GRAPHITE & PAPER: DRAWING FOR BEGINNERS
9th Dec 2025
Step into the world of graphite and discover the art of seeing through your pencil. This inspiring two-hour class is perfect for absolute beginners who want to learn the foundations of drawing in a relaxed, creative space. Guided by a professional artist with over ten years of experience, you’ll explore essential techniques including shading, proportion, texture and lighting. These tools will give you the ability to bring simple subjects to life on paper. Whether you’re rekindling your creativity or starting fresh, you’ll leave with a finished drawing, new skills, and the confidence to keep creating. All materials are provided; just bring your curiosity and an open mind.
Othman Izagaren is a self-taught artist, illustrator, and designer with over a decade of professional experience. His clients include professional footballers, theatre companies, video game developers, and international award-winning entertainment retailers. He has also tutored artists at every stage of their development. Beginning his creative journey with a love for graphite on paper, Othman later expanded into digital art, broadening his visual language and collaborative work. Recently, he has returned to graphite, combining the precision of traditional drawing with the versatility gained from digital practice. His current work explores the human experience through a distinctive blend of technical skill, emotional depth, and contemporary storytelling.
Location: The Art Space, Cass Art Kingston
Dates & times: Every 2nd Sunday of the month, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
- 11th January 2026
- 8th February 2026
- 8th March 2026
- 12th April 2026
- 10th May 2026
- 14th June 2026
- 12th July 2026
- 9th August 2026
- 13th September 2026
- 11th October 2026
- 8th November 2026
- 13th December 2026
Ages: 16+
Materials provided: Materials will be provided, but you can also bring your own. You will need a set of graphite pencils, sheets of high-quality cartridge paper, erasers (solid & kneaded), sharpeners & blending stumps.
Tickets: £25
To book: simply email Othman at othman.izagaren.art@gmail.com
Please note, these workshops take place on the first floor and there is no step-free access.
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