MAKING YOUR MARK IN THE WOODS
with pen, ink and natural drawing implements
The Living Classroom, Norton Lane, Durweston, Blandford. DT11 0QE
Friday June 19th 2026 10.30 - 4.00
The Living Classroom (Norton Lane, Durweston, Blandford. DT11 0QE.)
is a very special place in a beautiful glade in the woods. It is a great opportunity to spend the day walking, looking and drawing in a very unique environment as there is no vehicle access to the site outside of specified dates and courses.
The Living Classroom is run by the Dorset Coppice Group. It comprises an area of approximately 30 acres of mixed, broadleaved woodland known as Bonsley Wood, together with a classroom, toilets, water and power.
Using paper, pen, ink, brush and natural drawing implements, we will explore different ways of making bold marks and strong images. We will also learn techniques using washes (watery ink) and wax resist to produce some exciting and unexpected results. If you ever felt your drawing and mark making needed new vitality...this could be for you.
Classes are very relaxed and are for all abilities. We can start inside the Living Classroom with the big double doors opening into the woods and then, weather permitting, work outside where there are numerous beautiful places to sit and settle in. There will be plenty of help and tuition during the day.
All materials are provided. £75. Maximum 8 people
Teas and coffees supplied. Bring a packed lunch.
10.30 - 11.30 Welcome drink, introduction and guided walk around small area of the woods, looking out for natural brushes and pens on the way
11.30 - 12.00 Demonstration of mark making techniques
12.00 - 1.00 Experimenting with techniques including wax resist and ink washes
1.00 - 2.00 Lunch (bring packed lunch) Time to walk and explore the woods
2.00 - 3.30 Settle in a favourite spot and work on pieces in the wood, weather permitting, or in the classroom or veranda if not
3.30 - 4.00 Gather back in the classroom for drinks and sharing of thoughts/work
Maximum 8 people
Cost £75 - all materials provided BOOK HERE
Cancellation Policy
IF YOU HAVE TO CANCEL
More than 4 weeks prior to course: A full refund will be given.
1-4 weeks prior to course: 50% of course fee will be retained.
Less than 7 days’ notice: 100% of course fee will be retained.
If you do not attend a course and have not previously informed me, 100% of the fee will be retained
IF I HAVE TO CANCEL:
I will keep you informed if there is any threat of a course not running or if there are not enough participants to make it viable. I will cancel at short notice only in the case of an emergency, such as illness or extreme weather affecting access to and use of the building.
If I have to cancel a course 100% of course fees will be refunded.