“You definitely gain information that you didn’t have before. You will enjoy a relaxed environment and gain experience. Jean G This was a small group of very keen students. Two had done the level 1 course. The others had not but showed great enthusiasm to improve their acrylic painting skills. In this course, students are […]
“The course was fun, educational, friendly, full of ideas to use at home to develop textures in the future.” Pam B This was the first 1-day version of the original 2-day weekend course on Mixed Media Textures. The new format worked a treat and the studio was awash with materials, experimentation and exploration of new […]
“Informative, fun, enjoyable, relaxed. I learnt a lot and feel confident having a go moving forward. Emily D This was a very busy class of 10 students who launched themselves enthusiastically into their painting exercises and were totally focussed throughout the weekend. They got along extremely well from the start, supporting and inspiring each other […]
“As an absolute acrylic novice I found this exactly what I needed!” Gerard G As usual the students got on very well together and were appreciative and supportive of each other’s work. They were all beginners who found it so useful that we start with the basics and build up with technique, knowledge and skills […]
It took me out of my comfort zone and I feel much more confident. Marie M A small group of students for this course enabled me to offer even more 1:1 support and guidance which I think the students appreciated. Over all a very enjoyable weekend teaching and supporting students. Read further to find out […]
“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.
