Effective Oils - Sept 15th  & 16th

Painting in oils is something that many aspire to. Cathy Bird has been using the medium for more years than she cares to remember! 
 
There are ways that help you to make oils your friend. Success in any medium has its foundation in knowing how to control the paint and make it give you the effect you are looking for.
 
This weekend offers absolute beginner and those more experienced some of the professional secrets of getting the most out of your oils. And it will be fun!

Day One : Saturday

10.00:  Meet and Greet! Cathy will introduce the course  (Tea & Coffee will be served)

10.30 - 12.30: Morning session –We will look at different styles of oil painting. Cathy will demonstrate some approaches and you can have some fun trying them out.
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12.30: Lunch (Bring your own picnic style or enjoy a simple rustic meal for £10*)

1.30 - 4.00: Afternoon Session - Finding a style that suits you and your subject. You will work on three different canvases, painting the same subject in different styles. Cathy offers as much or as little help as you need.

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 -  Flesh Colours – let’s tackle that bugbear of painting human skin – we take a look at some of the masters and see what we can learn from their approaches – then have a go yourself.
 
12.30: Lunch (Bring your own picnic style or enjoy a simple rustic meal for £10*)

1.30 -  4.00: Afternoon Session  - Choose  a method and approach and have a go at a face or body yourself! You will gain the confidence to use oils much more effectively, no matter what your skill and experience level.
 
4.30: Round up and discussion of the day's progress.  (Tea & Coffee will be served) 

Recommendation

" I can't believe I have only just discovered Cathy's classes and I really wish I had found her many years ago. Her positive, encouraging but open approach allows creativity and produces an environment that enables each artist to discover their own style. We all blossom under her expert eye" N.P.

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Special introductory offer of £50 per person
including all materials, tea and coffee.

* Tell us if you want to book lunch!