About this course

Please note that this drawing day is only bookable by West Dean Foundation Diploma in Art and Design students (FDAD). The focus of Drawing Day is to explore drawing in its broadest sense and to develop confidence in self-directed study. Dan Lobb will introduce the subject and provide support and guidance throughout the day. To book your place click the BOOK NOW button.

If you wish to book a tutorial, this will be on the same day with Chris Gilvan-Cartwright and must be booked together with your drawing day by telephone.

General Information

Tutors

Chris Gilvan-Cartwright

Chris Gilvan-Cartwright, aka The Baron Gilvan, is a painter, performer and animator.
Graduating from Central St Martins he won the Royal Overseas League bursary to paint in India and Nepal. He designed the BBC Proms logos for two seasons, has exhibited extensively and performed at the Jerwood Gallery Hastings. Chris also trained at Kracow Academy of Fine Arts, Poland, and University of Brighton. He has taught over 20 years from Foundation to Degree level. Chris is a member of Central Illustration Agency and has illustrated 20 children's books, including 'Becoming Me', Frances Lincoln Publishing.

Dan Lobb

Dan Lobb studied Fine Art Sculpture at Winchester School of Art and has an MA in garden design and landscape architecture. He has been teaching 3D Art and Design for 20 years, primarily at the Arts University in Bournemouth, is an RHS show garden judge and a member of and adjudicator for, the Society of Garden Designers.
Dan's work bridges art and design, primarily focussed on working with the place/genius loci. Dan was commissioned to create a site-specific interactive sculpture using natural materials ‘Skyfish’ at West Dean Arts And Crafts festival 2019.

Accommodation

Residential option available. Find out accommodation costs and how to book here.

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