January colours - half day workshop in mixing watercolours
Description
Join Emma Leyfield for a half day workshop in mixing watercolours, looking at the colours of winter and how best to use your paints. January has been accused of being bleak but each month has its place and rituals to move through it. If you've previously attended one of Emma’s classes, and have been dabbling a little, or perhaps haven't lifted a brush since, then this is your opportunity for a refresher. This class is also suitable as a taster session for beginners at watercolours, or those who feel that mixing colours is something they struggle with. The session includes a sketchbook prompt focusing on the colours of winter, window views, and cosy sketch-booking through the season. If you have a set of watercolours that you use at home, you're welcome to bring this for a 'watercolour consultation'. This is to talk through what colours you have, others you might need and the difference between different brands and types of watercolours. Professional watercolours are provided for you to test out during the session. MEET THE TUTOR: Emma is an emerging artist and freelance illustrator who specialises in watercolours and portraiture and is known for her sketchbooks, which she makes through bookbinding. Specialising in observational watercolours, Emma is passionate about traditional methods of drawing that are being lost as digital art takes the stage. This is visible in her work, which is inspired by the illustrators of the Golden age and is often referred to as nostalgic; reminding the viewer of their childhood. This impression is emphasised by the subjects she chooses, which capture the wonder and curiosity of the world around her, with particular focus on British plants and wildlife.
What's included in the price?
All materials will be provided but you may wish to bring in your own sketchbook and art supplies. Weather permitting, you may go out into the courtyard of New Brewery Arts to look at and mix colours. Please bring warm layers.
Duration
½ days
Cancellation policy
Medium - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts
Maker
New Brewery Arts connects people with the hand-made, promotes the joy and fulfilment of making and celebrates the role of craft and creativity in all our lives. We've been at the heart of creativity in the Cotswolds since 1978, and as well as classes and workshops we have craft studios, exhibitions and an amazing shop which sells work by UK craftspeople.
Suitable for
- Adults
- Seniors
- Accommodation offered
- Suitable for beginners
- UK Holiday
FAQs
We really hope you don’t need to, but any changes need to be made at least 30 days in advance. No refunds are given for any cancellation made within 30 days of a class commencing. An administration fee of 10% will be made on cancellations or alterations before this time. We cannot offer a refund if you are unwell for any reason and unable to attend.
All our studios are wheelchair accessible and members of our team will be able to assist you if you require. Near the shop on the ground floor we have a disabled toilet and a lift which will allow you access around the building.
If you find it difficult to stand during a class or have any other access needs, please let us know when booking so we can make appropriate arrangements.
Unfortunately, we do not have our own designated car park, however there are plenty around Cirencester. The nearest short stay car park is The Brewery Car Park which is approximately 2 minutes away and is a council run pay and display. This car park has several disabled parking spaces too. Sheep Street Car Park is a longer stay car park 3 minutes away, it is a cashless car park facilitated by Pay by Phone. Full details of all car parks and pricing can be found on Cotswold District Council Website.
We pride ourselves on smaller class sizes, so you get plenty of help from the tutors. Maximum 8-10 students per class.
Of course, and for some classes we may ask you to do this. Please don’t worry, if this is the case it will be clearly shown on the booking pages and in your confirmation emails.
No, we ask that students either bring their own or wear clothes they are happy to get messy in.
You are welcome to bring a lidded bottle of water with you but we kindly ask that you do not bring food or drinks into the studio.
