Friends and Academicians’ Room members life drawing
Morning session
Wednesday 19 April 2023 10am - 1pm
The Clore Learning Centre, Burlington Gardens, Royal Academy of Arts
£50. Includes all practical materials. Friends and Academicians’ Room members only.
Friends of the RA book first
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Enjoy an exclusive life drawing session for Friends and Academicians’ Room members.
Please note: this is an in-person event only
Whether you’re a regular participant who wants to hone their skills or you’re trying life drawing for the first time, these three-hour regular and immersive sessions, taught by expert teacher and practising artist Mick Kirkbride, are a wonderful way to experience life drawing in a supportive and friendly environment.
This event is open to Friends of the RA and members of the Academicians’ Room only.
Mick Kirkbride is a graduate of the RA Schools, and for many years he was Senior Lecturer in Visual Studies at the London College of Fashion. Mick has taught drawing at all levels, most recently as drawing tutor on a range of post-graduate specialisms at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA).
Minimum age 18. If you have any accessibility needs, please contact public.programmes@royalacademy.org.uk.
£50. Includes all practical materials. Friends and Academicians’ Room members only.
Friends of the RA book first
Terms and conditions
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Our varied programme of short courses and classes provides an opportunity to explore subjects ranging from life drawing to the history of exhibitions and arts management, led by expert tutors and practising artists. These courses introduce traditional art-making processes, as well as perspectives on art history, theory and business.
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