
Drawing People
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A ten-week drawing course taught by Ed Swales will run at The Punch Bowl in Sheffield starting on 7 October 2026. The workshop covers head construction, anatomy and movement using mixed media materials provided by the organisers. Participants can expect targeted feedback within a supportive environment.
A 10 week course designed to help anyone who wants to improve their ability to draw people, taught by TV & Film Storyboard Artist Ed Swales.
This will be a wide-ranging course covering head construction, facial features, anatomy, movement, hair and clothing. See the agenda below for session-by-session information.
Mixed media materials will be provided, though you are welcome to bring your own.
You can expect targeted in-session feedback on your work and a friendly, supportive environment of like-minded people.
About Ed Swales
Ed has over 10 years of experience as a storyboard artist across multiple productions including Casualty (BBC) and the Oscar shortlisted The One Note Man (Disney+). He currently holds the position of Senior Lecturer at BIMM University, where he gained his PG Cert in Teaching & Learning. He co-founded Storyline Arts in 2026 with Becky Warburton with the mission to provide South Yorkshire with high quality visual arts education.
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Drawing People takes place on Wednesday, 7 October 2026 at 19:00.
Drawing People is held at The Punch Bowl in Sheffield (The Punch Bowl, Sheffield, S10 1TH).
Tickets for Drawing People are priced at £20. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
The forecast for Drawing People is Clear · 10°C.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of The Punch Bowl can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Drawing People can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.

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A ten-week drawing course taught by Ed Swales will run at The Punch Bowl in Sheffield starting on 7 October 2026. The workshop covers head construction, anatomy and movement using mixed media materials provided by the organisers. Participants can expect targeted feedback within a supportive environment.
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Organiser’s full description
A 10 week course designed to help anyone who wants to improve their ability to draw people, taught by TV & Film Storyboard Artist Ed Swales.
This will be a wide-ranging course covering head construction, facial features, anatomy, movement, hair and clothing. See the agenda below for session-by-session information.
Mixed media materials will be provided, though you are welcome to bring your own.
You can expect targeted in-session feedback on your work and a friendly, supportive environment of like-minded people.
About Ed Swales
Ed has over 10 years of experience as a storyboard artist across multiple productions including Casualty (BBC) and the Oscar shortlisted The One Note Man (Disney+). He currently holds the position of Senior Lecturer at BIMM University, where he gained his PG Cert in Teaching & Learning. He co-founded Storyline Arts in 2026 with Becky Warburton with the mission to provide South Yorkshire with high quality visual arts education.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Drawing People?
Drawing People takes place on Wednesday, 7 October 2026 at 19:00.
Where is Drawing People taking place?
Drawing People is held at The Punch Bowl in Sheffield (The Punch Bowl, Sheffield, S10 1TH).
How much are tickets for Drawing People?
Tickets for Drawing People are priced at £20. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
What will the weather be like at Drawing People?
The forecast for Drawing People is Clear · 10°C.
Is there anywhere to stay near Drawing People?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of The Punch Bowl can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Drawing People?
Tickets for Drawing People can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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£20
Date
Until Wednesday, 7 October 2026
Time
Weather
feels like 6°C · chance of rain 18% · wind 15 km/h
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