“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 […]
“Good introduction to a variety of techniques – for novices a good way to get rid of fear. Eileen W I always enjoy teaching this popular course. Supporting students and having the opportunity to lay down solid foundations for students looking to develop and improve their creative skills is an honour and a privilege. I […]
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 […]
“Exceeded my expectations. I was nervous before but I really relaxed from the beginning.” Paul C I enjoyed teaching this wonderful group of students who showed such determination to make the most of the teaching and try out all the new approachess to drawing and all the different materials and techniques I introduced to them. […]
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 […]
“Do it! I’ve learnt how to look and measure. Confidence.” Ruth C I love teaching this course and was overjoyed to have 10 willing students along for the ride! The most amazing thing about this course is how it teaches students to improve their looking and seeing with a logical approach to drawing and a […]
“Thoroughly enjoyed the experience where you can learn, enjoy and be free to express how you use line, colour shape and gesture to express emotions…” Jay E A lovely evening sharing with students all about how the Fauve artists like Matisse brought colour and emotion to the forefront of self-expression. Really worthwhile workshop that I hope has […]
“Great experience! Learned a lot about drawing. Its amazing.” Limo H Great to be back in the studio again for the start of what hopes to be a wonderful new year. Really happy to have a full studio again interacting with students and to watch the group dynamics and friendships develop over the weekend. The […]
“It was a lovely evening. I studied Fine Art in the past and it was like having a masterclass about an artist.” Rocio P A fabulous evening workshop introducing people to the reasons Cezanne was such an influential artist at the beginning of the 20th century. I enjoy teaching these workshops as they blend a […]
“Great experience, leant how to use colour and shape in a more artistic way – learnt a lot.” Tyrone R It was fun to be teaching my Modern Master series again – this time focussing on Matisse. Students listened with interest to the theory bit outlining all that Matisse brought to the artworld and finding […]
“It met my expectations completely. Did what it said on the tin. A huge amount was covered in 2 days.” Alice H A very enjoyable weekend with a group of enthusiastic students who were willing to give everything a go and weren’t shy to try it out and see what happens. Great studio atmosphere created […]
“Excellent, full on experience. Lots of tools and inspiration Neal T I was so pleased to be teaching this course for the first time since lockdown. Even if student numbers are still low, I am determined to continue as normal as possible as I am reluctant to cancel any more courses. So with just 3 […]
“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 […]
I’ve learnt loads but I think the most important bit for me was measurement! My drawing will certainly improve now I have this technique! Anna P It was wonderful being back in the studio teaching, after our summer break. A wonderful group of students who were so excited about learning both the technical drawing techniques […]
