Drawing Apollo & Zephyr at the V&A: Classical Sculpture Sketching Workshop
Join a friendly drawing session at the V&A and learn to sketch the Apollo and Zephyr sculptures with simple steps that suit all levels.
Join us at the Victoria and Albert Museum on 13 February, 2026 at 7:00 PM for a focused and enjoyable drawing session in the Victoira & Albert Museum, working directly from two of its most striking Renaissance sculptures: Apollo and Zephyr by Pierto Francavilla.
This workshop takes place in the gallery where the figures are beautifully lit, giving you ideal conditions for studying form, proportion and light.
Faces in Marble: Sketching Portrait Sculpture at the V&A
Learn simple techniques for sketching marble faces at the V&A in a supportive, guided session. All levels welcome!
Join us at the Victoria and Albert Museum on 27th February, 2026 at 7:00 PM for a calm evening sketching portrait sculptures in the V&A's galleries. This guided session focuses on observing the subtle planes, shadows and expressions carved into marble or plaster, and translating them into simple, confident drawings.
Drapery & Flow: Sketching Fabric in Sculpture at the V&A
Unleash your inner artist - no pressure, just good vibes and creativity flowing!
Join us at the Victoria and Albert Museum on 13 March, 2026 at 7:00 PM for an evening exploring drapery. In this relaxed drawing session, you'll learn simple techniques for sketching folds, shadows and flowing fabric from sculpture in the V&A's galleries.
Ideal for beginners and returning sketchers.
Light & Shadow: Tonal Drawing from Sculpture at the V&A
Join us at the Victoria and Albert Museum on 27 March, 2026 at 7:00 PM for an evening using light and shadow to bring your drawings to life. This guided workshop focuses on tonal sketching from sculpture in the galleries, helping you understand form, depth and contrast through simple, supportive exercises.
Suitable for all levels.
Drawing with Friends
Free drawing social at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London. Bring your own art materials for focused sketching and relaxed artist company.
Traditional Drawing at the V&A
Join artist and educator Franceska McCullough for a focused, technique-driven drawing session in the inspiring sculpture galleries of the Victoria and Albert Museum. This class is rooted in traditional drawing methods and is ideal for anyone interested in learning to draw or refining their skills through direct observation.
We’ll meet just inside the museum’s main entrance on Cromwell Road between 7:00 and 7:10 PM. After that, we’ll head into the galleries to begin our class. Please arrive on time—I won’t be able to answer my phone once we begin, so late arrivals may miss out.
Participants will draw from classical sculptures using their own materials, with guidance and demonstrations throughout. I’ll offer individual feedback and help you explore techniques for mark-making, shading, and proportion.
Traditional Drawing at the V&A
Join artist and educator Franceska McCullough for a focused, technique-driven drawing session in the inspiring sculpture galleries of the Victoria and Albert Museum. This class is rooted in traditional drawing methods and is ideal for anyone interested in learning to draw or refining their skills through direct observation.
The Guardian's Riddle: A Collaborative Drawing Quest at the British Museum!
🏛️ The Guardian’s Riddle
A collaborative drawing quest at the British MuseumFriday 15 August, 6:00 pm –7:30 pm
Step into the museum after hours and join a team of fellow artists on a guided drawing adventure. Led by artist and facilitator Franceska McCullough, you’ll solve poetic riddles, uncover hidden objects, and create symbolic sketches that build toward a shared myth.
Fantasy Drawing Class: Create, Quest, Collaborate!
Welcome to Fantasy Drawing Class: Create, Quest, Collaborate!
Step into a drawing class where the emphasis is on curiosity, storytelling, and collaborative play.
Using simple materials (pencils, coloured pencils, sketchbooks and pens), we’ll explore a series of creative challenges that could include:
🗝️ Deciphering gentle riddles that lead to unexpected sculptures
🎲 Pulling mysterious prompts from a bowl to build your own fantasy world
🌍 Inventing creatures, maps, or mythic objects as part of a shared drawing quest
✏️ Using imaginative mark-making techniques—like writing to create texture or drawing from the inside out
🤝 Working together to solve poetic puzzles and complete a collective creative mission
This is a non-academic class for adults who enjoy dreaming on paper. You don’t need any drawing experience—just an openness to explore, invent, and play alongside others.
Whether you find yourself sketching a guardian for a cast court or designing a landscape made of moods, you’ll leave with a pocketful of ideas and a few pages marked by wonder.
🧺 Need materials?A limited number of ready-made art packets are available for £5, which include:
A canvas tote bag
An A4 sketchbook
A pencil case filled with assorted pencils, an eraser, pencil sharpener, and blending sticks
Payment can be made via contactless card (preferred) or cash on the day. If you’d like an art packet, it’s very important that you contact Franceska in advance to request one, so she can prepare enough for the group.
