DRAWING ROME

About the workshop

During the workshop you will draw Rome: you will keep a sketchbook of the life, art, architecture, and artefacts of the city. Together, in a small group, we will explore Rome through observational and analytical drawings. We will share ideas about how different drawing practices and techniques can support creative thinking about place, how drawings communicate, and what hand drawing can contribute to design thinking in a digital age.

Where is the workshop?

Days will include a sketching walk around the city, following an itinerary organised historically. There will be one day trip, by train, to Hadrian’s Villa and the Villa d’Este at Tivoli. Accommodation, presentations, workspace, and communal dinners will be held at the British School at Rome.

Is it for me?

The course is aimed at individuals with an enthusiasm for inquiry through drawing and a keen interest in art, architecture and representation. It is open to people of all levels of competence and backgrounds.

Who teaches it?

The workshop will be led by David Dernie, an academic, architect, and painter whose work explores materials, space, experience, and memory. A former Rome Scholar at the British School at Rome, David has published and lectured widely on architectural drawing. Rome has informed his academic work and his studio practice throughout his career. He has led Rome courses over many years.

How much does it cost?

Per person, 7 nights at the British School at Rome:

Shared twin room: 490 Euros, including breakfast and evening meal

Single occupancy: 630 Euros, including breakfast and evening meal

Membership of the BSR: 85 Euros

Workshop Fee: 725 Euros, including drawing materials

Entrances and Transport not included.

How to apply?

Drawing Rome is a small group workshop. Places are limited.

Applicants should send a 1 page CV and a statement of interest.

Application deadline extended to April 30th 2024.

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