“Everything I needed to know to get going at home.” Polly K For various reasons this was an unusually small group of students. However, we have been used to working with smaller groups during the pandemic and the weekend was very successful. The students were new to painting and to acrylic paints so this was […]
It was a perfect balance of education and practical time. Claire C The students approached the portrait painting tasks with enthusiasm and produced impressive results. As usual, each student had their own unique style but, by the end of the Saturday sessions, we had a diverse range of amazing expressive portraits, some sensitively executed, some […]
The course has completely met my expectations and I am now totally motivated to do acrylics at home.” Sue J With the winding down of Covid restrictions, this was a larger group of students than I have been used to for a while. They were all very keen to learn about acrylic painting and worked hard […]
“I Have learnt how to create textures, light and shade, how to construct a portrait. I enjoyed all of it.” Jana W Once again my students showed great concentration and worked eagerly, producing impressive outcomes. Although they had not attempted portrait painting before, and it was quite a daunting task (especially the self-portrait exercise), they […]
“Fantastic course, amazing venue and well worth the price.” Leanne M I was impressed with how this group worked with such quiet concentration, totally focussed on their tasks and producing remarkable outcomes. They launched confidently into their final paintings on Sunday each showing increased skill in handling acrylic paint and colour use. They really enjoyed […]
“All was excellent. A thoroughly enjoyable weekend of learning and practice.” Sue M The level 2 course went very well. The students were very happy and pleased with what they achieved. They worked very hard and were very focussed. The portraiture and interiors theme offered students additional challenges from those they faced in the level […]
I’m excited to continue painting at home now I know how to.” Lauren H Although we have restricted numbers and we are adhering to covid safety measures, it has been wonderful to return to the studio to teach acrylic painting. This was a delightful group of friendly and enthusiastic students who all showed great progress […]
“Fantastic way to spend a weekend, can’t wait to come back.” Kim F This group of students were great and got on together really well so that they obviously enjoyed the whole experience – learning how to use acrylic paint and also the social experience. This was my first course after the Covid lockdown, so […]
“An interesting introduction to painting with Acrylics.” Stephen R Brigid returned to my studio this Autumn to teach her Acrylic painting level 1 course. Reduced student numbers due to Covid enabled her to give more 1:1 individual attention to the students which I think they appreciated. Read further to find out what the students thought […]
“A great introduction to techniques in acrylic paint.” Freya W A wonderful weekend spent encouraging students in their first steps in painting with acrylic paint. The tutor Brigid did a fabulous job in teaching and inspiring the students. Read further to see what they thought of their experience.
“Very friendly and informative. Great for building confidence as a beginner.” Laurence C Brigid taught another of her well attended acrylic painting courses. The course is based around still life painting, but students will be able to take away new skills and techniques and apply this to any subject matter of their choice. Sara found […]
Do it. Fantastic experience, excellent guidance. Inspirational. Chrissy D November was a wonderful month for the acrylic painting: introduction course. The tutor, Brigid, guided 10 enthusiastic students the basics of painting with acrylic paints, inspiring them along with giving them all the basic skills to instil them with confidence as they embark on their new […]
“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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
