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Life Drawing. Pregnant Alice Models. £12.00

Life Drawing. Pregnant Alice Models. £12.00

Wed, Jun 24, 6:00 PM
From London Bridge Life Drawing
4.9

Alice has regularly modelled for us for over ten years. She is currently pregnant with her second child. Link to Alice's Instagram [@alice.artistsmodel](https://www.instagram.com/alice.artistsmodel/) The session is held in the TRA Community Hall, Ground Floor, Simla House, Weston Street, SE1 3RL. All abilities are welcome to draw and meet likeminded people. Two hours of active dynamic poses from 2 to 25 minutes. £12.00 for the session. The group is run on a drop-in basis. Pay on the night. Cash or card. Artists are advised to bring their own materials although a small amount will be available for emergency use. I think that is everything but message me if you have any queries. Kind regards, Cliff

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Life Drawing. Tommy Models. £12.00.

Life Drawing. Tommy Models. £12.00.

Wed, Jul 1, 6:00 PM
From London Bridge Life Drawing
4.9

Tommy, one of our most popular models, returns! Link to Tommy's Instagram [@tommylifemodel](https://www.instagram.com/tommylifemodel/) The session is held in the TRA Community Hall, Ground Floor, Simla House, Weston Street, SE1 3RL. All abilities are welcome to draw and meet likeminded people. Two hours of active dynamic poses from 2 to 25 minutes. £12.00 for the session. The group is run on a drop-in basis. Pay on the night. Cash or card. Artists are advised to bring their own materials although a small amount will be available for emergency use. I think that is everything but message me if you have any queries. Kind regards, Cliff

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4 attendees
Life Drawing. Ziggi Models. £12.00

Life Drawing. Ziggi Models. £12.00

Wed, Jul 8, 6:00 PM
From London Bridge Life Drawing
4.9

Ziggi returns to pose! Link to Ziggi's Instagram [@ziggiflame](https://www.instagram.com/ziggiflame/) The session is held in the TRA Community Hall, Ground Floor, Simla House, Weston Street, SE1 3RL. All abilities are welcome to draw and meet likeminded people. Two hours of active dynamic poses from 2 to 25 minutes. £12.00 for the session. The group is run on a drop-in basis. Pay on the night. Cash or card. Artists are advised to bring their own materials although a small amount will be available for emergency use. I think that is everything but message me if you have any queries. Kind regards, Cliff

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1 attendee

FREE Boxing Class (1 hour) 18+ Monday all abilities/levels good fun exercise

FREE Boxing Class (1 hour) 18+ Monday all abilities/levels good fun exercise

Mon, Jun 22, 6:00 PM
From Free Boxing Class (18+)

Free boxing. 1 hour. All genders, 18+ in ilford. Come and workout and meet new people around to enjoy exercise. Must be on low income, struggling with mental health or want to get into exercise.

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Life Drawing - SE1, Topolski Studio Class (Skill level beginner to advanced)

Life Drawing - SE1, Topolski Studio Class (Skill level beginner to advanced)

Wed, Jul 1, 6:00 PM
From London Life Drawing (previously: Bethnal Green Life Drawing)
4.9

