This follows the demand and success of the recent course and we are delighted to be running another!
Are you interested in learning to paint in acrylic? Do you want to make paintings that can be strong and bold or subtle and calm? Do you want to enjoy the ease and freedom of making adjustments that acrylics give? Are you keen but nervous? Then this course by Chris Richbell is for you.
Over the four weeks, we will:
Experiment with colour mixing and methods of paint application, having fun learning the advantages of acrylics.
We will use viewfinders to select your chosen area of a landscape and interpret that in paint. Working in layers, adding detail last.
By the end of week 2, you will have the confidence to select a new simplified landscape image to use for weeks 3 and 4.
“A wonderful tutor who really helped me to experiment and have a belief in myself that I can paint.”
Equipment provided
Paints, brushes and boards
Tea, coffee and biscuits available in the kitchen
What to bring
An old shirt or apron over your clothes (or old clothes).
A china plate preferably white for paint mixing.
A soft cloth to wipe/dry brushes preferably an old T shirt cut up.
Chris is a very experienced teacher and practitioner. She is friendly and relaxed and aims to increase your confidence in your work and your ability.
“Inspirational course. Chris is an amazing tutor!”
Dates and times
Tuesdays, 10am to 1pm
1 November, 8 November. 15 November, 22 November
Suitable for adults, beginners or refreshers
Cost
£120
Booking
Booking is via the tutor, Chris Richbell: email chris@richbell.org or telephone 01234 241 700.
Places are limited to 10, so we recommend you book early to avoid disappointment.
About the tutor
Chris is a member and regular exhibitor with the Northampton Town and County Art Society and serves on their council. She paints mainly in watercolour or acrylic, and sometimes with mixed media or pastels. She is part of a group of painters from all over the country that annually enjoy painting together in Walberswick on the Suffolk coast. Painting outside whatever the weather, brings a whole new meaning to watercolour! Chris' work has been exhibited in London and nationally, and she has had work accepted by the Royal Academy.
“Chris was really encouraging and empowering”