77de804061be9b40e38c5b9ae5e6967e967e2754af3522-rimg-w1200-h888-dcb8b8a8-gmir.jpg?v=1786467892 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Introduction to Academic Drawing - 2 Days workshop- being held? - **A:** Introduction to Academic Drawing - 2 Days workshop- takes place on Sat, 15 Aug, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sun, 16 Aug, 2026 at 03:30 am at The Shore Studio, 32 Bernard St, Leith, Edinburgh, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing Introduction to Academic Drawing - 2 Days workshop-? - **A:** Introduction to Academic Drawing - 2 Days workshop- is organized by Nancy Paulangelo. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Introduction to Academic Drawing - 2 Days workshop- is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Edinburgh, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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