“Informative and inspirational. Lots of fun! I’ve learnt the history of Cezanne and how to use new techniques and look at objects differently. Anna P The first short workshop from the 3 that are the Modern Master series – it was a delight to teach students about Cezanne and show them what they can learn […]
“As a total beginner it’s the fundamentals I needed to know and that’s what I learnt.” Mark N The last weekend of July brought 10 students to my studio for the Begin to draw and paint course. The ideal course for absolute-beginners to make a start in drawing and painting. Perfect to enable them to […]
“Definitely go along – lovely arty environment. Relaxed – taught at your own level” Alison M June heralded another successful Introduction to acrylic painting course taught by Brigid. Loved by the students who speak so highly of her teaching skills. Evija thought the course was “perfect for everyone, definitely learned many things” and found the […]
“I have come away with so many ideas to explore in my own sketchbook” We enjoyed a wonderful studio atmosphere during the June weekend with a small group of enthusiastic students eager to learn new ways of using their sketchbooks to help push forward their creative ideas. Penny’s comment sums up the idea behind the […]
“It’s a great experience – lots of fun, fun, fun” The children’s art class took place again on 19th May on Sunday afternoon. Tracy taught the students about Pop Art and a bit of colour theory so they can improve their use of colour in their drawings and paintings. We received lots of positive feedback […]
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 […]
“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 […]
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, […]
Another fabulous weekend in my studio teaching drawing and mixed media – doing what I love doing with a group of students looking to learn and enjoy themselves. Can’t beat it really! Wonderful warm weather after an unprecedented heatwave but with 2 fans we managed to keep the studio cool so as not to overheat […]
Contemporary still life course diary 19-20 May 2018 We enjoyed a wonderful sunshine filled studio this weekend when a lovely group of students joined me in the studio to learn how to re-think still life drawing on the Contemporary still life course. Ability levels ranged from beginner to intermediate which brought a great mix of […]
3 word summary: “Experience, interesting, improving” Leonie I was happy to see the very first Sunday art class for children and teenagers begin on 18 March 2018. We had been working really hard to get all the foundations prepared in time, so were a little taken aback when Greater Manchester found itself amidst one of […]
