Acrylics Techniques Workshop – Event Details

Overview:

This hands-on practical workshop is a must for all those who wish to develop their acrylic painting ability. This is a step-by-step workshop designed to develop practical understanding and ability in a range of painterly techniques.

Experience level:

This art workshop is suitable for beginners to improvers as there will be guided instruction throughout. Attendees will be limited to 8 to ensure that everyone will receive individual support.

About the tutor:

The workshop will be led by Sharon Brookes who is the proprietor and lead tutor of Backbury House Retreats. She has a degree in Art, is a practising artist as well as a fully qualified art teacher with nearly 30 years’ experience of teaching in a range of educational settings.

The workshop timings:

The workshop runs from 1pm-4pm. Please arrive for 12:45 for welcome drinks.

Example of the workshop programme:

• Firstly, you will be guided through a series of painting exercises to encourage experimentation in a range of acrylic painting techniques.
• The techniques covered within the workshop will include underpainting, glazing, dry brush, impasto, knife work and scraping back.
• Following the experimentation exercises, you will then complete a practice piece where you will apply your new-found knowledge to increase your proficiency in acrylic painting.

What’s included:

• Expert guidance by a fully qualified art teacher.
• Practical demonstrations and exercises on acrylic painting.
• A course pack to take home.
• All art materials to use on the day.
• Tea or coffee.

What you will need to bring:

You may wish to bring an art apron or overall. For your convenience, we supply all materials and refreshments.

Access:

• We offer free designated car parking for up to 8 vehicles found next to our private road. The studio is then accessed by a short 2-minute walk.
• In addition, we also have parking for two cars found closer to the studio requiring reduced walking and no steps.
• Please note that our studio bathroom facilities are found on the first floor accessed by a set of stairs. However, we can arrange alternative ground floor facilities, with advanced notice.

For further details on access, please consult our studio facilities page. If you would like to discuss any access arrangements, please contact Sharon. You will find her contact details at the bottom of the page.

Directions:

Please see our full address and Google Map link at the bottom of this page. For your convenience, we will also send you detailed directions after you have completed your booking. In the meantime, you may also wish to refer to our Contact Us & Directions page for further details.