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Water Patterns and Reflections Course

Water Patterns and Reflections Course

From 8th August until 9th August

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:

  • Learn how to create layered washes to create depth, light and shade.
  • Develop brush control to add texture and pattern.
  • Learn how to capture realistic reflections on water.
  • Master how to create beautiful scenic paintings.

Further Details:

There are more details on the course programme including visual examples and an example itinerary available at: https://bhretreats.co.uk/water-patterns-and-reflections-course/

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:

Just yourself! We include all materials and refreshments for your convenience.

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