
Week-long Workshops
Take time to explore your creativity with our week-long art workshops. From our popular Adult Summer Weeks to courses throughout the year, each offers the opportunity to focus on a particular subject, develop your skills and enjoy a more immersive experience in the studio.


Monday February 15th - Friday February 19th 10am-4pm*
Exploring Oil Painting
with Hayley Whittingham
Immerse yourself in a week of oil painting. Whether you are completely new to oils or returning after a previous workshop, you will discover new approaches to this versatile medium. With a small group size and individual tuition throughout, all levels are welcome.
Through demonstrations and guided exercises, you will gain confidence in the foundations of oil painting before exploring a range of styles and techniques. Taking inspiration from the French Impressionists and Scottish Colourists alongside more traditional methods, we will investigate how different approaches can create luminosity, depth and atmosphere.
Working from a combination of artist references and observed still life subjects, you will develop your understanding of colour relationships and expressive brushwork. As the week progresses, you will have the opportunity to apply your preferred approach to a subject of your own in a final painting.
With plenty of opportunities to experiment and receive individual guidance throughout the week, advice will also be offered on materials and equipment for those wishing to continue painting at home.
Schedule:
Morning session: 10am – 12pm
Lunch: 12pm – 1 pm
We ask that attendees please visit a local café or bring a packed lunch to enjoy outside, as the studio will be used to prepare for the afternoon session.
Afternoon session: 1pm – 4pm
Fee: £480, includes all essential materials required
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