Leeds Drawing Club
BEST FOR
Ages 16+
WHERE
Leeds
What it’s like
This is an over-16s life drawing studio in Leeds, running untutored classes, courses and monthly all-day sessions, not a kids' activity.
This one's for the 16-plus crowd, not a family activity, so if you're after something for younger children this isn't it. Leeds Drawing Club runs untutored life drawing on Mondays and Wednesdays, plus a monthly All Day Draw and separate tutored courses for anyone wanting proper guidance rather than just an easel and a model.
The session structure is worth knowing before you go. Evening and daytime classes run through a few short poses, a tea and biscuits break, then a longer 40 minute pose to finish. The All Day Draw is a bigger commitment, with two 2 hour single poses either side of a lunch break, so it suits someone who wants to really sink into one drawing rather than warm up on quick sketches.
Materials are included in the price, paper, charcoal, pencils, easels and boards all provided, and you can bring your own kit too if you prefer working with your own tools. Beginners are explicitly welcome, both to the weekly untutored classes and to a dedicated beginners course that runs across the year. Parking is free, with two car parks within the Flexspace site and the studio itself in the lower car park off Argie Road.
One thing to flag: sessions are non-refundable and can't be moved to another date if your plans change, which is a bit unforgiving if life gets in the way. Worth being sure of your diary before you book.
Facilities
Need to know
- Parking
- 2 free car parks within Flexspace
- This is strictly over-16s, it's not a children's activity despite the drawing club name
- Untutored classes run Mondays and Wednesdays, with a monthly All Day Draw for longer sessions
- You can pay online by card or PayPal, or turn up and pay by card or cash
- Solvent based paints and thinners aren't allowed in the studio
Plan your visit
Is this suitable for a 16 year old?
Yes, school students aged 16 and over are welcome at the sessions.
Do I need experience to come along?
Beginners are welcome at the weekly untutored classes, and there's also a dedicated beginners course running throughout the year if you'd rather start with more structure.
What happens if I can't make a session I've booked?
You won't get a refund or be able to move it to another day, this applies to every class and course they run, so it's a firm no-changes policy.
Do you need to bring your own materials?
Paper, charcoal, pencils, easels and boards are all provided in the price, though you're welcome to bring your own materials if you prefer them.
Is there parking?
Free parking in two car parks within the Flexspace site, with the studio itself in the lower car park off Argie Road.
Can I book a private group session?
Private tutored classes are available for individuals and groups of up to 15, contact them for a bespoke price. Hen and stag parties aren't taken on though.
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