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Autumn 2026, Making Drawings

Monday: Making Drawings
Time: 6.30-8.30pm
Start: 14.09.2026
Duration: 10 weeks
Fee: €125 (It is CDETB policy that refunds are only issued if a course does not form. Before booking, please see our terms and conditions page).

Notes: All courses are subject to a minimum number in order to proceed. In the event that a course is oversubscribed, places will be offered on a first-booked, first-served basis and a waiting list will then be created. You will be contacted in this event.

Description

Discover new ways of seeing through drawing in this practical and engaging ten-week course. Suitable for learners with some drawing experience as well as those wishing to develop their skills, the course introduces a range of drawing approaches designed to expand each student’s visual language and confidence.

Over the first eight weeks, participants will explore five different methods of drawing, with each approach developed over two weeks. This structure allows time to experiment, reflect, and consolidate new skills before moving on. Topics will include scaling up images using a grid, enlarging small objects, trompe l’œil, and other observational and creative drawing techniques.

The final two weeks will focus on life drawing from the nude model, offering students the opportunity to apply the techniques and ideas developed throughout the course in a rewarding and supportive studio environment.

Materials Required

  • Drawing paper
  • A set of pencils (6B to 4H recommended)
  • Graphite sticks (recommended)
  • Charcoal
  • Erasers
  • Coloured pencils and oil pastels (recommended)
Making Drawings course artwork

About your tutor: Fergus Byrne

Fergus Byrne is an accomplished artist whose drawing practice encompasses life drawing, portraiture, botanical studies, abstraction, and performance-based drawing. He has taught life drawing at Trinity Arts Workshop and has delivered drawing workshops at the National College of Art and Design (NCAD). Fergus is currently a member of the National Gallery of Ireland’s Artists’ Panel, where he leads workshops and public engagement programmes.

Drawing by Fergus Byrne