Summer 2026: Architectural Drawing

Course Outline

In this workshop students will learn to draw architectural elements including decorative corbels, horseshoes arches and ionic capitals. We will use traditional tools including compass and straight edge, technical drawings will be taught stage by stage. Participants will also learn to drawing motifs and ornamental elements inherent in the architectural features.



Meet the Tutor

This workshop will be run by highly experienced Creative Dimension Trust tutor Adam Williamson. Adam is a skilled calligrapher, geometer and stone/wood carver. He is drawn to particular shapes and patterns that can tessellate into perfectly balanced structures. His work embodies universal principles found in nature through hands-on craftsmanship.



Timings

This workshop will start daily at 10am and finish at approximately 4:30pm.



Transferable Skills and Future Careers

TCDT workshops give a chance to develop a range of transferable skills and valuable insight to possible career paths. Some of the career choices our alumni have pursued include; Architecture, Engineering, Fine Art, Jewellery Making, Art Conservation, Glass Working, Theatre Design, Fashion Design, Costume Design – the list is growing!



Eligibility Criteria

In order to be eligible to apply you will need to be 14 – 19 years old during the dates of the workshop.

You should be creative and have an interest in the careers listed above, or similar areas. You should also have good hand-eye co-ordination.

In your application you should demonstrate a passion for working with your hands.

You must be able to attend every day of the workshop.

Please be sure that you have read our Eligibility Criteria and Applications section at the bottom of the Workshop page before applying.



Course Funding

Our workshops are fully-funded by generous sponsors. Places are limited, therefore, we recommend you submit your application as early as possible.



There are only 15 spaces available on this workshop. If the workshop becomes oversubscribed, we will close the application process early.