Saturday 19 September, 3 - 5 p.m.: Workshop, Period Costume Figure Drawing with Cosprop

Cosprop, 469-475 Holloway Rd, London N7 6LE, United Kingdom

Cosprop is one of the world’s most celebrated costume houses, renowned for its extraordinary contribution to film, television and theatre costume over the past six decades. Founded in 1965 by Academy Award-winning costume designer John Bright, the company has built an international reputation for its meticulous historical research, exceptional craftsmanship and unparalleled collection of period dress.

From its North London studios, Cosprop has supplied costumes for landmark productions including Downton Abbey, Pride and Prejudice starring Colin Firth, and numerous Merchant Ivory films including A Room with a View, for which Bright received the Academy Award for Best Costume Design. Its vast archive includes original historic garments alongside costumes worn by actors including Meryl Streep, Ralph Fiennes and Nicole Kidman.

Today, a team of highly skilled cutters, makers, tailors, dyers and costume specialists continue Cosprop’s commitment to historically informed costume at the highest level, supplying productions across film, television, opera and theatre.

Event Description

Period Costume Figure Drawing returns to Cosprop for a series of relaxed and immersive drawing sessions inspired by the extraordinary world of historical dress. Using costumes drawn from Cosprop’s vast archive, life models will wear carefully selected period garments, offering participants the opportunity to sketch richly detailed silhouettes, fabrics and accessories up close.

Set within one of the industry’s most iconic costume houses, the sessions provide a rare chance to study the structure, movement and craftsmanship of historical clothing through observation and drawing. From sweeping skirts and tailored coats to intricate trims, corsetry and drapery, the costumes reveal the relationship between body, garment and performance across different periods of dress history.

Suitable for all levels, the sessions are designed to encourage both focused looking and creative experimentation in an inspiring studio environment surrounded by costume history. All drawing materials will be provided.

Event Cancellation Policy
All bookings are non-refundable. However, if you let us know that you are unable to attend an event you have booked at least two weeks before the event, we will open up your place. If we find another participant, you will be offered a credit note.

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