Sketching in the Park
Schedule
Sat May 28 2022 at 11:00 am to 04:00 pm
Location
The Reader | Liverpool, EN
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Get creative, explore and record the beautiful Japanese and old English gardens hidden in Calderstones Park. This sketching course is a mixed ability class suitable for practising artists who want to experience drawing in this unique location or beginners looking to learn useful skills to help record and celebrate the world around them.
Programme
As a group, you will visit various parts of the park and choose different features to sketch, with demonstration and individual assistance from your tutor
You will look at constructing landscapes; close-up observational drawings of natural forms such as trees, leaves and flowers; architectural features and how to deal with effects of light sources/dappling/shadows
With your tutor you will discuss different approaches to your drawing, referencing a range of artists to provide context and pointers on how to deal with challenges
You will do quick sketches capturing the essence of a subject as well as longer drawings focussing on detail
Using coloured pencils to achieve colour variation and foundations for turning your sketches into paintings
Group critique and feedback sessions
Tutor: Madeleine Pires
Dates: Saturdays 28 May,4 June and 11 June,11am- 4pm
Cost: £125 for 3 day course
To avoid a booking fee and pay by card, cheque or cash, please contact dot-art Services directly on 0345 017 6660
Materials: You will need to bring a set of drawing pencils, set of coloured pencils, erasers and an A4 or A3 sketchbook.
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Where is it happening?
The Reader, