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Nature Journalling Course

Nature Journalling Course

From 17th October until 18th October

Backbury House Retreats

About This Event

Experience level:

This art course is suitable for beginners to improvers as there will be guided instruction throughout. Attendees will be limited to 8 to ensure that everyone will receive individual support.

About the tutor:

The course will be led by Sharon Brookes who is the proprietor and lead tutor of Backbury House Retreats. She has a degree in Art, is a practising artist as well as a fully qualified art teacher with nearly 30 years’ experience of teaching in a range of educational settings.

The course timings:

The course runs from Saturday-Sunday, 10:30am to 3:30pm on each day and offers a comprehensive programme.

Example of the course programme:

  • Undertake a slow paced 2-mile nature walk where you will record your observations and gather inspiration for your nature journal. Please note that the walk will be across open countryside with undulating terrain.
  • Take part in art and craft workshops to explore creative approaches to nature journalling.
  • By the end of the course, you will have started your own personal and creative nature journal.

What's included:

  • Expert guidance by a fully qualified art teacher.
  • Practical demonstrations and exercises on drawing and watercolour painting.
  • A course pack to take home.
  • All art materials to use on the day.
  • A simple lunch plus tea and coffee throughout the day.

What you will need to bring:

  • Clothing and footwear suitable for a nature walk across open countryside.
  • A backpack to carry your equipment.

Admission / Ticket Info:

A 2-day creative course including expert tuition, all course materials plus lunches for just £189.

Disabled Access:

For details on access, please consult our studio facilities page. If you would like to discuss any access arrangements, please contact us.

Disabled Facilities:

For details on facilities, please consult our studio facilities page. If you would like to discuss our disabled facilities, please contact us.

Contact:

sbrookes@bhretreats.co.uk

Getting There

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Backbury House Retreats
Checkley
Hereford
Herefordshire
HR1 4NA