“When I think of art I think of beauty. Beauty is the mystery of life. It is not in the eye it is in the mind. In our minds there is awareness of perfection.”
–Agnes Martin ” …It is our positive response to life experiences“
Details about upcoming courses:
Three to Six Month Course
About the Course
Art & Design Microstudio: 3-Month Intensive
(Optional 6-Month Extension Available)
This extensive and dynamic course is designed for artists of all levels who want to build not just technical skills but also a more analytical and observational approach to their work. Limited to just five students per session, you’ll receive the close guidance and individualised feedback needed to expand your creative abilities in a focused and supportive environment.
By the end of the course, you’ll have created a body of work that showcases your artistic range and conceptual development. You’ll also leave with a deeper understanding of your own creative process and the confidence to continue your practice independently.
Led by practising artist-educators, sessions are structured to introduce key techniques while allowing space for personal exploration.
Whether a beginner or returning to art after a break, this extended course offers the time and guidance needed to grow your skills and confidence.
What You’ll Experience:
A Deeper Creative Process: Go beyond surface-level techniques. You’ll learn to develop your ideas and produce artwork through a critical and analytical lens.
Broad Material Exploration: Dive into extensive mark-making, sketchbook development, and diverse experimentation. You’ll work with a wide range of materials—from drawing and painting to mixed media—to build a strong, versatile body of work.
Contextual Knowledge: Gain inspiration from art history and contemporary artists. Through reading lists and focused research, you’ll uncover the working methods of others to inform your own.
Intuitive & Spontaneous Creation: We encourage you to challenge your creative boundaries and embrace innovative ideas. By working energetically and intuitively, you’ll overcome inhibitions and develop a truly unique artistic voice.
What You’ll Learn
• Fundamentals of line drawing and observational techniques
• Creating three-dimensional effects with shading
• Exploring mark-making styles and portrait drawing
• Introduction to watercolours and experimental paint application
• Colour mixing and controlled watercolour techniques
• Understanding composition, balance, and focal points
• Developing personal artworks with tutor guidance
• Further exploration of chosen techniques or themes
How It Works
Each weekly class includes:
✔️ Skill-building demonstrations
✔️ Guided exercises and themed projects
✔️ Constructive feedback from your tutor
✔️ Opportunities for creative freedom
Included in the Course
• Core drawing and painting materials
• Access to studio facilities
• One-to-one support throughout the course
• Final project with tutor-led development
• Supportive group dynamic and sharing opportunities
Saturday Course
About the Course
This intensive weekend course offers a focused exploration of drawing and painting fundamentals in a condensed 6-week format. Ideal for busy creatives, hobbyists, and aspiring artists, each session delivers practical techniques and art-making experiences designed to spark curiosity and build essential skills.
With a combination of observational study and expressive exercises, students develop a solid grounding in visual language and hands-on processes.
What You’ll Learn
Week 1: Foundations in Drawing & Tonal Studies
• Warm-up techniques: blind contour, gesture, continuous line
• Creative mark-making with non-traditional tools
• Tonal rendering with graphite, charcoal, and ink
• Chiaroscuro and texture exploration in mixed media
• Analytical still life using found materials
Week 2: Life Drawing & Figure Studies
• Timed poses with dry media
• Exploring negative space and cutout composition
• Human proportion tools: plumb lines, scaffolding, measuring
• Long-pose drawing with focus on gesture and form
• Colour-block and cross-contour figure studies
Week 3: Painting from Life & Landscape
• Still-life painting using primary palette
• Studies in shadow, light, and composition
• Studio-based tonal and colour exercises
• Plein air painting (weather permitting)
• Landscape development from sketches and photos
How It Works
Each weekend session includes:
✔️ Technical warm-ups and artist-led demos
✔️ Structured exercises and skill application
✔️ Individual guidance and progress reviews
✔️ Exposure to historical and contemporary references
Included in the Course
• All core art materials
• Studio access and equipment
• Personalised feedback and critiques
• Outdoor sketching kits (weather-dependent)
• Supportive creative peer group
Summer Course
About the Course
This 6-week summer school offers an immersive journey into fine art practice, tailored for creatives of all levels. Led by Glasgow-based artist and educator Leonard, the course blends traditional techniques with contemporary drawing, painting, sculpture, and mixed media approaches.
Through guided sessions, hands-on experimentation, and a nurturing studio environment, students will unlock their creative potential and develop a deeper connection to their personal artistic voice.
Whether a beginner looking to explore your creativity or a practising art enthusiast wanting to refresh and deepen your process, this course offers structure, inspiration, and meaningful growth in a supportive setting.
What You’ll Learn
• Observational and expressive drawing
• Figure drawing and gestural mark-making
• Still-life and plein air painting
• Abstract and conceptual development
• Mixed media collage and material exploration
• Exhibition preparation and presentation skills
How It Works
Each week features two full-day classes combining:
✔️ Warm-ups and technique demonstrations
✔️ Guided practice and creative challenges
✔️ Individual feedback and peer sharing
✔️ Artist references and mini critiques
The final week concludes with an in-studio group exhibition to showcase each participant’s progress and personal work
Included in the Course
• All core materials
• Use of studio equipment
• Personalised tutorials and group feedback
• Exhibition opportunity at the end of the course
• Tea, coffee & a warm creative community
🎟️ Enrolment
Original Course Enrolment Fee £600. Book early for £100 off.
Limited space available. Flexible booking options available.
Spaces are limited to ensure quality one-to-one support.
To book or enquire, please contact: info@drookitstudios.com
Welcome to Drookit Studio, a micro studio, where creativity thrives in small groups of five or fewer. Led by skilled professional artists, each course—from basic art to contemporary styles and sculpture—offers personalised guidance in using materials and developing techniques. Perfect for all skill levels.
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