Time: 10.00am - 12.30pm
Date: Saturdays, 2 May to 20 June 2026 (8 sessions)
Where: Castlemaine Community House
Instructor: Patrick O'Leary
Explore the language of drawing in this studio-based course focused on observation and mark-making.
Set in the studio, this drawing course focuses on the language of drawing rather than simply creating pictures. Through guided exercises, you’ll develop your observational skills and learn how the drawing tool can become an extension of your eye.
Drawing is not just about what you see, but how you see it. This course explores the “felt” process of observation, helping you translate what you perceive into confident, expressive marks on the page.
Across this 8-week course, you will explore how to:
- Describe the form of objects in space
- Place objects convincingly on a ground plane
- Use and vary line with intention
- Understand the dynamic nature of composition
- Build tone and depth in your drawings
- Experiment with a variety of media including charcoal, pen and ink, washes, and other drawing materials
Suitable for beginners and those wishing to strengthen their foundational drawing skills, this course offers a supportive studio environment to deepen your understanding of how drawing works.
Accessibility – Please note this class will take place up 2 flights of stairs.
Bookings close Monday 20 April
Date: Saturdays, 2 May to 20 June 2026 (8 sessions)
Time: 10:00am – 12.30pm
Cost: $282.50 (Full) / $262.50 (Early Bird Discount – available until 21 April) / $252.50 (Concession)
Facilitator:
Patrick O’Leary
Patrick studied Art at Prahran CAE in the early 1980s under the tutelage of Pam Hallandal, majoring in Drawing and went on to complete a Graduate Diploma in Education. Patrick has had an extensive career in the Picture Framing industry over many years. More recently, after a move to Castlemaine Patrick has continued a full time Art practice and is keen to pass on his knowledge of the foundation skills required to develop ones drawing prowess.
