Our Programmes

Portraiture

13th September 2025

Facilitator: Emma Leyfield

Why are we, humans, drawn to represent ourselves in image?

Humanoid figures are amongst some of the earliest surviving forms of art, so a desire to capture likeness or a portrayal of people is nothing new but how should you go about learning to do just that?

A foundational knowledge of drawing is important to all artists, even if your interests lie in abstract or graphical art. A fundamental understanding of anatomy in portraiture will improve your interpretation of the human body and make the process of capturing it on paper easier and more expressive.

Event time: 13th September 2025 9:30am - 4:00pm

Interested in spreading the cost of this course? Select Clearpay at checkout.

Not seeing Clearpay? Email info@hawkwoodcollege.co.uk for your payment options.

What Is Included

For the majority of our courses, both residential and non-residential rates are available. Residential options are fully inclusive with all meals provided. Non-residential options include suppers, lunches and all refreshments and exclude B&B. Some of our short day courses, events and talks do not include meals and refreshments. For more details about this course, please see the Practical Information section below.

Additional Activities

Mindful walking through our woodland trails
Meditate in our Woodland Sanctuary
Go on a hike and explore the Cotswolds AONB
Discover surrounding charming market towns

At a Glance

Start your journey with drawing the human form
Work from a live model
Drawing techniques with expert guidance
Suitable for beginners

What You Will Gain

Skills, techniques and encouragement to continue your drawing habit
Dedicated time and space to develop your creativity
Sample drawings to take your learning forward at home

Booking Options

DayDay delegate rate

£125.00

Interested in spreading the cost of this course? Select Clearpay at checkout.

Not seeing Clearpay? Email info@hawkwoodcollege.co.uk for your payment options.

Portraiture Tutors

Emma Leyfield

More about Portraiture

This workshop is a tutorial designed to teach you all you need to learn portraiture. From quick people sketching to traditional poses, noses, hands, and all, you will go away with the confidence to draw the figure and continue your practice.

Practical Information

All materials are included in this class. You're welcome to bring any other materials with you that you'd like to experiment with.

Course begins at 9:30am, you're welcome to arrive from 9:15am. The course will finish with tea and cake at 4pm.

"Drawing, like many other art forms, aids in relaxation and stress relief by forcing us to pay attention to details in the environment, which mimics the experience of meditation."

About Hawkwood

Hawkwood is a stunning Grade Il listed 19th Century country house, surrounded by 42 acres of sustainably managed woodland, farmland, and gardens. Set in the heart of the Cotswolds - an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - it is a sanctuary away from the hustle and bustle of modern life. With a diverse selection of nearly 150 courses, there's plenty to choose from, including courses in transformative leadership, future thinking, inner life, music and the arts.

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