Weekend Life Class 2025
February 8,9,10th
(Sat-Mon) 10-4pm.
This is the first life class of the new year. It is an opportunity to work from the model for
3 days.
Saturday , the first day , is more of exploratory drawing session using various approaches and materials in response to a number of different poses ranging from 2 minutes to an hour. Sunday and Monday is set up for those who wishing to focus on painting where poses can last from 2 to 7 hours. Drawing is encouraged as much as painting so the long sessions will suit painters as much as those who prefer a prolonged drawing session.Tasks will be set but instruction is mostly on a one-to-one basis and tailored to individual needs and experiences. Some of those attending will have been before, therefore it’s a matter of developing everyones’ work to a further stage.
Levels:
The course is suitable for intermediates and advanced. Some experience with life drawing and painting is therefore useful.
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Studio
The studio is purpose-built and very spacious. The lighting is excellent due to the large expanse of roof lights. In terms of equipment studio easels, drawing boards and workstations are provided. Go to this link to see the studio and house.
Materials:
It is advised you bring your own materials to draw and paint. We have stock which is really a standby.There is no shortage of large drawing sheets, primed paper canvases. There is also a small stock of brushes for sale, but it is best to bring your own.
When booking please confer with us about materials and what to bring if you are not sure. There is no need to spend a small fortune on materials. Less is more.
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Fees:
Fees have increased by 8%from last year to help cover inflation. Last year we did not increase the fees from the year before.
Lunches
Our lunches are outsourced to an award winning chef called Gavin Kellett who provides us with very wholesome and delicious vegetarian soups which are different on all days. Then there is locally baked bread, baked potatoes, plus salads and fruit. If you have dietary requirements please let us know.The table is laid out pleasantly in our spacious dinning room. Lunch provides a very welcomed break , a friendly and relaxing time away from the working studio.
Refreshments: Coffee, teas and biscuits are freely available throughout the day.
LOCATION. Browse this site to see studio and location