Hands-On History: Drawing From Classical Sculpture

The term 'classical' was first used in the seventeenth century to describe the arts and culture of ancient Greece and Rome. Classicism dominated Western art from the Renaissance onward, with classical mythology, including the myths and legends of ancient Greek and Roman gods and heroes, becoming a major subject in sculpture.

Join us on this unique hands-on art history course to uncover the artists and stories behind some of the greatest classical sculptures in the V&A’s Collections whilst developing your own practical drawing skills. Over six weeks, tutors from London Fine Art Studios will introduce you to themes including mythology, narratives, imagery and symbolism through art history lectures and gallery tours. Following this, you'll have the opportunity to capture sculptures relating to these themes through a series of practical drawing exercises, using a variety of mediums in the classical style.