Dog Life
Drawing

Calling all dog lovers...

Dog life drawing classes in Bristol

Whether you love dogs, you enjoy drawing, or just want to try something a little bit unusual, join our art classes that put a slightly different spin on life drawing.

Guided sketching activities with dogs

We bring the dogs, you bring the drawing

Let us take the lead and walk you through a range of fun and creative drawing activities. There’s no need to bring or prepare anything, just show up as you are with a willingness to get stuck in and have fun.

Are workshops are led by creative facilitators who know how to help you get the most out of your sessions – whether your priority is playing with some pups or expressing yourself creatively on a page.

Find a date to meet our dog models

We run sessions at loads of venues across Bristol, find a time to come along to a class.

Wed 11th November
6:30pm
The Crafty Egg, Fishponds
Fri 27th November
7:00pm
The Greenhouse, Bedminster
Sun 6th December
2:30pm
Wiper & True Taproom

The perfect subject...

Could your dog model for Dog Life Drawing?

No, they don’t need to sit still for the whole session. We welcome dogs of all shapes and sizes to our session. No breed is barred. If you can take them to the pub or a coffee shop, you can take them to Dog Life Drawing.

The hosts for your session

Meet Cai Burton, dog lover, artist, and your host for Dog Life Drawing

Artist Cai Burton set up Dog Life Drawing in Bristol in March 2024 – bringing together his love of drawing and dogs in a wonderful celebration. What started as an excuse to meet lots of dogs has turned into a fun and creative outlet.

But it’s not just Cai – with our team of facilitators you’ll inevitably meet like local artists Beth Kirby, Fra Beecher, and Ella Walker-Collier (and more!). Each one brings their own flavour to workshops to make every session stand out.

Come draw dogs with us

Sign up for a dog life drawing class in Bristol

With regular classes each month across the city, you’ll find the perfect class for you. Whether you’re desperate to meet a dachshund or looking for a labrador, we’ve got the dogs for you.