On this half-day drawing and painting course, you’ll be guided you through observation techniques and drawing, sketching and watercolour methods including capturing perspective, creating depth and contrast, using colour wash and mark making. We’ll look at the joy of recreating our love of plants and gardens through art and of recording directly from nature and explore different materials including pencils, inks and watercolours. The workshop will teach techniques and methods which will build confidence in working outdoors, directly observing from nature. Level: Suitable for beginners and experienced artists alike.
We’ll be indoors and out in a small group to ensure time for personal attention, working directly from life out in the beautiful Dilston Physic Garden where weather permits, with the comfort of a warm room to retreat to when necessary!
Please bring suitable clothing and footwear for walking and sitting outside, something to sit on (camping stool, picnic mat or gardening kneeler), any art materials you wish to bring, a water bottle for both your own refreshment and to top up your painting water and snacks as you wish. Tea and coffee will be available in the classroom.
Cost: £50
To Book: Please contact Niki on nikihblack@gmail.com or https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/nikiblackart
Parking: Parking for this event is in the Top-up Car Park shared with Dilston Scouts. (Google Maps directions link, or What Three Words: pigs.clipped.mills)
For more information about visiting the garden see our Visit Us page. Please get in touch if you have queries/concerns about disability access via info@dilstonphysicgarden.com
Tutor: Niki Black is an experienced freelance artist and art tutor. Based in Stocksfield, Northumberland, Niki works in inks, watercolour and acrylic, drawing inspiration from the beautiful woods and natural environment on her doorstep. https://www.nikiblack.co.uk/
