It has been an incredibly busy start to 2012 with numerous portrait commissions, demonstrations to art societies and lots of new classes. Hence my blog has been somewhat neglected.
A new venture for me are two classes I am teaching at West Norfolk Arts Centre near King's Lynn.
Called "Paint in Any Media" they cover all media, from watercolours to oils, pastels, gouache. They are two very lively groups of students working in a diversity of subject matter and styles.
The classes are on Tuesdays from 10.30 - 12.30 and 1.30 - 3.30
For fuller details contact either Richard or Ros at the Centre on 01553 631 689 or check out their website at www.westnorfolkarts.co.uk
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Showing posts with label West Norfolk Arts centre. Show all posts
Friday, February 3, 2012
Sunday, August 14, 2011
Gouache Painting at West Norfolk Arts Centre
I recently made my second visit this year to West Norfolk Arts Centre. This time it was to teach the art of painting in gouache.
The first day was spent explaining the history of the medium and demonstrating techniques and materials. As a bit of fun I "copied" two paintings hanging in the studio. These were by other artists. One was an oil, the other a watercolour. It was simply to show how gouache interpreted the same scene in a very different way. The rest of the day was spent exploring the medium and working from references or photographs.
The following day, I did both a portrait demonstration and a landscape "en plein air". It was then time for the students to work outdoors. Fortunately, the sun was shining!
All in all a very successful weekend. Very few of the students had ever tried this medium and were delighted with its versatility and forgiving nature.
As usual, Ros and Richard Cartwright, Directors of the Centre were the perfect hosts with their close attention to detail and the warm welcome they extended to all.
My next visit to the Centre will be to teach "Portrait Painting made Easy" 28th - 30th October.
Monday, April 4, 2011
Life Drawing at West Norfolk Arts Centre.
Last weekend , I taught a life drawing course at West Norfolk Arts Centre. It was my first visit there and I am pleased to say it was a great success.
Situated in the heart of Castle Rising, a delightful conservation village bordering the Sandringham estate, the centre is in an ideal spot for painting landscapes. Close by are nature reserves and the North Norfolk coast, as well as a multitude of architectural gems.
During the two day course, however, we understandably stayed indoors. Subjects I covered were anatomy, proportion, tone, and perspective as well as explaining and demonstrating various techniques and the different materials that can be used.
It was a very full day, starting with rapid sketches and moving on to numerous exercises to challenge the students' normal way of working. Finally, on to longer and more detailed studies.
Richard and Ros Cartwright ,our hosts, made everyone welcome and provided a superb lunch and endless refreshments. It was a most enjoyable experience for all and one which will hopefully be repeated in the future.
I will also be teaching the following courses there later in the year. "The Art of painting in Gouache" 23rd/24th July and "Portrait Painting Made Easy" 28th-30th October.
For details of these and all other courses, telephone Richard or Ros on 01553 631 689
Situated in the heart of Castle Rising, a delightful conservation village bordering the Sandringham estate, the centre is in an ideal spot for painting landscapes. Close by are nature reserves and the North Norfolk coast, as well as a multitude of architectural gems.
During the two day course, however, we understandably stayed indoors. Subjects I covered were anatomy, proportion, tone, and perspective as well as explaining and demonstrating various techniques and the different materials that can be used.
It was a very full day, starting with rapid sketches and moving on to numerous exercises to challenge the students' normal way of working. Finally, on to longer and more detailed studies.
Richard and Ros Cartwright ,our hosts, made everyone welcome and provided a superb lunch and endless refreshments. It was a most enjoyable experience for all and one which will hopefully be repeated in the future.
I will also be teaching the following courses there later in the year. "The Art of painting in Gouache" 23rd/24th July and "Portrait Painting Made Easy" 28th-30th October.
For details of these and all other courses, telephone Richard or Ros on 01553 631 689
Saturday, September 25, 2010
West Norfolk Arts Centre
This week I was invited to teach two courses next year at West Norfolk Arts Centre.
The Centre is situated in the delightful conservation village of Castle Rising , close to the Sandringham estate, nature reserves, woodlands and the north Norfolk Coast.
Established in 1993 by Ros and Richard Cartwright, it enjoys an excellent reputation as a quality Painting Course provider both in the U.K. and abroad. Each year, approximately forty painting courses are held in West Norfolk and four structured painting courses abroad. This year, Egypt, Venice, Tuscany and Skiathos were on the itinerary.
The range of courses on offer is huge, from pen and wash to acrylics, oils, pastels, wildlife , abstraction, botanical painting etc.
In 2011, I will be teaching the following. " The art of Gouache Painting" July 23/24 and "Portraiture" October 28, 29, 30th.
For information on the west Norfolk Arts Centre and all the courses it runs go to www.westnorfolkartscentre.co.uk
The Centre is situated in the delightful conservation village of Castle Rising , close to the Sandringham estate, nature reserves, woodlands and the north Norfolk Coast.
Established in 1993 by Ros and Richard Cartwright, it enjoys an excellent reputation as a quality Painting Course provider both in the U.K. and abroad. Each year, approximately forty painting courses are held in West Norfolk and four structured painting courses abroad. This year, Egypt, Venice, Tuscany and Skiathos were on the itinerary.
The range of courses on offer is huge, from pen and wash to acrylics, oils, pastels, wildlife , abstraction, botanical painting etc.
In 2011, I will be teaching the following. " The art of Gouache Painting" July 23/24 and "Portraiture" October 28, 29, 30th.
For information on the west Norfolk Arts Centre and all the courses it runs go to www.westnorfolkartscentre.co.uk
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