Frank Bowling's 'Driven to Draw' at the Royal Drawing School

The Royal Drawing School in London is hosting Frank Bowling's exhibition 'Driven to Draw,' curated by Claudia Tobin, which showcases over six decades of his drawing evolution, from early student sketches to contemporary pieces that utilize threads and ribbons of paint. This exhibition will be open from 25 June to 22 August 2026 and is divided into three parts: early works from the 1950s-60s, expanded drawings from the mid-1960s, and recent creations. Born in British Guiana in 1934, Bowling studied at the Royal College of Art with David Hockney before relocating to New York in 1966. The event features drawing stations for visitors and a unique publication with blank pages. An online discussion titled 'Drawing Dialogue: Ben Bowling & Claudia Tobin on Frank Bowling' is scheduled for 1 July 2026, featuring his son Ben. The Frank Bowling Foundation, established as a charity on 24 June 2026, aims to enhance access to art education. At 92, Bowling remains active in his artistic pursuits, exploring new forms with liquid paint.