African Art Insights I Collaboration with PfA
Our theme for the Professionals for Africa event is the buoyant African Art market, hosted by Zimbabwean artist Bokani. She was recently featured on the BBC 1 show the Big Painting Challenge and you will hear from and meet leading figures in London’s African Art market.This is a unique opportunity to hear from the experts and learn how you can support the growth of the arts. We look forward to welcoming you to a cultured evening where you will have plenty of time to meet lik
Drink and Draw Masterclass - Portraits
Joining us for a fun evening learning to draw portraits with a live model, ballet dancer Christina Gibbs.
Your tutors Oliver Freeston, winner of the BBC Big Painting Challenge 2018 and Bokani winner of the public vote, will guide you to discover your style and hone your skills. Drink and draw in the exclusive members club Library in Covent Garden and take the opportunity to enjoy the exhibition by the artists from this year's series of the Big Painting Challenge. All levels
Chapter 10 Exhibition
I am so excited to be taking part in a group exhibition with the artists from this year's Big Painting Challenge. Welcome to the first exhibition celebrating the work of the ten artists from this series of the BBC show The Big Painting Challenge! Showing paintings not seen on the TV series, you will be able to see work done by the artists without the cameras, or the time pressure! With some new pieces, you will be able to see the new skills all the artists picked up in the bo
Highlights from the Big Painting Challenge
What an extraordinary experience and wonderful people to meet! I am very thankful for the experience that gave me validation in my work and encouraged me to pursue art! Without a doubt meeting and painting alongside great artists, mentors and judges was a highlight. I made friends I will keep in touch with far into the future!
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