This week we will really get into linework, pattern and texture with spectacularly scaled lizards as our subject matter. We’ll be learning about lizards of the world, including drawing class superstar Deano the Green Iguana. I’ll be using fineliner pens of varied nib width and I’ll be using different ways of building up texture and tone with cross hatching, repetitive lines and stippling.

To take part you’ll need to download the Reference Image Pack – available here and on the Instagram profile a week prior to the class taking place. More information will be released closer to the time regarding materials. If you don’t have exactly the same kit, don’t worry – you can draw along in whatever materials you have to hand.

These Instagram Lives will always be free to join, but if you enjoy the classes and are in a position to contribute a small donation that that would be wholeheartedly appreciated and go towards keeping WLD up and running, and supporting some of the farms and animal handlers that we work with. Of course there are lots of people and organisations that need supporting right now, so please don’t feel like you have to contribute anything to join in – the most important thing is that we draw together.

For our next live broadcast from the London Aquarium, we’ll be cruising the coral reefs and meeting all the many colourful creatures that live there! We’ll have a live zoom link to view different parts of the largest living coral reef in the UK. Spot the clownfish, regal tangs and the cleaner shrimp for the full Finding Nemo experience, as well and learning all about reef ecology and conservation projects around the globe.

The class will begin with an introduction from WLD founder and artist Jennie Webber, who will take you through the basics of drawing animals from life. There will be a drawing demonstration of how to draw fish, coral structure and textures – before we go live to the reef! We will then switch screens to be introduced live to the coral ecosystem with fun facts from James, Head Aquarist at SEA LIFE London. We’ll spend 45 minutes drawing and we’ll switch our viewpoints throughout to make sure we see all the species.

The basic materials you need to take part are paper, a pencil, eraser and sharpener, but of course you are more than welcome to work in whatever materials you enjoy or have to hand. Colours are useful when drawing coral reefs! Please get in touch if you need advice on materials, we’re happy to help! You will be emailed the Zoom link to join and some reference images 24 hour before the event is due to start.

50% of each ticket sold will be donated to the Sea Life Trust.

Ready for off-the-charts cuteness? Then this online drawing class is for you! We’ll be drawing little puppies rescued by Wild at Heart Foundation and hearing their stories – from difficult starts to finding their forever families! There will be a step-by-step draw along demonstration with artist and WLD founder Jennie Webber, and you’ll learn about proportion, anatomy and fur textures as we build up the drawing together over the hour. We’ll be working from some beautiful photos of puppies, some now safe in happy homes and some up for adoption through the work of Wild at Heart Foundation. Perhaps you’ll finish the class with both a lovely drawing AND a new puppy?!

The basic materials you need to take part are paper, a pencil, eraser and sharpener, but of course you are more than welcome to work in whatever materials you enjoy or have to hand. Please get in touch if you need advice on materials, we’re happy to help! You will be emailed the Zoom link to join and some reference images 24 hours before the event is due to start.

Tickets can be purchased by making a minimum £10 donation to Wild at Heart Foundation.

This time we’ll be drawing owls from all around the globe. We’ll be meeting three different species – the Great Horned Owl from Canada, the charismatic Bengal Eagle Owl from the warmer climates of India and the unusual Great Grey Owl hailing from across the northern hemisphere! At this point in the year we may also have some baby owlets along for the ride! We will be introduced to these fine feathers with a detailed talk from our experienced and dedicated falconer and learn about their anatomy, unique characteristics and how they’ve evolved to use sound to pinpoint their prey from the air – especially the Great Grey who uses her facial discs to locate prey under three feet of snow! Our animal handlers will be full of facts about where to see these birds in the wild and any conservation issues affecting these species. All these owls are truly charismatic with their own individual personalities and I guarantee you’ll go away with not only some great drawings, but a new found respect and admiration for these beautiful birds of prey.

This rescheduled date is dependent on government guidelines and will run at reduced capacity, with additional hygiene and social distancing measures in place.

This time we’ll be drawing owls from all around the globe. We’ll be meeting three different species – the Great Horned Owl from Canada, the charismatic Bengal Eagle Owl from the warmer climates of India and the unusual Great Grey Owl hailing from across the northern hemisphere! At this point in the year we may also have some baby owlets along for the ride! We will be introduced to these fine feathers with a detailed talk from our experienced and dedicated falconer and learn about their anatomy, unique characteristics and how they’ve evolved to use sound to pinpoint their prey from the air – especially the Great Grey who uses her facial discs to locate prey under three feet of snow! Our animal handlers will be full of facts about where to see these birds in the wild and any conservation issues affecting these species. All these owls are truly charismatic with their own individual personalities and I guarantee you’ll go away with not only some great drawings, but a new found respect and admiration for these beautiful birds of prey.

This rescheduled date is dependent on government guidelines and will run at reduced capacity, with additional hygiene and social distancing measures in place.

Come meet, draw and fall in love with our latest litter of Miniature Piglets, who will be around 2 months old – fully weaned and independent from mum. ‘Miniature’ or ‘teacup’ pigs is the term given to a smaller-than-average pig, originally created by crossbreeding a pot-bellied pigs and a New Zealand Kune-Kune. Although the piglets will be small at this stage, we will be talking about the realities of owning ‘Miniature’ pigs, the complex care they need and how large they can really grow! There’s a lot to love about the humble pig in general, and our expert handler will wow you with plenty of fascinating facts. Be prepared to fall in love with these lovely little animals, and all for a good cause!

As well as being super cute – the drawing class will have an ethical focus – we will discuss welfare issues within the world of pig farming and the meat industry. Ten percent of each ticket price will be donated to Farms not Factories – a non-profit organisation working to expose the true costs of cheap meat from animal ‘factories’ with the aim to inspire people to purchase meat from healthy, high welfare farms.

10% of every ticket will be donated to Farms not Factories.

This rescheduled date is dependent on government guidelines and will run at reduced capacity, with additional hygiene and social distancing measures in place.

Very excited to share our first Sighthound Special – a day of drawing classes with Greyhounds, Whippets and Lurchers to raise money for The Greyhound Trust. We’ll be drawing calm and friendly sighthounds of all different sizes, breeds and colours; and all of them will be coming along with their dedicated owners. We will be learning about the characteristics of the sighthound breeds and how they evolved to be such great runners. We’ll discuss the realities of greyhound racing and some of the shocking welfare issues attached to that sport. £5 from the price of each ticket will be donated to The Greyhound Trust – a charity working to find happy homes for retired racing hounds. The charity was founded in 1975 by a few greyhound loving pals and since then has ensured over 100,000 greyhounds have gone to loving owners, and continue to rehome at least 3500 more greyhounds every year through their nationwide branches.

£5 of each ticket will be donated to the Greyhound Trust.

This rescheduled date is dependent on government guidelines and will run at reduced capacity, with additional hygiene and social distancing measures in place.