Farncombe Estate

Drawing for Absolute Beginners

Saturday 21 Jan 9.45 – 4.30     day school

Farncombe Estate, Broadway

contact: Farncombe Estate

Most people would love to be able to draw! It is a myth that some people can draw and some people can’t. Everyone can be taught, and at any age.
Drawing is the key to most art practice: it develops your observation, your hand/eye co-ordination, your mark making, tonal and compositional skills! It is also extremely rewarding in its own right. As with any complex skill it takes years of practice to become an expert, but it is vital you set about it in the right way from the absolute beginning. This can set you on the path to success.
You will learn some basic techniques during the day using soft pencils, charcoal, and putty rubbers. Most importantly, however, you will learn how to see the world in a special way: the way the artist sees it.
There will be a mixture of group exercises and some individual tuition. The atmosphere is friendly and encouraging!
Drawing equipment will all be provided. Just come along with a willingness to ‘have a go’.

Drawing for Absolute Beginners

Saturday 7 July 9.45 – 4.30     day school

Farncombe Estate, Broadway

contact: Farncombe Estate

Most people would love to be able to draw! It is a myth that some people can draw and some people can’t. Everyone can be taught, and at any age.
Drawing is the key to most art practice: it develops your observation, your hand/eye co-ordination, your mark making, tonal and compositional skills! It is also extremely rewarding in its own right. As with any complex skill it takes years of practice to become an expert, but it is vital you set about it in the right way from the absolute beginning. This can set you on the path to success.
You will learn some basic techniques during the day using soft pencils, charcoal, and putty rubbers. Most importantly, however, you will learn how to see the world in a special way: the way the artist sees it.
There will be a mixture of group exercises and some individual tuition. The atmosphere is friendly and encouraging!
Drawing equipment will all be provided. Just come along with a willingness to ‘have a go’.

Drawing for Absolute Beginners

Sunday 7 October 9.45 – 4.30     day school

Farncombe Estate, Broadway

contact: Farncombe Estate

Most people would love to be able to draw! It is a myth that some people can draw and some people can’t. Everyone can be taught, and at any age.
Drawing is the key to most art practice: it develops your observation, your hand/eye co-ordination, your mark making, tonal and compositional skills! It is also extremely rewarding in its own right.
As with any complex skill it takes years of practice to become an expert, but it is vital you set about it in the right way from the absolute beginning. This can set you on the path to success.
You will learn some basic techniques during the day using soft pencils, charcoal, and putty rubbers. Most importantly, however, you will learn how to see the world in a special way: the way the artist sees it.
There will be a mixture of group exercises and some individual tuition. The atmosphere is friendly and encouraging!
Drawing equipment will all be provided. Just come along with a willingness to ‘have a go’.

Painting Studio

Friday 17- Sunday 19 August     weekend residential course

Farncombe Estate, Broadway

contact: Farncombe Estate

This is a rare opportunity for painters of all abilities, from students to amateurs and professionals, to be guided through their own project by a highly experienced artist and tutor.
The Studio weekend offers a supportive and stimulating environment where you can share ideas with others in a small, friendly group.
Tuition will be tailored to your individual needs. There is no ‘house’ style. The tutor will help you to discover and develop your own style and creative direction. Some of the techniques covered over the weekend might include, for example: composing a painting, light and shade, choosing paints, setting out a palette and using colour, glazes and impasto, brushwork and mark making.
Come along with a small painting project in mind, perhaps some sketches, photo’s, items, a previous painting, etc. to start you off. Bring a good selection of materials to choose from, plus a canvas or prepared board if you are working in oils or acrylics.
Bring paints of your own choice, but bear in mind that a weekend might not allow time for oils to dry. Acrylics are the most versatile choice. Some basic materials such as paper and charcoal will be available to purchase in the studio.
Come with a willingness to shake up your technique and explore new ideas. You will leave with new skills and renewed inspiration!