Open Portrait Session with Luke Thompson

Come and draw or paint the portrait from life, in these untutored long pose sessions at Craven Arts, hosted by Luke Thompson. The day will run from 10-3pm, with a long break for lunch and short breaks during the pose. There will be around 4 hours of painting time altogether. Basic materials such as easels, charcoal and paper are provided but it is recommended that participants bring their own. The sessions are untutored but there will be opportunities to discuss ideas and work during the sessions in a relaxed atmosphere ABOUT THE ARTIST TUTOR, LUKE THOMPSON: ‘For the past 6 years, Luke has regularly taught the fundamentals of drawing and painting at many locations including The Art House Wakefield, The Tetley Leeds, Harewood House, and Left Bank. He also works as a freelance tutor at A level for schools and colleges working with the New Collaborative learning Trust. Demos and workshops have also coincided with exhibitions which have included The Great Yorkshire Show, Leeds Art Gallery and Saltaire Art Gallery.