🕰️ Where & When to Meet
Please arrive by 7:00pm just inside the museum’s main entrance on Cromwell Road.We’ll head into the galleries promptly by 7:10pm to begin.📵 Once the class begins, Franceska won’t be able to answer her phone—so punctuality is essential.
Traditional Drawing at the V&A
Join us at the Victoria and Albert Museum for a hands-on traditional drawing event! Immerse yourself in the world of art and let your creativity flow as you sketch in the inspiring surroundings of the museum. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned artist, this event is perfect for anyone who loves to put pencil to paper. Don't miss this unique opportunity to explore your artistic side in a beautiful setting.
Imaginative Drawing at the Victoria & Albert Museum
Join us for a fun and relaxing drawing class where you can let your imagination run wild as you sketch in the inspiring galleries.
This class is for anyone who loves art; whether you're already an artist or new to drawing, you are very welcome!
Traditional Drawing at the Victoria & Albert Museum
Traditional Drawing at the Victoria & Albert Museum
Join us at the Victoria and Albert Museum for a hands-on traditional drawing event! Immerse yourself in the world of art and let your creativity flow as you sketch in the inspiring surroundings of the museum. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned artist, this event is perfect for anyone who loves to put pencil to paper. Don't miss this unique opportunity to explore your artistic side in a beautiful setting.
Imaginative Drawing Class
Join us for a fun and relaxing drawing class where you can let your imagination run wild as you sketch in the inspiring galleries.
This class is for anyone who loves art; whether you're already an artist or new to drawing, you are very welcome!
Traditional Drawing Class
Join us at the Victoria and Albert Museum for a hands-on traditional drawing event! Immerse yourself in the world of art and let your creativity flow as you sketch in the inspiring surroundings of the museum. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned artist, this event is perfect for anyone who loves to put pencil to paper. Don't miss this unique opportunity to explore your artistic side in a beautiful setting.
Imaginative Drawing at the Victoria & Albert Museum
Welcome to Imaginative Drawing at the Victoria & Albert Museum!
Join us for a fun and relaxing drawing class where you can let your imagination run wild as you sketch in the inspiring galleries.
This class is for anyone who loves art; whether you're already an artist or new to drawing, you are very welcome!
I'd like you to meet me just inside the entrance from Cromwell at 7 p.m.
By 7:10 p.m., we'll walk into our chosen gallery to begin our class.
I am selling an art packet for anyone who needs materials - £12 for a canvas bag with a sketchbook and pencil case containing pencils, a sharpener, an eraser, and blending stumps. These packets are payable via contactless on the day - Please remember to send me a message/email to reserve your packet so I know how many to bring.
Traditional Drawing at the Victoria & Albert Museum
Traditional Drawing at the Victoria & Albert Museum
Join us at the Victoria and Albert Museum for a hands-on traditional drawing event! Immerse yourself in the world of art and let your creativity flow as you sketch in the inspiring surroundings of the museum. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned artist, this event is perfect for anyone who loves to put pencil to paper. Don't miss this unique opportunity to explore your artistic side in a beautiful setting.
Friday Lates - Drawing Class - 28 February
Join in and experience unusual drawing games designed to exercise your abilities and boost your confidence while enabling a fun social outing that’s not your typical drawing class.
I do offer art packets to anyone who has arrived without materials. They include one sketchbook, a selection of pencils, an eraser, and a pencil sharpener.
Art packets are £12 to purchase on the day and free to Art Club members.
Friday Lates - Drawing Class - 14 February
Join in and experience unusual drawing games designed to exercise your abilities and boost your confidence while enabling a fun social outing that’s not your typical drawing class.
I do offer art packets to anyone who has arrived without materials. They include one sketchbook, a selection of pencils, an eraser, and a pencil sharpener.
Art packets are £12 to purchase on the day and free to Art Club members.
Friday Lates - Drawing Class - 24 January
Join in and experience unusual drawing games designed to exercise your abilities and boost your confidence while enabling a fun social outing that’s not your typical drawing class.
I do offer art packets to anyone who has arrived without materials. They include one sketchbook, a selection of pencils, an eraser, and a pencil sharpener.
Art packets are £8 to purchase on the day and free to Art Club members.
Friday Lates - Drawing Class - 13 December
Join in and experience unusual drawing games designed to exercise your abilities and boost your confidence while enabling a fun social outing that’s not your typical drawing class.
I do offer art packets to anyone who has arrived without materials. They include one sketchbook, a selection of pencils, an eraser, and a pencil sharpener.
Art packets are £8 to purchase on the day and free to Art Club members.
Friday Lates - Drawing Class - 6 December
Join in and experience unusual drawing games designed to exercise your abilities and boost your confidence while enabling a fun social outing that’s not your typical drawing class.
I do offer art packets to anyone who has arrived without materials. They include one sketchbook, a selection of pencils, an eraser, and a pencil sharpener.
Art packets are £8 to purchase on the day and free to Art Club members.
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