Course overview

This is an opportunity to gain knowledge and insight into a Victorian way of life undertaking a drawing course in this extraordinary Art Gallery and Museum. Renowned nationally for a unique collection of Pre-Raphaelite and Victorian art and sculpture, it also showcases the home of the original owners Merton and Annie Russell-Cotes, which is almost completely intact with furniture and decorations. The couple made many overseas voyages, and brought back numerous objects from their travels, many of which are displayed in the Museum. The Mikado room houses a selection of the 100 trunk loads of Japanese artefacts purchased. There are also temporary exhibitions to sketch in, including a show of the work of May Morris, William Morris's daughter. Suitable for beginners and improvers.

Course description

Gain drawing and colour mixing skills using pencils and coloured/pastel pencils, inspired by the surroundings of the unique and eclectic Russell-Cotes Art Gallery and Museum - a Victorian gem nestling on Bournemouth seafront. We will have a tour of the building and look at some of the art works on show (including sculpture) in some of the temporary exhibition galleries. Your tutor is a professional artist who has work in their contemporary collection. Learners can choose several locations to sit and sketch (including the Victorian garden with grotto and fountain), with foldable stools available. One to one tuition will be given throughout. Have a fascinating time immersed in the Victorian experience, while improving your drawing skills. No food allowed in the Gallery, but there is a cafe on site. In good weather you may bring a picnic for the Garden. Suitable for beginners and improvers.

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