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One day beginners painting course with Sue O'Mara Art - all materials provided
In-person course
East Sussex - Next course on 17th April 2021
£110
Overview of the day 10am arrival at Sue O'Mara Art in the Woodland Studio, welcomes, introductions, health and safety instructions and overview of the day. We will discuss the materials we will be using such as oil paints, painting medium, the brushes needed for the project we are going to produce today and what size canvas we will use. Then we will trace or sketch our drawing onto the canvas, begin an underpainting using the appropriate colour. At around 11.30 we will have a hot drink and biscuit break and...
Overview of the day 10am arrival at Sue O'Mara Art in the Woodland Studio, welcomes, introductions, health and safety instructions and overview of the day. We will discuss the materials...
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Three Day Pet Portrait Painting Course
In-person course
East Sussex - Next course on 14th June 2021
£320
Create your own pet portrait using oil paints. Using a good reference photo we will take three days to produce a fantastic painting of yours or a loved ones pet. It can be a dog, cat, horse, ferret, budgie or even a bearded dragon! We start on day one with a tracing, then an underpainting in burnt umber. Then on day two we block in all the main colours having identified the three main colours we need, we mix them and block and blend them. we also add the eyes...
Create your own pet portrait using oil paints. Using a good reference photo we will take three days to produce a fantastic painting of yours or a loved ones pet....
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Introduction to Artists' Oil Pastels with Roy Simmons . . a Quirky Workshop at Greystoke Craft Garden near Ullswater & the Lakes
In-person course
Cumbria - Next course on 22nd April 2021
£75
Introduction to Artists' Oil Pastels with Roy Simmons Oil pastel may be one of the most underrated mediums for artists. This may be due to the fact that there are many cheaper varieties available, but they're harder than the artist types, and don't blend as well. Proper Artist quality Oil Pastels contain more pigment and wax/oil content. Sennelier are one of the most well known brands, but are expensive by comparison. However Mungyo make a version quite comparable, We will use Mungyo for colour and Sennelier for white as it...
Introduction to Artists' Oil Pastels with Roy Simmons Oil pastel may be one of the most underrated mediums for artists. This may be due to the fact that there are...
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Fun with Paints One (PDF)
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Fun with Paints One "TODAY in the Kreative Kraft Studio" with Karen This mini-workshop has been created to show that art does not have to be precise, it as free and different as your imagination. It is just as it says a bit of FUN with Paints creating an abstract piece of art. Suitable for all ages but children must be supervised for safety and to reduce the mess that could be made.........
Fun with Paints One "TODAY in the Kreative Kraft Studio" with Karen This mini-workshop has been created to show that art does not have to be precise, it as free...
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Mixed Media Painting Workshop in Brighton Seaside Home
In-person course
East Sussex - Next course on 14th April 2021
£80
Enjoy a day of creativity and fun, by retreating to the foot of the East Sussex Downs, for a one day workshop experience led by Laura. Courses can be tailored for complete beginners and also for intermediate artists wishing to explore new approaches. You will be supported to make a unique mixed-media artwork to take home at the end of the day, by being playful and exploring different mixed-media techniques. The day covers various aspects of mixed-media techniques: - Working with different mediums, including paint, gesso and gels - Painting...
Enjoy a day of creativity and fun, by retreating to the foot of the East Sussex Downs, for a one day workshop experience led by Laura. Courses can be tailored...
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Abstract Art Workshop with Jo Garden Art in a beautiful rural Norfolk/Suffolk border setting
In-person course
Suffolk - Next course on 24th May 2021
£89
2021 dates now scheduled! With the easing of lockdown we are recommencing our Abstract Art workshops (yay!). First date is 24th May with limited places to ensure 2+ mtrs social distancing. Please note the Jo Garden Art studio will be open for drop in visitors for the first & last weekend of June (8/9th and 26/27th) as part of the Suffolk Open Studios event. Come and have a peek at what we do - sculpture kits will be available to take away at a discounted rate. Welcome to an absorbing...
2021 dates now scheduled! With the easing of lockdown we are recommencing our Abstract Art workshops (yay!). First date is 24th May with limited places to ensure 2+ mtrs social...
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Easel Weasel Wednesday art workshops - Derbyshire Peak District
In-person course
Derbyshire - Next course on 21st April 2021
£95
Please come along and join me at my art workshops in acrylics or soft pastels in the beautiful Derbyshire Peak District. Whether you are on holiday or living nearby, a novice or experienced - everyone is welcome. The Wednesday workshops are located at my home studio. You have a choice of working in acrylics and/or mixed media or soft pastels. Subjects include: landscapes, still life, abstract, portraits, etc. The workshops are fun, relaxing and informative. I also hold a Saturday Art Workshops advertised on Craft Courses! I have a relaxed...
Please come along and join me at my art workshops in acrylics or soft pastels in the beautiful Derbyshire Peak District. Whether you are on holiday or living nearby, a...
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Art classes for adults at Ushaw College. 7 Week Course
In-person course
County Durham - Next course on 26th May 2021
£170
The colour wheel Art courses are fun and friendly place to learn and make new friends. Held in a beautiful venue, Ushaw college it will inspire you and make you look at the world around you in a new way. You will learn to use a variety of mediums and all art materials are provided. Visit our website (www.colourwheelartclass.co.uk) for a detailed breakdown of the curriculum. Our classes are limited to 20 so book early to secure your place. If booked early we will send you a free sketching pencil...
The colour wheel Art courses are fun and friendly place to learn and make new friends. Held in a beautiful venue, Ushaw college it will inspire you and make you...
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Art and painting workshop at Pengwernydd
In-person course
Ceredigion - Next course on 14th April 2021
£70
The art workshop can be tailored around your stay at Pengwernydd. Non residents are very welcome. Enjoy an art workshop or painting holiday with me, Anita Woods, during a self catering holiday or short break here at our farm set in the tranquil and inspiring landscape of the Cambrian Mountains. This is the path to a new creative you. Our customers return time and time again. The workshops are ideal for relaxation and wellbeing or you might want to to return to art practice after a break and they are...
The art workshop can be tailored around your stay at Pengwernydd. Non residents are very welcome. Enjoy an art workshop or painting holiday with me, Anita Woods, during a self...
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Expressive painting in oils or acrylics
In-person course
Nottinghamshire - Next course on 22nd May 2021
£65
A series of relaxed and inspirational painting workshops designed to help beginners to get started with painting, whilst also supporting more advanced painters develop their skills and techniques. This is a bespoke service geared to the individuals, using a variety of approaches with oil and acrylic paints. There is a rolling programme of a variety of changing subjects eg "Expressive Landscape", Expressive Still Life", "Abstract Painting", "Stripes and Sqweegees". During these workshops, Liz….an experienced and enthusiastic tutor will take you through exercises and a series of sketchbook studies to develop...
A series of relaxed and inspirational painting workshops designed to help beginners to get started with painting, whilst also supporting more advanced painters develop their skills and techniques. This is...
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