‘Bauhaus Revisited’
The Bauhaus school (1919–1933) wasn’t just about architecture; it was about breaking forms down to their basics, the relationship between human and machine and the interplay of geometry and color. To understand the Bauhaus is to understand the foundation of the modern visual world. Before the Bauhaus, the world looked Victorian—heavy, ornate and obsessed with the past.
If you look around your room, you are likely looking at the legacy of the Bauhaus. Its principles have transcended physical architecture and bled into our digital and daily lives.
The Bauhaus is still relevant because it wasn’t just a “style”; it was a method of problem-solving. As long as humans need things to be functional, affordable and visually harmonious, the Bauhaus philosophy will survive and be worth revisiting.
No previous experience in drawing is needed! Just come with curiosity and an open mind 🙂
Model:
Andrew is a professional portrait and life model. You can learn more about his work @delamitrilifemodel
Host:
Hello! My name is Rose, and I started this lovely EM creative community. I was born in Beijing but grew up in Hong Kong. I was trained as an architect and worked/lived in many interesting cities before landing in London. 10 years ago I started my first lifedrawing club in HK with my university classmates. You can learn more about me HERE.
About Early Masterworks (EM) Life Drawing:
We create a welcoming and warm environment for all backgrounds, demographics and skill levels at this creative social life drawing event to meet, drink, draw and create! We do not instruct; instead, we invite participants to share. We believe that art connects people and sharing improves creativity!
We host weekly themed untutored gatherings at a variety of one-of-a-kind places in London. You may have also heard of us because of the work we have done with the National Gallery, Open House Festival London, SOHO HOUSE, Urbanism/Architecture Bi-City Biennale (UABB), and The European Biennial of Contemporary Art.
About Drawing Room:
Drawing Room is the place to discover drawing. Our mission is to champion drawing and its potential to help us understand ourselves, each other and our world. We do this through inspiring free exhibitions, our unique drawing research library, learning projects and vibrant events.
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Date:
20 March, 2026 (Friday)
Time:
7 – 9pm
Location:
Unit 1b New Tannery Way
Bermondsey
London
SE1 5WS
Tickets:
– £8 (Concession),
– £15 (Ticket with all Art Supplies)
We have light snacks and drinks.
We do not have a dinner menu.
Eventbrite Ticket fees are on top of this price – Sorry 🙁
Concession tickets are only for:
Government allowance/Pension recipients of any kind
Southwark residents
Full-time Students
Over 60s/Under 25s
Drawing Biennial 2026/Tannery Artists
Drawing Supporters
For further information about this event and/or to address any access needs, please contact mail@drawingroom.org.uk / 020 4547 6200
Concession tickets are limited to 6 per event as Drawing Room is a charity and rely on funds such as these to make our programme possible!
*Proof of eligibility will be required on entry to the events.
Rundown:
Doors open: 6.45pm
Life drawing: 7 to 8:30pm (mix of short and long poses, with short break)
Door close: 9pm
House Rules:
NO REFUNDS – Due to the amount of time and effort invested in event planning, we are unable to give refunds for this event.
Book ASAP – Please book online for you and your friends in advance so we know how to arrange the seats.
Some basic drawing materials and paper will be available for free but if you wish to bring your own sketchbooks and materials please do! Drawing boards and cosy seats are all provided on a first come-first served basis.
Discrimination and bullying in any form will not be tolerated at our events.
This is a 18+ event. We operate a challenge 25 policy at the bar, so please bring ID with you.
Photography and Filming take place during workshops and gallery opening times. Please let us know if you do not want to be on film. All material captured is used for either our social media or future promotion.
Credit to photographer:
Photography by London-based visual artist and photographer Han Wang