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Our mission is to improve mental wellbeing through our workshops and experiences. We curate our teachers and hosts carefully to ensure that they are of high quality.
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1. Measuring the Object
In step one we begin our first observational drawing and:
- discuss types of materials — papers, pencils and erasing
- discuss the basic geometric forms the object is made from
- how to simplify different forms and structures
- measure the object we're drawing so that the proportions are as accurate as possible
2. Complete the Object Framework
In step two you'll
- use the measurements for your drawing framework
- we complete the framework and erase any guide marks
3. Study Light and Shading
- we discuss how light and shadow behaves on our object
- we discuss line and tonal range
- you'll learn about blocking in tonal areas
- we explore shading methods such as cross hatching and pencil control
- we explore how to achieve the illusion of 3 dimensions
4. Complete the Drawing
In step four:
- you'll learn about refining the details in tonal areas
- we'll discuss how to create a realistic drawing
- you'll gain experience in observing and learn to notice subtleties of light, shade and surface
- begin our second observational drawing
- materials and types of drawing
- observing light on objects
- line and tone
- how to simplify different forms and structures
- creating the illusion of space
- negative space
- perspective
- proportion and composition
- how to draw realistically
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Upcoming dates for Drawing Class for Beginners
Times are Sydney time. Dates and prices as of 15 Oct 2026, 11:41am; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.
9 upcoming dates between 27 Oct 2026 and 22 Dec 2026.
- Tue 27 Oct 2026, 6pm-8pm
- Sat 31 Oct 2026, 11am-1pm
- Tue 10 Nov 2026, 6pm-8pm
- Sat 14 Nov 2026, 11am-1pm
- Tue 24 Nov 2026, 6pm-8pm
- Sat 28 Nov 2026, 11am-1pm
- Tue 8 Dec 2026, 6pm-8pm
- Sat 12 Dec 2026, 11am-1pm
- Tue 22 Dec 2026, 6pm-8pm
What you'll get
- All materials are provided.
- Workshops are small, usually 3-4 people, to give you maximum assistance.
Knowledge required
No experience necessary.
What to bring
Any materials you would like to experiment with and inspirational materials (best printed for better reference). There is free and available street parking. Public transport — busses and light rail are very close.
Suitable for
This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a date idea, team building activity, Christmas party, birthday or hens party.
This experience would also be a fun gift for her, gift for mum, Xmas gift or gift for couples.
Location
Glebe, NSW
Exact location is masked for privacy. You'll automatically get the specific address after booking.
Your teacher can also travel within 5 kms of Glebe, to a venue of your choice for a private class.
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Recent reviews of Drawing Class for Beginners
- 5/5 from Maryna Sh, attended Aug 2026: We came with basically no experience of drawing at all, but we achieved magnificent results! Caroline is a great teacher and a very talented artist. We draw two shapes in 2 hours. I would love to come again and practice more styles.
- 5/5 from Alexandria Littler, attended Aug 2026: An absolutely amazing class! Learning the fundamentals of drawings of shapes and shading. Carol was so lovely to talk to and a great teacher. Plus she has a super cute dog! Will definitely be coming back again :)
- 5/5 from Ebony Bastian, attended Aug 2026: Carol provided really gentle and constructive guidance. I was lucky enough to be in a reduced class and Carol really provided lots ot encouragement and knowledge. Definitely recommend to anyone looking to spend some quality time reflecting and improving their drawing, totally beginner appropriate!
- 5/5 from Nikolay Okounev, attended May 2026: Super good class, I felt comfortable right away and Miss Hudson was very patient and supportive. Would recommend
- 5/5 from Wendy Fogarty, attended Apr 2026: As a very inexperienced drawer I found the class relaxing and enjoyable. The teacher was pleasant, friendly and gave good instruction and feedback. The tasks were achievable. I was given tips for continuing at home and am looking forward to practising.at home.
- 4/5 from Joshua King, attended Apr 2026: Hi I thought the classes were not on due to Anzac Day..Can I rebook?
- 5/5 from Jill Thistlethwaite, attended Feb 2026: Lovely location & atmosphere. Carol is encouraging & a great teacher. Enjoyed every minute & the session has spurred me on to take more lessons.
- 5/5 from Piers Nelson, attended Jan 2026: Great class, Carol was instructive and a good teacher for someone with no prior experience
- 5/5 from Matthew Johns, attended Nov 2025: Very polite and professional, an engaging conversationalist and a patient teacher. Highly recommended
- 5/5 from Jandy Mino, attended Oct 2025: Carol made me feel so comfortable and patiently explained the basics that I was curious about. She was gentle when adjusting my errors and I had more fun than I thought I would drawing very simple shapes!
- 5/5 from Lucy Sharman, attended Oct 2025: I loved this class. I was nervous about the small class size, but it was a lovely relaxed session and I learnt a lot. Good techniques so I can feel more confident about practicing and improving. Thanks
- 5/5 from Steven Roach, attended Sep 2025: A great class to get into drawing again. Carol is a skilled and awesome reacher. Looking forward to the course next!
- 5/5 from Vivienne Freeman, attended Sep 2025: Carol was terrific, I had no experience and I felt very comfortable and learnt some skills. It was great fun
- 5/5 from Carrie Choong-Kaw, attended Aug 2025: I am a total beginner to drawing and sketching. Carol patiently took me through the basics and gently guide me through the drawing of a box and sphere - explaining how to draw the dimensions and proportions. Then, the light and shade to make it 3D. I had a fantastic time and motivated to learn more and incorporate colours to my drawing.
- 5/5 from Aaron Hawkins, attended Jun 2025: Had a fantastic time, a perfect session for family group. A nice shared experience in a relaxed setting. Class used pencils and charcoal to practice expressing different emotions using lines and other drawing techniques. We finished with a collaborative effort to make a large canvas that we all contributed to.
- 5/5 from Elizabeth Clerke, attended Jun 2025: Carol is a great teacher and created a wonderful environment for me to learn new skills.
- 5/5 from Irinah Jurkowski, attended May 2025: i found Carol very patient and a supportive teacher
- 5/5 from Anna Weissel, attended Apr 2025: Very enjoyable class in a lovely cosy space. Good fundamentals lesson and Carol is lovely.
- 5/5 from Feng Lu, attended Feb 2025: Carol was amazing and attentive. Enjoyed it a lot
Your teacher
Carol Hudson is a passionate practicing artist with more than 13 years experience with clay and much more with drawing and painting. Carol has has taught at UNSWADA, UTS, Billy Blue and at UWM and MIAD in the USA.She is a creative director and artist who loves helping her students realise their ideas, and show them ways to make and design ceramics. Workshops are one to one or up to eight people, which means lots of individual attention as you need it.
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