Adventures with Abstracts – March 9th & 10th
Last year this was one of our most popular weekends. It seems that a lot of people want to delve more deeply into abstract art.
Many would love to paint abstracts. Yet what are the rules? What exactly is an abstract painting? Where do you start? Last year we looked at a few approaches and became very involved in creating our own responses, which turned out to be very successful.
This year we are taking up yet more ways in which you can express yourself through abstraction. Our guide on this journey will be the work of the legendary Paul Klee. It will be lively and a lot of fun!
Many would love to paint abstracts. Yet what are the rules? What exactly is an abstract painting? Where do you start? Last year we looked at a few approaches and became very involved in creating our own responses, which turned out to be very successful.
This year we are taking up yet more ways in which you can express yourself through abstraction. Our guide on this journey will be the work of the legendary Paul Klee. It will be lively and a lot of fun!
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Day One : Saturday
10.00: Meet and Greet! Cathy will introduce the course and give some introductory advice (Tea & Coffee will be served)
10.30 - 12.30: Morning session – We will be looking at the art produced on a legendary visit to Tunisia by Paul Klee and two friends. Here you can understand the response that inspired the creation of some incredible abstract paintings and try this for yourselves. 12.30: Lunch (Bring your own picnic style or enjoy a simple rustic meal for £10*) 1.30 - 4.00: Afternoon Session - using a location of your own choice, you will recreate an abstract picture of the place, working with the methods and responses that Klee has inspired in us through the morning. 4.30: Round up and discussion of the day's progress (Tea & Coffee will be served) |
Day Two : Sunday
10.00: Setting the goals for the day (Tea & Coffee will be served)
10.30 - 12.30: Morning Session – Klee used line in a unique way to explore his subconscious and to rediscover the fresh vision of childhood. We’ll be taking our own lines on very individual walks in our art. 12.30: Lunch (Bring your own picnic style or enjoy a simple rustic meal for £10*) 1.30 - 4.00: Afternoon Session - After a brief discussion of what the weekend has inspired in you, you can create something that is uniquely yours, your abstract story ! 4.30: Round up and discussion of the day’s progress.(Tea & Coffee will be served) |
Recommendation
“Although Cathy has vast experience in teaching art and deep knowledge of art, she is not intimidating. She has a softly, softly style that is encouraging and yet firm in guiding a novice painter like me to create good works.” SCC
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Special introductory offer of £50 per day, including all materials, tea and coffee.
* Tell us if you want to book lunch! |