Sketch Club ran periodically for several years 1958-62, introduced by Adrian Hill (the programme's only performer), who occupied the 30 minute programme in the BBC "childrens slot" from 5.30 pm to 6.00 pm by drawing three or four sketches, mainly in charcoal, with some highlights made towards the end with chalk, always referred to as "the white". It was a classic simplistic programme from the earlier days of children's television, introduced by a gentle and benevolent character who also had some skill to impart, a style quite different to the loud and jocular Rolf Harris some years later.
Artistic concepts such as perspective were touched on regularly.
A part of the programme was the display of artwork sent in by viewers. Ronnie Wood, member of the Rolling Stones, was one of a number who repeatedly did so; Wood went on to study at Art College prior to joining the Rolling Stones, and is one of a number who have stated they were inspired into drawing by the programme.
Artistic concepts such as perspective were touched on regularly.
A part of the programme was the display of artwork sent in by viewers. Ronnie Wood, member of the Rolling Stones, was one of a number who repeatedly did so; Wood went on to study at Art College prior to joining the Rolling Stones, and is one of a number who have stated they were inspired into drawing by the programme.