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Life Drawing with Brentford Nudes
Overview
Whether you are an absolute beginner or a seasoned artist, join Brentford Nudes for a life drawing class within our breathtaking Upper Drawing Room.
Celebrating London Festival of Architecture, explore the fascinating relationship between the human form and the spaces we inhabit. From Vitruvius’s ideal proportions to the practicalities of gallery design, our bodies shape the built environment. This unique life drawing session, delves into the ‘architecture of the body in space’ and discovering how our physical presence influences the world around us.
The class will begin with a series of dynamic warm up poses followed by longer poses with our model. Your host Angela Chico will be on hand to give tips throughout.
17:00: Doors open for participants to visit the exhibitions across the manor & gallery
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18:15: 1.5 hour tutored life drawing session in the impressive Chinoiserie Upper Drawing Room
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19:45: The posing finishes, and artists share their work
Tickets Cost £22, 18+ Only
What’s included?
- Tutored drawing class with expert tips for beginners.
- Open to all levels, seasoned artists and novices.
- Basic drawing materials included.
- Access to Pitzhanger Manor, all exhibitions, and free Thursday Lates activities on the night.
What to consider?
- Only dry materials are allowed in the historic rooms.
- Drinks: We can only have clear liquids upstairs. There is a café in the manor if you want to have a tea
About Thursday Lates
Pitzhanger stays open until 8pm on the first Thursday of every month offering visitors an after-hours chance to view the exhibitions, and to join a wide range of events and activities, or simply enjoy a glass of something in our café/bar. Please note that some talks and events may require additional tickets so do check the website for details ahead of your visit.
Date and Time
Thursday 5 June 2025
6.15 pm – 8.00 pm
Doors open from 5 pm for access to exhibitions and other activities included in our Thursday Late Programme.
Venue
Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery
Ealing Green, London W5 5EQ
Tickets
£22, 18+ Only
Your ticket grants you access to Pitzhanger Manor, all exhibitions, and free Thursday Lates activities on the night.
Enquiries
Please contact pitzhanger@pitzhanger.org.uk for more information.
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Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery
Ealing Green, London W5 5EQ
Ticketing, Opening Hours and Tour Enquiries: foh@pitzhanger.org.uk
Retail Enquires: retail@pitzhanger.org.uk
Reception: 020 3985 8888
Venue Hire: 020 3994 0966
Office: 020 3994 0967
Wednesday - Sunday: 10:00 - 17:00
First Thursday of the month: 10:00 - 20:00
Monday - Tuesday: Closed
Bank Holidays: 10:00 - 17:00
Last admissions one hour before closing
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