Programme

TITLE: Vibrant and Dramatic Seascapes

DATE: 2017 Sunday 29 January 10.30am - 4pm at the Betchworth Village Hall

The Sea is always a great subject inspiring artists from all generations. Using her vibrant colours in mixed media you will work with Soraya on creating an expressive and dynamic painting.

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TITLE: Street Scenes

DATE: 2017 Saturday 18 February 10.30am - 4pm at the Betchworth Village Hall

Nothing is more full of life and interest than a street scene. Looking at perspective and tonal values you will enjoy creating an interesting and lively painting.

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TITLE: Dynamic Brush Strokes Fast and Loose - Part One

DATE: 2017 Saturday 18 March 10.30am - 4pm at the Betchworth Village Hall

Fast and fun! In this workshop you wil cover a variety of subjects in oil or acrylic and if you book both sessions you may be doing homework! A great opportunity to expand your horizons and stretch yourself.

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TITLE: Freedom with Flowers

DATE: 2017 Saturday 22 April 10.30am - 4pm at the Betchworth Village Hall

Capturing the beauty of flowers is a challenge to any artist. In this workshop using watercolour plus other materials you will be painting spring flowers with background washes in a loose, expressive style to create an imaginative andinteresting painting.

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Basic equipment required for all workshops

Newspaper to put on table:

Easel if you use one:

Brushes:

Palettes:

water-pots:

drawing board:

kitchen paper:

hairdryer:

IN ADDITION FOR THIS WORKSHOP PLEASE BRING:

Watercolours

Several sheets of watercolour paper (140lb NOT A2 or larger)

A selection of brushes including large round, mop and flat (" or 1")

Masking fluid

White wax crayon or candle

Coloured inks (acryic or watercolour)

Feather

Bamboo stick

Salt

Cling film

Paper towel

Fresh flowers or photos.

TITLE: Creative Painting on Textured Boards

DATE: 2017 Saturday 20 May 10.30am - 4pm at the Betchworth Village Hall

In this workshop you will be working on sterling board to create a painting that stands out and is highly saleable! From animals to portraits most subjects are suitable for this technique. A fun an creative day!

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TITLE: Dynamic Brush Strokes Fast and Loose - Part Two

DATE: 2017 Saturday 24 June 10.30am - 4pm at the Betchworth Village Hall

Another chance to join Jamel in a fun and fast workshop! Either as a follow-up to Part One or startingfrom new you will enjoy a memorable experience creating unusual and saleable paintings!

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TITLE: Further Steps Towards Abstraction

DATE: 2107 Saturday 22 July 10.30am - 4pm at the Betchworth Village Hall

Another opportunity to work with Laura on creating an original and exciting painting.

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TITLE: Painting in the Chinese Style

DATE: 2017 Wednesday 8, 15, 22 February 1.45 - 4pm at the Betchworth Village Hall

From ancient times Chinese paintings have delighted the world with their delicate and expressive brush strokes.The technique taught by Karen is suitable for a wide range of subjects from birds and animals to landscapes and flowers and is a combination of watercolour and ink.

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TITLE: Alleys, Archways and Side Streets

DATE: 2017 Wednesday 8, 15, 22 March 1.45 - 4pm at the Betchworth Village Hall

Who hasn't peered down little alley ways and side streets on holiday with the light falling across dark buildings and thought 'that would make a marvellous painting!' In this workshop you will have the opportunity to put that thought into practice and create an atmospheric painting.

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TITLE: Loosen Up with Watercolour

DATE: 2017 Wednesday 5, 12, 19 April 1.45 - 4pm at the Betchworth Village Hall

The challenge of painting in a loose, expressive style underpinned by accurate drawingis one that many artists wish to conquer! In this workshop you will work with Deanna to achieve this.

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Basic equipment required for all workshops

Newspaper to put on table:

Easel if you use one:

Brushes:

Palettes:

water-pots:

drawing board:

kitchen paper:

hairdryer:

IN ADDITION FOR THIS WORKSHOP: Please bring:

Watercolours (tube if possible)

Stretched NOT watercolour paper 140lb or heavier or a gummed block

Brushes size 8, 10 or 12 (pure squirrel mop is the best if you have one)

1" flat

Rigger

Spray bottle

Toothbrush

Sketching pencil (HB)

Also:

White gouache

Permanent black fine felt tip pen

Drawing pen and black acrylic ink

Watercolour pencils (Derwent Inktense are good)

Deanna will provide the references

TITLE: Creating Light Mood and Atmosphere in Landscapes

DATE: 2017 Wednesday 7, 14, 21 June 1.45pm - 4pm at the Betchworth Village Hall

Capturing the form andessence of the landscape in all its moods and atmosphere in a loose, negative painting style is the aim of thisworkshop Working with Jo who uses a visualiser and alarge screen where every brush stroke she uses can be clearly seenyou will discover a new dimension to your watercolour paintings!

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TITLE: Exploring the Medium: Watercolour/Pastel/Oil/Acrylic

DATE: 2017 Wednesday 12, 19, 26 July 1.45 - 4pm at the Betchworth Village Hall

In this workshop you will have the opportunity to explore each medium with tutor Ian giving you handy tips and techniques. The subject will be of your own choice and Ian will demonstrate how to get the best result for each technique. An opportunity to refresh, learn and enjoy!

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