A drawing a day for a year Steven Walker

September 26, 2012

My aim for a drawing a day is to encourage people to see that a sketch is in itself a unique act.The drawings are simple sketches done early in the morning as part of my art routine- my attempts at looking at the world and being part of it.This is following in the tradition of artists who have influenced me; Auerbach, Bonnard, Kossoff, but usually this is a secret act. A sketch can offer us a glimpse into their thoughts and contains a vitality that the artist would then harness into a painting.

Steven has recently set up an artist run gallery in Leigh-on Sea. Gallery 33 hopes to establish itself in the Leigh community as a centre of contemporary art whose interest lies in re-investigating observational and figurative traditions. The gallery wants to create a bridge and conversation between London artists and the local community and plans to be both an exhibition space as well as a base from which to deliver workshops and art classes.

Go to : A drawing a day

Steven's drawing classes outside in Leigh Old town begin on Monday 1st October(13.00-16.30), Thursday 4th Oct(13.00-16.30), and Saturday 6th Oct (10.00-13.30) which will last for 10 weeks.

The class will meet at Gallery33, 33 Leigh Hill, Leigh-on-Sea where Steven will show a quick slide presentation highlighting artistic influences and examples of drawing specific to the days aim. The group will head out to draw in the Old Town for 2 hours, then return to Gallery 33 for a cuppa where there will be the opportunity to look at the drawings done and share any thoughts about the day.

There will be an exhibition of works at Gallery 33 during December.

All levels welcome.
£10 per class/£8 per class if 10 week term booked in advance.
Concessions available.

To sign up or for any further information please contact Steven on 07876517744 or email
stevenwalkerart@gmail.com