Drawing Classes from Live Animals
I organise and teach art classes where animals are the life models, often on farms or with owls in museums and at science festivals.
Sketching wildlife from life is a truly unique and richly rewarding experience. It's not just about drawing, it's about capturing the essence of a living, breathing creature. It's a challenge, but one that's filled with excitement and wonder. You can’t ask animals to stand still, and you are set at the mercy of their movements. But it allows the sketcher to share an experience with a wild animal and capture something of its spirit.
Join this online drawing club to take part in your own time and from the comfort of your home!
Why "The Natural History Drawing Club for Creatives" is the Best Online Drawing Course
Discover a nature-inspired drawing experience that’s more than just tutorials — it’s a creative community rooted in observation and science.
Drawing with Purpose
In a world full of digital distractions, drawing from life — especially the natural world — brings calm, clarity, and creativity. If you're searching for the best online drawing course, but find the usual ones too mechanical or generic, you're not alone.
That’s exactly why The Natural History Drawing Club for Creatives was born — to reconnect artists with nature, science, and storytelling through beautiful, purposeful illustration.
What Makes This Club Stand Out?
1. It’s Not Just a Course — It’s a Community
Many online drawing courses offer tutorials. We offer a creative ecosystem:
- Weekly live HD drawing sessions
- Real-time feedback and discussion
- An archive of over 7.5 hours of tutorials, drawing demos and reference materials
You’re not just learning; you’re belonging.
2. Led by a Wildlife Artist with 25+ Years of Experience
Tim Pond brings decades of experience drawing for scientific journals, conservation organisations, and the BBC. You’re learning not just techniques, but the ethics and understanding behind drawing animals, plants, and ecosystems.
3. Access from Anywhere — with Real Results
Whether you're in the Highlands or Hackney, you can:
- Join live or watch on-demand
- Get feedback from a professional
- See measurable growth in your observational and drawing skills
Perfect for beginners, hobbyists, illustrators, and even scientists wanting to visualise research.
4. Nature as Your Teacher
We teach you to see. Not just replicate. You’ll learn:
- Anatomy through birds and mammals
- Movement through life drawing
- Texture and shading through plants, feathers, fur, and shells
Most courses show what to draw. We show you why and how — by observing the world with a trained eye.
What Members Are Saying
“Since joining the Natural History Drawing Club, I’ve improved more in 3 months than I did in 3 years of drawing alone.”
— Sarah W., Illustrator and club member
“Tim teaches you to look. Really look. And my sketchbook has never been more alive.”
— Dr. James H., Biologist
Who Is This For?
- Creatives who love nature
- Artists looking to improve observation and form
- Educators and naturalists seeking a drawing habit with depth
Try the Club — Risk-Free
Specimen Drawing
Tim is on the panels of judges for the Nancy Rothwell Award which celebrates specimen drawing in schools and highlights the benefits of combining art and science.
