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Introduction to Charcoal Portrait Drawing

Introduction to Charcoal Portrait Drawing

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A charcoal portrait drawing workshop will be held at East Street Arts in Leeds on 2026-08-22, providing a relaxed step-by-step learning experience for beginners and those looking to improve their skills.

Learn how to draw expressive charcoal portraits in a relaxed, step-by-step workshop suitable for beginners and anyone looking to improve.

Have you ever wanted to learn how to draw a portrait but didn’t know where to begin?

Join contemporary charcoal artist Kenneth Uzoigwe for a relaxed and welcoming three-hour workshop designed for anyone with an interest in drawing, whether you’re picking up charcoal for the first time or looking to develop your existing skills.

During the workshop, you’ll learn how to observe a face like an artist, understand proportion, light, shadow and tone, and use charcoal to build depth and expression. Through simple, step-by-step guidance, you’ll gain practical techniques that you can continue using long after the workshop.

By the end of the session, you’ll leave with a completed charcoal portrait and greater confidence in your drawing ability.

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Introduction to Charcoal Portrait Drawing takes place on Saturday, 22 August 2026 at 11:00.

Introduction to Charcoal Portrait Drawing is held at East Street Arts in Leeds (Saint Mary's Lane, Leeds, LS9 7EH).

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Free – £5

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