Question 1

What is Drawing Life CIC?

Accepted Answer

Drawing Life CIC runs community life drawing classes in Glasgow and online with a primary focus on widening access to drawing for young people interested in pursuing a career in the arts. It also provides affordable, accessible drawing classes where all local residents, regardless of background, feel welcome. These sessions will help to improve attendees' mental wellbeing and increase their inclusion in the local community, Govanhill in Glasgow. The programme of events will include relaxed drawing classes, and drawing combined with other mindful activities such as yoga, meditation, time in nature, cooking, and collaborations with local artists/makers.

Question 2

Where are you?

Accepted Answer

Drawing Life CIC runs sessions at 4 locations: Cass Art Central (63 Queen St, Glasgow, UK); McNeills Southside (106 Torrisdale St, Glasgow G42, UK); Govanhill Neighbourhood Centre Southside (6 Daisy St, Govanhill, Glasgow G42 8JL, UK); Online (Online). Each location has its own booking page - pick the one you want when you book.

Question 3

When are you open?

Accepted Answer

At Cass Art Central, public sessions run Friday 12:00-14:00. At McNeills Southside, public sessions run Wednesday 18:30-20:30. At Govanhill Neighbourhood Centre Southside, public sessions run Wednesday 12:00-13:30. At Online, public sessions run Monday 18:30-20:30. Times change week to week - the calendar always shows what is actually bookable. These are the times recurring sessions run. One-off dates and cancelled sessions can differ, so check the calendar for a particular day.

Question 4

What sessions do you run?

Accepted Answer

Drawing Life CIC runs Prenatal, Parent & Baby Sketch Club, Friday Lunchtime Life Drawing, Wednesday Evening Life Drawing and Monday Portrait Club. The calendar shows every session that is currently bookable.

Question 5

How much does it cost?

Accepted Answer

Prices run from £6 to £24 a session, depending on which session you book and which price you choose. Drawing Life CIC offers a choice of prices - Under 20, Standard, Under 25/Student, Pay it forward and Concession - so you can pick the one that fits. The exact price shows on each session when you book. Prices differ by session, so the range above spans every session this venue currently runs.

Question 6

What should I know before visiting?

Accepted Answer

Drawing boards, paper, pencils and charcoal are provided for all classes. Feel free to bring along your own sketchbooks or materials if you like. Most classes are untutored, please do ask if you would like support or tips.

Question 7

How do I book a session with Drawing Life CIC?

Accepted Answer

Pick a date from the calendar, choose an available time slot, enter your details, and complete payment if the session is paid. You will receive a confirmation email with a link to manage the booking.

Question 8

Do I need an account to book?

Accepted Answer

Not if you have not booked here before. You can book as a guest using just your email address. If you already have an account with that address you are asked to sign in first, and an account makes managing future bookings easier.

Question 9

Can I book the same session every week automatically?

Accepted Answer

No. Bookings are made one at a time, so pick the date and time you want on each occasion. Anything you have already booked is listed on your account page.

Question 10

How far ahead can I book?

Accepted Answer

You can book up to 90 days ahead. Dates further out appear on the booking page closer to the time.

Question 11

How late can I book?

Accepted Answer

How late you can book depends on the session. Each session stays bookable until its own closing time. Once a session has finished it comes off the booking page.

Question 12

What payment methods are accepted?

Accepted Answer

Payment methods are set by the venue and vary by region, typically card payments, with mobile wallets and local bank-debit options where the venue has enabled them. Memberships and Bundles unlock reduced prices automatically when you are signed in.

Question 13

Can I change or cancel my booking?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Use the manage link in your confirmation email to reschedule up to 12 hours before the session starts, or to cancel up to 48 hours before the session starts. Paid bookings are compensated with reusable account credit worth 95% of what you paid, which you can spend on a future booking. Some sessions have their own rules. The exact rule for a session is shown when you book, and in your confirmation email.

Question 14

What happens if a session is cancelled?

Accepted Answer

You will get an email letting you know. Any payment is automatically returned as reusable account credit worth 95% of what you paid, which you can spend on a future booking. There is nothing you need to do. Some sessions have their own rules. The exact rule for a session is shown when you book, and in your confirmation email.

Question 15

Can I buy a gift voucher?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Gift vouchers can be bought for Drawing Life CIC from the gift vouchers page. Pick a voucher, add a personal message, and the recipient receives a code by email that they redeem at checkout.

Question 16

How do Bundles work?

Accepted Answer

A Bundle is a set of sessions bought up front at a lower price than booking them one at a time. Once you have bought one, it is applied automatically when you book an eligible session while signed in with the same email address.

Question 17

Who do I contact about my booking?

Accepted Answer

Bookings are handled by Drawing Life CIC, so email drawing.life.glasgow@gmail.com. Have your booking reference from your confirmation email to hand and they can find it straight away.

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