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. New dates for autumn winter 2024/2025 will be added soon.
Pastel - Painting a Storm £65
Tuesday 23rd January 2024, 10am-3pm
or Saturday 9th March 10am-3pm
Using soft pastels we will explore ways to paint movement in stormy skies and passing rain falling on the horizon. Materials are provided.
Mixed Media Painting with Collage and Inks £65
Monday 19th February 2024, 10am-3pm
or Sunday 24th March 10am-3pm
This mixed media workshop will encourage an experimental and creative approach. We will build up backgrounds using maps and text to create interesting surfaces, then we will work over them with inks and other materials to create interesting paintings with depth. Materials provided.
Plein Air painting - 2 day workshop £120
Tuesday's 4th & 11th June 2024, 10am-3pm each day
Single days may be booked on request at £65 each
Day 1 – We will spend the day exploring and sketching around Bo’ness railway, harbour and foreshore. The steam trains usually run on Tuesday’s adding another interest. At the end of the day we will review our sketches and plan our paintings for day 2.
Day 2 – Following the previous week’s preliminary sketching we will set up to work on more complete Plein Air paintings. Working outdoors gives a very different experience due to changing light and atmosphere. This is a great way to challenge yourself and develop your painting in a new way.