Saturday 21 September 1-2pm

Discover the basic skills of drawing and learn simple methods to quickly improve your sketching abilities in a casual, friendly workshop, set in the inspiring environment of the Hellenic Museum. Under the guidance of internationally acclaimed artist Marco Luccio, participants will learn foundational concepts such as form, depth and light, providing a basis of skills and confidence that will enable participants to continue their own learning.

Marco Luccio is an experienced art educator known for his warm and engaging teaching style. He understands the fears and hesitations that can come with starting to draw, making this an ideal workshop for anyone who is just beginning their drawing journey, or who may be returning to drawing for the first time in a while.

Materials to bring

  • Sketchbook – maximum size A3
  • Greylead pencils – 2B preferred
  • Sharpener
  • Eraser

Other information

  • To ensure participants receive a tailored experience and personalised feedback from Marco, places in this session are strictly limited. Book promptly to avoid missing out.
  • Tickets include general entry to the Hellenic Museum before or after the workshop.
  • This is a beginner-friendly workshop with a focus on technical skills. For a similar workshop with a focus on wellbeing, you may also be interested in Sketching for Sanity.

About Marco Luccio

Marco Luccio is an internationally acclaimed artist and educator, with a strong, drawing-based art practice. He has mentored and taught for many years, and is known for having a relaxed teaching style that caters to beginning and advanced artists alike.

This workshop is one in a series of public programs for Reverse Archaeology: Metamorphosis of Aphrodite, an exhibition of works by Marco Luccio showing at the Hellenic Museum until 27 October 2024.

Cost $35 plus booking fee.