On a cold winters day 10 intrigued students gathered together in my warm studio overlooking Ancoats to discover what they could learn about Matisse and The Fauves art movement. This was the 2nd short workshop in my series of 3, about the Modern Masters who heralded the era of New Modernism in art in the […]
“Its an excellent way to spend a weekend and learn new life skills in the process.” What a wonderful weekend teaching my Begin to draw + paint course again. Miserable weather outside but nice and warm in my studio with plenty of warm drinks and chocolate biscuits to take us through the day. Victoria […]
“Brilliant ideas and teaching. A very safe space to explore and expand your experience of creating art work.” Barbara B This was the first of my new short 1-session workshop series about the Modern masters – Cezanne, Matisse and Picasso. The series are being taught over the year on the 5th Tuesday evening of those […]
Fantastic environment with supportive tutor – no judgement or negative criticism.” Pat W I love teaching the Begin to draw + paint courses. Students always arrive full of enthusiasm and eagerness to learn – it’s a privilege to be able to steer them in the right direction. Michael said he would “Recommend without hesitation. I […]
“A brilliant introduction to acrylic painting, friendly, no pressure atmosphere and builds confidence” Sophie T Another great course taught by Brigid – our wonderful painting tutor at Creative Art Courses. Her acrylic painting course teaches students all the basics of handling acrylic paint, colour theory and a whole lot more. Perfect for beginners and those […]
The Youth class had a new teacher from today and judging from the student comments when I met them after the lesson, and the work they produced – she went down a treat! So well done to Tracy for making such a good impression. I’m sure the students will be back again to learn from […]
Another well attended art class for young people and teenagers. They got up to loads of fun experimental drawing exercises – mainly using ink and creative tools for mark-making this sessions. Each sessions is fun, engaging with time to learn and enjoy making art. Emily thought the class was “Fun, educating and happy”. Read further […]
“Very useful way to start thinking more deliberately about how to create a good drawing or painting.” Sanne V This course is always well attended and this autumn was no exception. I love teaching the Art Elements course as it enables me to take students through different experiences giving them insights into all fun things […]
“Really well structured course, guiding the student through techniques and thought processes in developing sketchbooks.” Wendy N Another wonderful weekend teaching the Creative Sketchbooks course in my studio – filled with students on this well-attended course. A real mix of backgrounds, but again a cohort of textile-artists looking to improve their understanding of how to […]
We enjoyed another fabulous weekend teaching the Creative drawing: introduction course to a group of 7 very creative and passionate students from a very diverse background of experiences. Kate thought that the course was an “excellent course for all abilities, takes you on a journey where you end up discovering you can do more than […]
“Gives one a lot of confidence to draw… you can see a difference in your own skill” Radhika M Enjoyed another wonderful weekend with 6 students on the urban sketching course. The weather held out well enough for us to get a lot of time outdoors drawing the local buildings around Ancoats. Bev thought the […]
“It’s a great start to trying art. It works whatever your initial feelings about your capability.” It was great to get back off my summer holidays to teach a full studio of students eager to learn to draw and paint. I love teaching the Begin to draw + paint course as students are always so […]
I had a wonderful time this weekend in a studio full of students looking to take their first steps in learning how to draw and to find out about using different drawing and painting materials. Always a lovely course to teach, this weekend was no exception. The group got on really well together so a […]
Brigid taught another of her well received acrylic painting courses for beginners and improvers. This was the hottest weekend in a decade and proved a little too much for our beloved Hope Mill – grade 2 listed textile mill – to cope with. Despite the heat Sandra’s thoughts about the course was, “Book it! F+Great […]
Another wonderful 6 evening sessions teaching about all the Art Elements of line, tone, colour, shape, form, texture and pattern. A true introduction – a beginners guide – to how all the Art Elements work giving students an insight into what they need to know about creating drawings and paintings. Angela thought the course was, […]
