Chinese brush painting is about opening the mind to a completely new way of creating imagery. Unlike in western art, simple birds, flowers, leaves and insects are created by the stroke of a brush. Working with Chinese ink and a brush, you will start by mastering the basic strokes followed by creating images of the Chrysanthemum , the Plum, the Orchid and the Bamboo, often referred to as the 'Junzi.

Display your finished work on a fan or miniature screen.

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This one day workshop looks at the materials, equipment and techniques used to produce sketches and drawings. Through carefully guided tuition, you will learn how to compose a sketch and how to record what is in front of you. You will be shown how to look at what to sketch, what to include in your sketch and what the difference is between a sketch and a drawing.

A chance to explore how to use watercolours in a variety of ways to produce lively and vibrant images. You will learn skills in colour handling, contrast and brushwork and produce a painting from a given subject. July workshop will use 'Flowers' as a theme.

Acrylics is a very versatile medium. Have fun experimenting with, and investigating, the properties of these paints. Learn how colour works, practise and develop a variety of painting techniques and, through structured tuition, produce a painting from a selection of images provided. This workshop also allows those of you who have had basic acrylics tuition to develop your skills further.

Create an inspired piece of work in this half day workshop. Working from a still life subject and using a very simple technique, you will be able to create an image of strong line and flowing colour.

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These one day workshops are aimed at people with little or no experience of painting flowers and bulbs in a detailed, botanical way. Through demonstrations and one-to-one tuition, learn the joys of transparent watercolour washes, focusing on simple techniques to build depth of colour and tone. 10th August (2441) Summer Blooms. From pencil drawing to painting in watercolour, Jeni will give detailed instruction on how to look closely; observing, understanding and finally depicting a seasonal flower in detail.

If you like the effects of watercolour painting but don't know where to start, this is the day for you. You will learn the basics of using watercolour paints, brushes and paper. Using plenty of demonstrations, the tutor will guide you each step of the way to produce your painting, teaching you skills that you can build on in the future.

Whether you have no experience with watercolour or just need to brush up on your skills, this is the class for you. Jeni will take you stepby- step through the basic stages of botanical painting, from careful observation to painting using seasonal flora. Through demonstrations and plenty of one-to-one tuition, learn the joys of transparent watercolour washes, focusing on simple techniques to build depth of colour and tone.

This one day workshop looks at the materials, equipment and techniques used to produce sketches and drawings. Through carefully guided tuition, you will learn how to compose a sketch and how to record what is in front of you. You will be shown how to look at what to sketch, what to include in your sketch and what the difference is between a sketch and a drawing.

Line and wash is a simple technique involving drawing out an image using waterproof ink and washing watercolour over the ink once dry. It can also be done using inks for the wash or with light translucent washes of acrylic paint. Using a simple range of colours, you will learn how to apply these media using a variety of effective techniques. Once used as a quick sketching method, it can also be used to produce bright but detailed paintings.

A chance to explore how to use watercolours in a variety of ways to produce lively and vibrant images. You will learn skills in colour handling, contrast and brushwork and produce a painting from a given subject. October workshop will use 'Flowers' as a theme.

This one day workshop is perfect for those with little or no experience of oil pastels. You will explore a range of techniques including blending, overlaying and Sgraffito. The structured tuition will allow you to experiment with these techniques and apply them to a final image based on a theme of either 'Landscape' or 'Flowers'.

If you like the effects of watercolour painting but don't know where to start, this is the day for you. You will learn the basics of using watercolour paints, brushes and paper. Using plenty of demonstrations, the tutor will guide you each step of the way to produce your painting, teaching you skills that you can build on in the future.

Acrylics is a very versatile medium. Have fun experimenting with, and investigating, the properties of these paints. Learn how colour works, practise and develop a variety of painting techniques and, through structured tuition, produce a painting from a selection of images provided. This workshop also allows those of you who have had basic acrylics tuition to develop your skills further.

Take your basic skills in Chinese brush painting a little further. Course 2569 - Peacock on Wisteria. The peacock is the most beautifully decorated bird. Perched high in the wisteria branches, this makes for a challenging but rewarding subject.

Ever wondered why some art works sing whilst others look ordinary? The answer is in black and white. Notan is a Japanese word used to describe the balance of light and shade in a painting. The pattern of light and dark in a picture is the single most influential factor in our appreciation of any art work. Through a series of exercises and demonstrations, learn how to design successful pictures every time. Materials not included.

Painting is not just about creating pictures - it is about how we choose to apply the paint when we create pictures. Suitable for painters in oils and acrylics this workshop will focus on how to make your artworks more expressive and painterly. Through exercises designed to increase both confidence and ability you will learn how to use brushwork to create beautiful artworks. Materials not included.

This workshop is ideal for anyone who has always wanted to try oil painting but never knew where to begin. Look at how to get started, what paints and equipment are needed and which colours to use. Using a relaxed and methodical approach you will learn how to apply, control and enjoy this versatile, traditional painting medium. Materials not included.

A chance to explore how to use watercolours in a variety of ways to produce lively and vibrant images. You will learn skills in colour handling, contrast and brushwork and produce a painting from a given subject. January workshop will us 'Landscapes' as a theme.

Drawing is not difficult. It is fun, relaxing and rewarding if approached with an open spirit. Ask yourself, can you draw a daisy or a house with the sun in the sky? Course 2571: On this workshop you will be shown how to develop those simple skills and grow them into pleasing drawings.

Acrylics is a very versatile medium. Have fun experimenting with, and investigating, the properties of these paints. Learn how colour works, practise and develop a variety of painting techniques and, through structured tuition, produce a painting from a selection of images provided. This workshop also allows those of you who have had basic acrylics tuition to develop your skills further.

Take your basic skills in Chinese brush painting a little further. Course 2570 - Hydrangeas. The hydrangea is a magnificent bloom and whether a Lace cap, Mophead or Panicle, each presents different challenges.

If you like the effects of watercolour painting but don't know where to start, this is the day for you. You will learn the basics of using watercolour paints, brushes and paper. Using plenty of demonstrations, the tutor will guide you each step of the way to produce your painting, teaching you skills that you can build on in the future.

This workshop will give you the opportunity to explore the fun side of acrylics and is perfect for those with little or no experience of this medium. Experiment with a range of different media, including texture, structure gel, and masking and add glitter and gold wax. Discover how these can be used to enhance an image.

Drawing is not difficult. It is fun, relaxing and rewarding if approached with an open spirit. Ask yourself, can you draw a daisy or a house with the sun in the sky? Course 2572: Begin by looking at compositional skills, shade, and tone to create a still life and a simple landscape.