Classical Academic Drawing

Learn the same artistic training methods of the masters. This step by step instruction has helped artists of all levels of experience master their drawing skills for nearly 200 hundred years. The Charles Bargue Drawing Course was developed and widely used in the mid 19th century as a foundation exercise for fine art training. It has been used by historic and modern masters as an essential process in understanding the principles of shape, proportion, value and form.

Course Overview:

This five-day flexible short course teaches the time-tested method used by generations of master artists to develop precision, control, and a deep understanding of form. The Charles Bargue Drawing Course, first introduced in the 19th century, remains a cornerstone of classical art education today.

What You’ll Learn:

●    How to follow our unique step-by-step method to accurately reproduce a master drawing.

●    Techniques to improve your observation, sense of proportion, and shape accuracy.

●    The foundational principles of form, value, and line quality

●    How to use sight-size and comparative measurement techniques for drawing

What You’ll Gain:

●    Sharper technical drawing skill and a more refined eye for proportion

●    The knowledge of how to complete Bargue drawings at home independently

●    A structured method that is applicable to any drawing project

●    Confidence in drawing any subject no matter how complex

Format & Details:

●    Duration: 5-day short course

●    Schedule: Fully flexible – participants choose their own dates

●    Location: Edinburgh Atelier of Fine Art

●    Materials: All materials provided

●    Level: Suitable for absolute beginners and more experienced artists alike.

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"I was amazed at my progress after 5 days. I was able to take home a drawing that I would not have thought I was capable of"

- Google Review

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How to Book:

1. Choose Your Dates
   Select any five days that suit your availability (they can be taken consecutively or spread out)    
      
2. Email Us
   Send your preferred dates to hello@edinburghatelier.com to check tutor availability.    
      
3. Confirm and Pay
   Once your booking is confirmed, you can make payment securely through us.
   All materials are provided—just bring your focus and dedication.‍