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Beginner’s Watercolour Workshop – May
03/05/25 @ 13:00 - 16:00
£45.00May Beginner’s Watercolour Workshop – Event Details
Overview:
During this beginner’s watercolour workshop, you will learn how to work with increasing confidence and proficiently in watercolour paintings. You will be expertly guided in different watercolour techniques in order to develop your skills. Furthermore, you will have plenty of opportunity to practise the different watercolour techniques in order to consolidate your learning.
This workshop is primarily aimed at beginners. However, all ability levels are welcome as great care will be taken to tailor this workshop to your specific needs, regardless of creative ability. Please note that the workshop attendees are limited to 8 people to ensure that everyone can receive the help and support that they require.
The class will be led by Sharon Brookes who is a practising artist and fully qualified art teacher with nearly 30 years’ experience in teaching.
During the watercolour workshop, we will explore:
- Firstly, you will be given a short introduction to the tasks with lots of visual examples to inspire you.
- Following, you will receive step-by-step practical demonstrations on lots of different watercolour technique with full guidance at every stage. This will include how to fully experiment with watercolour in order to achieve amazing creative effects.
- Afterwards, you will learn how to achieve finer details and increasing control. By the end of the watercolour workshop, you will aim to achieve a more accomplished watercolour painting which you can then proudly take home.
What’s included:
- Expert guidance by a fully qualified art teacher.
- Practical workshops on watercolour painting.
- Workshop notes to take home.
- All watercolour materials to use on the day.
- Tea or coffee.
What you will need to bring:
- Just yourself! We include all materials and refreshments for your convenience.
Access:
We can arrange large-print scripts, if required. Please let us know on booking if you would like to access them. Please note that our bathroom facilities are located on the first floor. 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 the 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.