Still Life Charcoal Drawing Workshop

Join me, artist Dan McDermott, for a full day of drawing at Jackson's Art Supplies, designed to strengthen your observational skills and broaden your creative approach. My teaching style always begins with meeting you exactly where you are. Whether you're new to drawing or returning with experience, you’ll receive supportive, personalised guidance that both anchors your foundations and helps you grow your own unique style.

One-day workshop ticket price: £95

To view dates and times click on 'Book Your Place'

During the day, we’ll explore:

• Expressive and drawing techniques to loosen up and deepen focus
• Seeing and understanding shape, proportion, line, and tonality
• Breaking down complex subjects into simple forms
• Approaches for confident line and mark-making
• Using charcoal and other dry media to experiment and find your own voice

We’ll work from arranged still-life setups and your own personal references (optional), allowing space for both structured learning and individual creativity.

Expect a thoughtful, encouraging atmosphere where you can slow down, notice more, and enjoy the satisfaction of a full day dedicated to drawing.

You’ll Learn

• How to observe proportion, shape and structure more accurately
• How to build tonal values to create form and depth
• Expressive drawing techniques for confidence
• Approaches to mark-making across different media
• How to develop your personal drawing style
• How to translate complex subjects into simple, workable shapes

Who It’s For

This workshop is suitable for all skill levels—from complete beginners to experienced painters wanting a fresh approach.

What’s Included

• Full-day tuition (10:00–16:00)
• Guided exercises and demonstrations
• Individual coaching and feedback
• Still life setups provided
• Tea/coffee breaks (please bring your own lunch)

The workshop is bring-your-own-materials. There’s no need to purchase everything new—feel free to bring what you already have, as long as it’s comparable. Please bring a packed lunch, snacks and water with you. We will supply tea and coffee throughout the day. The Art shop will be open from 9 am, so you will have time to purchase materials you may need before the workshop

Our full materials can be read here and will be emailed to you after ticket purchase.

Location

Jackson's Art Supplies (formerly Pegasus Art)
Griffin Mill Trading Estate
London Road
Thrupp
GL5 2AZ

Refund Policy

Full refund available up to 7 days before the workshop.
If unexpected circumstances arise, contact me, and I will try to offer a transfer to another date.