Join us at this historic studio under the arches of Hungerford Bridge on the South Bank of the Thames, where the renowned painter and reportage artist Felix Topolski RA worked from 1951 until 1989 for an evening hosted by his grandson Lucian Topolski. If you would like to find out more about Topolski Studio, please visit the website and join the mailing list at [https://www.topolski.org](https://www.topolskistudio.org). Mark Lovelace will lead the drawing, Mark is an artist, with a special interest in drawing, who has been running classes at the Barbican Art Society, and at London Life Drawing, for many years. The studio has easels and all the equipment you might want, including a variety of drawing materials. Sketchbooks with reproductions of work by Felix Topolski are also available to purchase. Lucien will be around after the class to socialise, and you are welcome to bring your own drinks. There is also the Topolski Bar nearby. Mark will explain some approaches to drawing which reflect the artistic concerns of Felix Topolski. Individual feedback is available if desired. Mark can either help you to develop your drawing in similar directions, or he can support you as you pursue your own path. We will have a mixture of pose lengths. Tea, coffee and biscuits are available during the break. We aim to foster a warm atmosphere for a wide variety of skill levels, and to support a vibrant, and welcoming community of artists. **BOOKING TICKETS & DROPPING IN:** £13 Drop-In Tickets, but you can pay less with a [Draw More Pass](https://www.adriandutton.com/copy-of-drawmore-passes) (click on link or see details bellow) The class at the Topolski Studio runs every Wednesday . In Person only. Doors open, 6.30 pm. Life drawing, 7 - 9 pm. Socialising 9 - 9.30 pm. Just drop in, or if you prefer you can book in advance. Buying a ticket means you can simply drop in without needing to worry about paying on the night. Please use the link bellow to book: [https://bookwhen.com/londonlifedrawing_livestream](https://bookwhen.com/londonlifedrawing_livestream) **SCHEDULE & POSE LENGTH:** 6.45 pm, arrival 7.00 pm, We start drawing at 7pm with poses of mixed short and medium length: 15 min pose 5 x 1 min pose 5 min pose 10 min pose 20 min pose 15 min break 20 min pose 25 min pose 9.00pm drawing session ends **DRAW MORE PASS:** If you have a Draw More Pass - HOWEVER OLD - please select that ticket option in Bookwhen - this will give you a free booking confirmation - bring a print out or screen shot of the booking to the session along with your Draw More Pass - if you have any difficulties please call Adrian on 07966925723 **BUYING A DRAW MORE PASS :** The Draw More Pass makes our classes the most affordable in London and it's incredibly versatile. The Pass enables you to drop into our classes in person or online, any time you want to. You don't have to come back every week, instead choose your times and just turn up, they never expire - you can buy a Draw More Pass in any class or via our website: [https://www.adriandutton.com/shop](https://www.adriandutton.com/shop) When you buy a pass online you will receive a PDF, simply screen shot this or print it out and bring it to any session and we will exchange this for a PASS, also, as soon as the transaction is made you will be listed to receive our link emails for online sessions: 5 sessions: £52.50 10 sessions: £100 20 sessions: £190 50 Sessions: £450 **SHARE YOUR WORK** You are invited to share your work on IG, please hashtag #adriandutton_life_drawing so we can re-post and share. For those who do not use IG please email adrianmarkdutton@gmail.com with your photos **THE VENUE** About the venue. **The venue opens at 6.30pm**. It is wheelchair accessible via a ramp to the space. It has been an education and teaching space for many years, as well as housing the archive of the artist. If you would like to take a guided tour of the studio, you can book a place on Eventbrite. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/topolski-studio-64310090343 **TRANSPORT** Tube: Waterloo (Northern, Bakerloo, Jubilee and Waterloo & City lines). Embankment (District and Circle lines). Bus: Routes 1, 26, 59, 68, 76, 139, 168, 172, 176, 188, 243, 341, 521, N1, N68, N171, N343 and X68 stop on Waterloo Bridge. Routes 76, 77, 211, 381, 507 and N381 stop on York Road. We look forward to seeing you!

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Kentish town life drawing class

Kentish town life drawing class

Wed, Jun 24, 6:00 PM
From Camden town life drawing night
4.8

life drawing class every Wednesday from 7-9 pm no tutorial! just drop in and get a drink and draw fee £14 cash or card payment no booking needed looking forward to see you there Silvina 07929775685

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Frequently asked questions

Meetup helps people discover groups and events based on interests. It's ideal for finding communities and participating in local or online activities, like drawing classes in London.

Use Meetup to search for drawing classes and related events in London. Browse local groups or specific workshops that match your artistic interest and connect with creators nearby.

Yes, you can find Meetup groups offering beginner-friendly drawing classes in London. These lessons often focus on foundational skills to help you start your artistic journey.

Meetup supports both in-person and online events, allowing you to join drawing classes hosted virtually by London-based groups if you're unable to attend in person.

Joining a Meetup group is simple. After creating your account, search for drawing groups in London, select one that interests you, and click 'Join' to start participating.

While Meetup itself is free, some drawing classes may charge a fee set by organizers. It's best to check the event details to know if any participation fee is required.

Event descriptions often mention required materials, ranging from basic sketchbooks to specific art tools. Always review event details to prepare appropriately for your class.

While some drawing classes welcome walk-ins, many might require an RSVP due to limited space. It's good to reserve your spot ahead of attending to confirm your attendance.

Drawing classes are great for meeting like-minded artists. Engaging with fellow attendees and participating actively in sessions can help you form new connections and friendships.

Yes, Meetup allows you to create and manage your own drawing group in London. You can organize events and invite members who share similar artistic interests.

Availability varies by location and organizer activity. London generally offers a range of options, but it's possible not every interest level or style may have immediate classes.

Event quality can vary. Some groups may feature professional instructors, while others might be more peer-led and informal. Check group descriptions for specifics about organization.

Meetup offers opportunities for skill growth through events, but individual progress depends on participation and personal practice. Outcomes aren't guaranteed but are influenced by involvement.

If existing classes don't match your schedule, consider following desired groups for updates or suggest alternative timings to group organizers for potential accommodation.

Meetup centers on group activities, so it focuses more on collaborative classes than 1:1 tutoring. Look for environments that encourage individual attention within a group setting.