WORKSHOPS
Each term a series of one-off workshops are offered at the studio. These are designed to give a more in-depth lesson in using specific media and techniques, or the opportunity to concentrate on a particular subject.
Workshops are suitable for all abilities as I start with a demonstration and then work with individuals to help them get the best from the session. Please bring a packed lunch to workshops which run over lunchtime. Workshops are open to anyone aged 16+ or aged 14+ if accompanied by a participating adult.
Booking is essential as numbers are limited.
Land Art and Using Our Senses In The Environment. Monday 27th October 2025, 10am-3pm. £65
Inspired by Andy Goldworthy’s current exhibition (image is of his work) this workshop will provide a new and interesting way of exploring art and nature for anyone who likes to connect with the natural world.
Initially led by yoga teacher Sharon we will use all our senses to immerse ourselves in the landscape, using mindfulness techniques and stopping to meditate on the natural world to open our eyes and minds to our surroundings.
I will then discuss land art with you and ways we can subtly manipulate the natural environment and materials around us to create art. We will also look at ways of recording this through sketching and photos. Please get in touch for further details.
GOLDEN HOUR IN PASTEL. Sunday 18th January 2025, 10am-3pm £65. FULL. Additional date added - Sunday 25th January, 10am-3pm, £65.
Using pastel on high quality papers we will look at how to capture the beautiful colours and changes of light that appear in the landscape as the sun goes down.
WINTER SCENES IN INK WASH AND CHARCOAL. Sunday 15th February, 10am-3pm. £65
We will use ink washes to create background colour and depth and then work back into this with charcoal and charcoal pencil for tone and detail.
ACRYLIC ON CANVAS & CREATING GOOD COMPOSITION. Tuesday 24th March, 10am-3pm. £75 inc canvas
As well as looking at underpainting and layering techniques for working on canvas there will be an emphasis on how to create good composition. We will learn about some of the principles of what makes a pleasing composition and will initially put this into practice with some quick preparatory sketches. I will have a variety of images available but it would be a good opportunity to use your own, allowing you to learn about composition when you are taking photos to work from in the future. There will be a variety of canvas sizes available.