Drawing with Sensitivity - 8 Week Drawing Course

Unlike many of my other expressive drawing classes, this course is all about slowing down.

Rather than working with big gestures and loose marks, we'll take our time and learn how to handle a pencil and fountain pen with care, intention and sensitivity. We'll focus on observation, learning to see what is in front of us and translate it onto paper with confidence.

Drawing on a smaller scale invites an intimate way of seeing. As our drawings become smaller, we may notice subtle shifts in shape, tone and line that might otherwise go unseen. Through careful observation and sensitive mark-making, we'll discover that even the simplest drawing can hold depth, presence and quiet expression.

You'll learn how to handle a pencil with the confidence of a skilled draughtsperson. We'll explore how to vary pressure, make purposeful marks, use the whole pencil, and allow your hand to move with ease rather than tension. These small refinements can transform the way you draw.

This course is designed for people who enjoy working on a smaller scale and appreciate the quieter side of drawing. Together we'll explore how simple materials can produce rich and expressive drawings when used with patience, care and curiosity.

Each week we'll investigate a different drawing principle through practical exercises and demonstrations. The emphasis will be on developing your observational skills, refining your technique, and enjoying the process of looking closely.

Whether you're completely new to drawing or looking to strengthen your foundational skills, this course will give you the confidence to work with pencil and fountain pen in a thoughtful and enjoyable way.

And yes... this is definitely one for those who prefer to stay clean!

Image: Jody Graham ' King Island - Currie, Tasmania' 2026, pencil on paper