Esoteric Etchings

Esoteric Etchings is a facilitated drawing workshop held at Coven Headquarters in London, in which participants sketch a clothed model without aiming for technical perfection.

The session is an untutored workshop built around drawing from life. A clothed model, Bevelly Strange, sits for participants, who work through speed exercises and drawing with the non-dominant hand. Guided prompts encourage experiments with automatism, shape and tone, and the emphasis falls on exploring rather than on accuracy.

Paper and graphite pencils are provided, so no special equipment is needed, though participants may bring a sketchbook or other materials if they wish to try something different. The workshop is aimed at adults, with entry restricted to those aged 18 and over. Each person works at their own pace, and the practice is self-led, with the facilitator offering prompts along the way.

The activity suits adults who enjoy drawing or who would like to loosen up their approach to figure work. A drink from the venue bar is included with the ticket. The workshop takes place at Coven Headquarters, on Old Compton Street in Soho.