
RGA Fridays
RGA Friday workshops give members and non-members over the age of 18 a chance to try out new skills or develop existing ones with a selection of different techniques and topics. It is also a chance to meet with other artists and friends and share ideas.
Venue | Earley St Peter’s Church Hall Church Road Earley Reading RG6 1EY what3words: ///trip.likely.giant Workshops are held on the ground floor with full wheelchair accessibility. |
Time | 7 pm – 9.30 pm |
Cost per session | RGA Members – £8, Non-RGA members – £12. Over 18 only. Booking is essential. An additional charge may be made if any specialised materials are needed or a model is involved, payable in cash to the tutor on the day. |
Please contact us if you have any questions regarding the RGA Friday workshops. If you have suggestions or ideas for future RGA Friday workshops please let us know.
Upcoming
Portrait Drawing from Life

Tutor: Mick McNicolas
25th April 2025
7:00 am - 9:30 pm
Cost Per Person: RGA Members - £8
Non-RGA members - £12
In this workshop Mick McNicholas will introduce a number of techniques to approach drawing a portrait from life. These will include a measured approach, and a mass-drawing approach. So, whether you are more methodical, or regard yourself as expressive, there will be something for you to enhance your portrait drawing skills.
What to bring:
- Pencils: Graphite and Charcoal
- Putty rubber/eraser
- Fixative (cheap hairspray)
- Cartridge paper – A3 size
- Newspaper/table covering
Paper will be available to buy if needed!