The nights are drawing in. Afternoon cultural events coming up in Derby that you may be interested in:

Life Drawing at the Wardwick (the old Derby library) organised by Derby Museum and Art Gallery 28 September 12-1pm for beginners £5 or 2-4pm £10 for the more experienced. Booking required: https://derbymuseums.org/event/life-drawing-in-the-wardwick-3

Musician, poet and composer John Tams and guests perform 5 October at 2.30pm at the Wardwick (the old Derby library) £12  https://derbymuseums.org/event/derby-poetry-festival-the-noise-we-make-with-john-tams

At Derby Museum of Making on 10 October £15 or £5 concessions, Two of Sinfonia Viva musicians playing contemporary music and the darkly humorous poems of Philip Larkin. https://www.sinfoniaviva.co.uk/event/philip-larkins-england/

On Friday 23 August, as a change to the usual format, we had a still-life session with a difference. Becky Barker, Derby Sketching Club member and professional costume designer kindly provided a pair of mannequins to paint or draw. Assisted by her mum Lisa, she dressed the mannequins in a selection of outfits. Most of us at Derby Sketching Club don’t usually draw a lot of fabrics so this was a challenge: textures, sheen, draping and folds to tackle. A fun evening, well-attended. Marlene and Denise provided a delicious buffet in the break which was really appreciated. All agreed it would be nice to do something similar again in the future. Here’s a selection of work produced and a some photos of our models. Thanks very much to Becky and everyone else who helped out and those who took part.                                                         

Spaces are limited for this event. Derby Sketching Club members only are invited to book this all day event, 10-4pm on Sunday 13 October. Two models will pose together. As ever, no tuition, bring your own materials. Tea, coffee and a light lunch are supplied. Book your place at any session or pay by BACS and let us know. Price £16