Weekend Workshop
Figure Drawing Weekend
A Weekend Workshop with Artist Nina Ruminska
In this 12-hour workshop, we will focus on capturing the human figure in an expressive way using soft materials. Participants can choose from sepia, sanguine, charcoal, or graphite to explore their creativity.
During this workshop, we will:
Discuss the unique qualities of various soft materials: sepia, sanguine, charcoal, and graphite
Try various ways of working with soft materials
Prepare the drawing surface by stretching paper onto a wooden board and applying an undertone
Discuss proportions of the human figure and artistic anatomy
Create sketches from a live model
Comple a detailed figure study on a larger format
Discuss how to balance visual observation with a constructive approach to figure drawing
This workshop is perfect for anyone who wants to deepen their knowledge of the human figure, proportions, and anatomy, as well as sharpen their observational skills. Different drawing techniques using soft materials will be demonstrated, with plenty of examples of great drawings for reference and discussion.
The workshop will be led by Nina Ruminska, a classically trained artist. Suitable for all skill levels, the instruction will be tailored to meet the needs of each participant
COURSE FEE: €250
** Some materials supplied, though a list of materials will be sent to participants prior to the course.
A Weekend Workshop with Artist Nina Ruminska
In this 12-hour workshop, we will focus on capturing the human figure in an expressive way using soft materials. Participants can choose from sepia, sanguine, charcoal, or graphite to explore their creativity.
During this workshop, we will:
Discuss the unique qualities of various soft materials: sepia, sanguine, charcoal, and graphite
Try various ways of working with soft materials
Prepare the drawing surface by stretching paper onto a wooden board and applying an undertone
Discuss proportions of the human figure and artistic anatomy
Create sketches from a live model
Comple a detailed figure study on a larger format
Discuss how to balance visual observation with a constructive approach to figure drawing
This workshop is perfect for anyone who wants to deepen their knowledge of the human figure, proportions, and anatomy, as well as sharpen their observational skills. Different drawing techniques using soft materials will be demonstrated, with plenty of examples of great drawings for reference and discussion.
The workshop will be led by Nina Ruminska, a classically trained artist. Suitable for all skill levels, the instruction will be tailored to meet the needs of each participant
COURSE FEE: €250
** Some materials supplied, though a list of materials will be sent to participants prior to the course.
Nina Ruminska
- Life Drawing Dublin
Nina Ruminska
Nina is a professional painter with a particular love for portraiture. Using the traditional technique of oil painting she depicts people in neutral, relaxed poses, often in a larger context - an interior
that reflects the character, or landscape - to convey a certain mood or feeling.
Each painting attempts to express the emotional landscape of being human through composition and colour.
Nina received classical training from the Florence Academy of Classical Art and Sergey Chubirko’s Chiaro-Scuro Atelier. Nina was a finalist in the Sky Portrait Artist of the Year, Season 9 (2022)
Nina is a professional painter with a particular love for portraiture. Using the traditional technique of oil painting she depicts people in neutral, relaxed poses, often in a larger context - an interior
that reflects the character, or landscape - to convey a certain mood or feeling.
Each painting attempts to express the emotional landscape of being human through composition and colour.
Nina received classical training from the Florence Academy of Classical Art and Sergey Chubirko’s Chiaro-Scuro Atelier. Nina was a finalist in the Sky Portrait Artist of the Year, Season 9 (2022)
Nina is a professional painter with a particular love for portraiture. Using the traditional technique of oil painting she depicts people in neutral, relaxed poses, often in a larger context - an interior
that reflects the character, or landscape - to convey a certain mood or feeling.
Each painting attempts to express the emotional landscape of being human through composition and colour.
Nina received classical training from the Florence Academy of Classical Art and Sergey Chubirko’s Chiaro-Scuro Atelier. Nina was a finalist in the Sky Portrait Artist of the Year, Season 9 (2022)
Unfortunately, no refunds are given. Please make sure that you, or the person you are gifting the workshop to, can attend this workshop.
If you cannot attend the workshop we can reschedule your workshop if you inform us up to 21 days prior to the workshop's start date. If you request to reschedule less than 21 days before the workshop starting date we will not be in a position to change the date. Places can be given to a friend if you can no longer attend - please inform us as soon as you can with the new attendee's contact details.
