Art

Still Life, Colour, Composition & Abstraction This course is an exciting way to approach still life. We will start with drawing from a range of different objects , using different view points and angles and then develop compositional ideas for a painting or drawing (a range of different materials will be available for you to choose from). The afternoon will be spent creating your abstract still li…

Garden Bird Painting Workshop In this beginners workshop Katherine will teach you how to approach Garden Bird painting in a contemporary and expressive way; breaking down the subject into abstract patterns of colour and shape. To ease you in to the day the tutor will start with a short history of artists who have previously celebrated birds in their work. You will then move on to practical paintin…

Improve your drawing; Improve your painting This fun one day course is ideal for beginners and those looking to improve their basic painting and drawing skills. Using a still life theme, we will look at approaches to drawing from observation and finding ways to develop your skills and techniques using different drawing materials; in the afternoon, we will focus on developing your painting skills w…

Colour Mixing , Colour Matching - Paint & Colour Half day course. This is an ideal course for beginners or if you want to improve your colour mixing and painting skills. We will use acrylic paints to develop a full understanding of how to mix a wide range of colours and how to adjust colours to match objects. You will develop a really good understanding of colour theory and how to use colour more…

Flowers - painting, drawing and mixed media approaches Suitable for beginners, or those with more experience, we will use a variety of drawing , painting and mixed media approaches to create exciting and dynamic work to form flowers. There will be lots of choice, lots of guidance and lots of opportunity for you to improve and develop your skills. The morning will be spent looking at shape and form…

Soft Pastel and Pencil Still Life Flowers Unlock the vibrant world of soft pastels in this one-day workshop! Perfect for beginners and improvers, this workshop will guide you through the essentials of working with soft pastels and look at combining coloured pencils, helping you create a stunning, colourful still life to take home. This course is taught by Jo Hunter and suitable for beginners. All…

Yorkshire Landscape Painting Workshop This beginners workshop will begin with a short history of artists who have previously captured the Yorkshire Landscape from Turner to Hockney. You will then move on to practical painting inspired by the topic using watermixable oil paints (all the joys of oils without the fuss!). The tutor will guide you through the process of creating your own small contempo…

Introduction to “Roses and Castles” the folk art of English Canals and Waterways. The session will be led by Lynda Brookhouse, a former boat owner and artist who has been practicing the craft for more than 30 years. The course is designed for all abilities, from complete beginners to more experienced artists. All materials will be provided. What to expect: During the morning session you will learn…

Contemporary Flower Painting with Katherine Whitby On this beginners workshop you will learn how to paint your own contemporary flower painting using watermixable oil paints (all the joy of oils without the fuss!). Start to see flowers as an abstract pattern of colour & shapes and be guided to create your own interpretation. Simple colourful arrangements can be a great way to begin your artistic a…

Introduction to “Roses and Castles” the folk art of English Canals and Waterways. The session will be led by Lynda Brookhouse, a former boat owner and artist who has been practicing the craft for more than 30 years. The course is designed for all abilities, from complete beginners to more experienced artists. All materials will be provided. What to expect During the morning session you will learn…

Watercolour flowers Discover the art of watercolour and the beauty of flowers in this one-day workshop. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your technique, this workshop is perfect to develop your skills. This course is taught by Jo Hunter and suitable for beginners. All materials provided but please bring an apron Time 10.30 - 4.30 *CANCELLATION POLICY* Please note that there is strict…

Line & Wash Workshop John Harrison of ""Drawn in Yorkshire" will be introducing you to line and wash techniques for sketching and painting. The day will start with an introduction to John and his style of line and wash. If the weather permits you will venture outside to find subjects for observational drawing, taking reference photos at the same time. When you return to the stuido there will be ex…