Finally, after 4 months of Cornavirus lockdown I was allowed to hold courses again. With much reduced class sizes (just 5 students max) and loads of mitigations in place to reduce risk as much as possible the Begin to draw + paint course was the first course held to mark the unlocking of lockdown. It […]
“Well structured, informative and fun.” Deborah L I taught another very enjoyable Begin to draw + paint course. The group of students got off to a fab start, introducing themselves, chatting and getting to know each other – creating a real buzz of new friendships and anticipation in the studio. As Laurence said after the […]
I loved drawing as a teenager and this will encourage me and has given me the confidence to start again.” Jo W 2020 got off to a flying start with the Begin to draw and paint course. It was great to have a full studio of students eager to learn, discover, develop skills, and seek […]
“I learnt as much in a weekend as I have ever on this topic. Loved it.” Olivia S Another stunning weekend on the Begin to draw + paint course. It is heartening to know there are so many people wanting to re-start their creative lives through drawing or painting. My aim for this course is […]
The Begin to draw + paint course this Autumn was fully booked again. It’s so encouraging to know there are so many people eager to take up creative drawing once again. The phrase “Not drawn since school” was a common phrase used by many students who were boldly and bravely finding the time to pick […]
A revelation! A course to learn different methods and then put into practice to understand how to create life-like urban scenes. Taylor W We were greeted by a clear, warm Saturday morning for the start of this weekend’s Cityscapes: urban sketching course. The students and I were thrilled at the prospect of getting outdoors to […]
“Blown my mind a bit – lots to explore and practice now. It’s a great starting point for everyone.” Vicky G 2 weekend ago I was back teaching in my studio after the summer break. It was great to be back teaching again with 10 enthusiastic students looking to learn the basics and get started […]
“Really worthwhile. Takes you at an easy pace but goes into new creative areas. Felt inspired.” Martin S It was great to be able to teach mid-week on one of my first August summer holiday midweek courses. We had a wonderful group of students join me in my studio on the Creative drawing: introduction course. […]
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 […]
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, […]
