Workshops

Artists should bookmark this page to keep up-to-date with the ever-changing diary, which for ease of use is set in alphabetical geographical order. It includes opportunities in the UK and throughout the world. This is the place where artists will find inspiration and courses run by professional artists, to aid their improvement. These details are also sent to 400 art groups across the UK on behalf of Creative Coverage members.

BERKSHIRE

Kate Findlay is a textiles tutor at Micklems Farm, Berkshire. Find out more about their courses at www.micklemsfarm.com 

HAMPSHIRE

Ongoing

Claire Wiltsher art classes. Suitable  for all ages and abilities, working from her heated studio in Lyndhurst (off the high street) 18 Romsey Road. SO43 7AA. (opposite Leisure Fayre, outdoor shop. Demonstrations, followed by personal one to one  support to help individuals reach their goal. Some materials available. Techniques in all areas of painting and  many areas of printmaking possible. Friendly and supportive. Term times only (Monday or Tuesday to be arranged).  9.30-11.30am or evening 6.30pm–8.30pm. Local parking available. For further details telephone Claire on 02380-284537. Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . Web: www.clairewiltsher.com

THE SECRET LIFE OF PLANTS  -  BOTANY FOR ARTISTS AND GARDENERS AT HILLIER GARDENS, ROMSEY, HANTS with Sally Pinhey.
A series of six linked exploratory workshops, to study and draw the life story of plants. Each workshop except the first starts with a review of home studies, sharing what we have discovered by following our own lines of interest. Coffee is followed by a presentation on the subject for the week with live examples, discussions and microscope observations.   After lunch in the cafe, the group focuses on drawing and painting their chosen specimens. Syllabus for 2019: Jan 6, Fruits, seeds, nuts and seed dispersal. Feb 3  Winter twigs and stem structures. Mar 3  Germination and growth. Apr 7  Leaves and photosynthesis.  May 5 Roots and vegetative reproduction.  June 2  flowers and sexual reproduction.
On the first Sunday of each month from January to June, 10 am to 4 pm.
In the light and comfortable education block at Sir Harold Hillier Gardens, Jermyns Lane, Ampfield, Romsey, Hants SO51 0QA.
The modest price of under £350, with an early bird discount includes lunch and refreshments and a spiral bound work book worth £17. A list of materials of your own to bring will be provided.
Contact Sir Harold Hillier Gardens on 01794 369318 or Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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