Introduction to Life Drawing with Duncan Pepe Long

Join award-winning artist Duncan Pepe Long for a tutored life drawing workshop at Whangārei Art Museum.

Working from a live unclothed model, participants will be guided through a series of drawing exercises exploring gesture, proportion, form and tone. Drawing on his experience as a figurative and portrait artist, Duncan will provide individual feedback throughout the session, helping participants develop confidence, technical skills, and a deeper understanding of the human form. Suitable for both beginners and those wishing to build on their existing practice, the workshop offers an introduction to this time-honoured drawing tradition.

Duncan is the winner of New Zealand's 2026 Adam Portraiture Award, the country's premier portrait painting prize. This is a rare opportunity to learn directly from an award-winning artist in small group setting and relaxed learning environment.

Details

• No experience in life drawing is necessary

• All materials are included in the ticket price

• Suitable for ages 18 and over

• Limited places available, bookings essential

• Book either session individually or both sessions. While each workshop can be attended independently, attendees are welcome to attend both evenings.

Duncan Pepe Long is an award-winning painter and printmaker based in Auckland, New Zealand. His practice centres on portraiture in oils, often depicting family and friends. He is a committed advocate for observational drawing and currently teaches Life Drawing at Unitec Institute of Technology. In 2026 Duncan was selected as the winner of the Adam Portraiture Award.