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SUMMARY:Backbury Art Classes – Thursday Group – Spring Term
DESCRIPTION:Backbury Art Classes – Thursday Group – Spring Term – Event Details\nTerm dates and timings:\nThe 10-week Spring Term Backbury art classes will begin on Thursday 26 February until Thursday 14 May 2026\, excluding a break during the Easter holidays with no clubs running on 02 and 09 April. \nThe art classes take place on Thursdays 2pm – 4pm. \nOverview:\nDuring the art classes\, you will receive expert tuition on a range of different art techniques within the company of like-minded creatives. There will be weekly challenges to complete within a carefully planned progression of tasks around a set theme. Themes include landscapes\, seascapes\, florals\, portraiture\, and more. \nExperience level:\nThe art classes are suitable for all ability levels as great care will be taken to tailor the art class to specific needs. Beginners are most welcome. \nAttendees are limited to 8 to ensure that everyone can receive the help and support that they need. \nAbout the tutor:\nThe classes 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. \nDuring the art classes\, we will explore:\n\nThe fundamentals of drawing to develop understanding\, control and skill level.\nFull tuition and practical sessions in painting technique.\nStep-by-step tasks to encourage well-crafted compositions.\n\nWhat’s included:\n\nExpert and tailored guidance by a fully qualified art teacher.\nAccess to art materials to use during the classes.\nTea or coffee.\n\nWhat you will need to bring:\nJust yourself! All materials and refreshments are included. \nAccess:\n\nWe 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.\nIn addition\, we also have parking for two cars found closer to the studio requiring reduced walking and no steps.\nPlease note that our studio bathroom facilities are found on the first floor accessed by a set of stairs. We can provide alternative ground floor facilities\, if needed.\n\nFor 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. \nDirections:\nPlease 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.
URL:https://bhretreats.co.uk/event/backbury-art-classes-thursday-group-spring-term/
LOCATION:Backbury House Studio\, Backbury House\, Checkley\, Hereford\, Herefordshire\, HR1 4NA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Backbury Art Club,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sharon Brookes":MAILTO:sbrookes@bhretreats.co.uk
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SUMMARY:Water Patterns and Reflections Course
DESCRIPTION:Water Patterns and Reflections Course – Event Details\nOverview:\nOn this water patterns and reflections course\, you will learn to capture beautiful scenic imagery. What’s more you will learn how to capture light\, movement and pattern using layers of paint and mark making. \nExperience level:\nThis art course 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. \nAbout the tutor:\nThe course 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. \nThe Course Timings:\nThe course runs from Saturday-Sunday\, 10:30am to 3:30pm on each day and offers a comprehensive programme. \nExample of the course programme:\n\nLearn how to create layered washes to create depth\, light and shade.\nDevelop brush control to add texture and pattern.\nLearn how to capture realistic reflections on water.\nMaster how to create beautiful scenic paintings.\n\nFurther Details:\nThere are more details on the course programme including visual examples and an example itinerary available at: https://bhretreats.co.uk/water-patterns-and-reflections-course/ \nWhat’s included:\n\nExpert guidance by a fully qualified art teacher.\nPractical demonstrations and exercises on drawing and watercolour painting.\nA course pack to take home.\nAll art materials to use on the day.\nA simple lunch plus tea and coffee throughout the day.\n\nWhat you will need to bring:\nJust yourself! We include all materials and refreshments for your convenience. \nAccess:\n\nWe 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.\nIn addition\, we also have parking for two cars found closer to the studio requiring reduced walking and no steps.\nPlease 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.\n\nFor 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. \nDirections:\nPlease 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.
URL:https://bhretreats.co.uk/event/water-patterns-and-reflections-course/
LOCATION:Backbury House Studio\, Backbury House\, Checkley\, Hereford\, Herefordshire\, HR1 4NA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Creative Courses,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sharon Brookes":MAILTO:sbrookes@bhretreats.co.uk
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SUMMARY:Understanding Colour Workshop - October
DESCRIPTION:Understanding Colour Workshop – Event Details\nOverview:\nDuring this super informative understanding colour workshop\, you will be expertly guided through the fundamentals of colour theory. You will have opportunity to explore the colour wheel\, practise colour mixing as well as create a practice piece all designed to take your painting skills to an improved level. \nExperience level:\nThis 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. \nAbout the tutor:\nThe 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. \nThe workshop timings:\nThe workshop runs from 1pm-4pm. Please arrive for 12:45 for welcome drinks. \nExample of the workshop programme:\n\nFirstly\, you will have opportunity to learn about the colour wheel and practise mixing colours with increased understanding of colour theory.\nYou will learn how to successfully mix secondary\, tertiary\, analogous and complementary colours and how to use them to improve your painting skills.\nLastly\, you will complete a practice piece where you will apply your new-found knowledge to increase your proficiency in painting.\n\nWhat’s included:\n\nExpert guidance by a fully qualified art teacher.\nPractical demonstrations and exercises on colour theory.\nA course pack to take home.\nAll art materials to use on the day.\nTea or coffee.\n\nWhat you will need to bring:\nJust yourself! We include all materials and refreshments for your convenience. \nAccess:\n\nWe 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.\nIn addition\, we also have parking for two cars found closer to the studio requiring reduced walking and no steps.\nPlease 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.\n\nFor 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. \nDirections:\nPlease 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.
URL:https://bhretreats.co.uk/event/understanding-colour-workshop-october/
LOCATION:Backbury House Studio\, Backbury House\, Checkley\, Hereford\, Herefordshire\, HR1 4NA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Creative Workshop,Event
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