Life drawing tutored 18th April (Tuesday)
Start Date: Saturday 18/04/2026
Time: 11:00am
Duration: 2 hrs
Price: £36.00
Ability: All Welcome
Tutor: Rachel Labovitch
Tickets Available: 8
About this course
One-Off Tutored Life Drawing Session with Artist Rachel Labovitch
We’re delighted to offer a special one-off tutored life drawing session with artist Rachel Labovitch, created as a complement to our regular fortnightly untutored life drawing sessions.
This unique class is ideal for those who have recently returned to drawing and those who attend our sessions regularly but would like the opportunity to check in with a tutor, refresh their skills, and make sure they’re heading in the right direction with their practice.
Rachel will offer guidance to key aspects of life drawing technique if required, personal feedback, technical tips, and insights to help you build confidence and deepen your understanding of form, proportion, and observation.
Whether you’re looking for reassurance that your drawing is progressing well or want a gentle “top-up” of technique and inspiration, this session provides the perfect balance of support and creative freedom.
Who should attend:
Recommended for those with some experience or none who are looking for guidance and development.
About your tutor
Rachel Labovitch is a highly accomplished visual artist whose practice is
deeply rooted in the art of drawing. With an MA in Drawing, Rachel’s work
has been exhibited both nationally and internationally, reflecting her mastery
of the medium. For over 20 years, she has balanced her studio practice with
a passion for teaching, developing innovative drawing-based programs for
schools, outreach organizations, and gallery spaces. Her academic
contributions include lecturing at prestigious institutions such as the
University of the Arts London and Kingston University.
Rachel’s career highlights include receiving an Arts Council England Grant
for a residency at Forty Hall in 2010, being shortlisted for the Ruskin
Drawing Prize in 2012, and winning second prize in the Diana Armfield
Drawing competition in 2019. Her solo exhibitions, such as "Skyward" at
The Garden Museum in London, have captivated audiences, showcasing her
ability to capture the natural world with a unique perspective.
Currently based in London, Rachel continues to teach painting classes in
Richmond and lead drawing workshops at Orleans House Gallery pursuing
her commitment to art education as well as continuing her own artistic
journey with an ever-evolving body of work.
What materials will be provided:
- A2 & A3 drawing boards and limited number of easels will be provided for use
- A limited selection of dry and wet media will be on offer incl. charcoal, coloured pastels
- Off white and coloured sugar paper
What to bring: materials you like to use and try some new ones!
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“Taking the time to learn in the inspiring environment of Colne Road Studios was such a treat! The group was welcoming and supportive and Rachel is an extremely talented and generous teacher, sharing her skills and knowledge to give us fresh perspectives and a wealth of useful advice and feedback. I felt my ability and interest in drawing had been revived after many years dormant, learning how to observe as well as how to draw. I would encourage anyone willing to pick up a pencil to have a go, and have already signed up to Rachel’s next course! “CB March 2025
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Limited paid spaces available in surrounding roads with Ring Go cashless Parking
Max stay 4 hours during operational hours
Holly Road Car park, behind Marks & Spencer TW1 4HF
Mon to Sat – 8am to 6.30pm.
This car park is accessible and free to park in outside of these hours. Max stay 4 hours during operational hours – walking to the Studio approx 9mins
At the moment the courses at Colne Road Studios are designed for adults over the age of 18 . The aim is to create a relaxed environment, provide a bit of an escape and switch off from every day responsibilites. We are not able to accommodate children in our classes, nor do we provide children’s classes at this time.
To secure a course, please book at least 8 days before the listed course start date.
Any course with no bookings 8 days prior to it’s start date will then be removed from the website .
Courses with fewer than 3 participants may be cancelled, with 5 days’ notice given to those who had enrolled.
You will be notified by email if this happens, unless you would like us to text you instead, but please let us know.
A refund for the full course value will then be made.
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All of our longer courses are exchangeable up until 28 days prior to the start of the course. After this, you are able to change your booking to a different course for a £20 admin fee. Please note that from 14 days prior to the start of the course, your booking is non-refundable and non-exchangeable.
Our refund policy is strict because it enables us to pay ourselves and our tutors a fair wage, and remain accessible as a studio.
Every time we are asked to to accommodate a refund request, we would be forced to lower our staff wages or increase our prices – both of which we really want to avoid. We hope you understand that this is why there are no exemptions to our refund policies.
What if the course is cancelled by Colne Road Studios ?
Courses with fewer than 3 participants may be cancelled, with 5 days’ notice given to those who had enrolled.
You will be notified by email if this happens, unless you would like us to text you instead, but please let us know.
A refund for the full course value will then be made.
Please bare with us . This might take 5-10 days to come through.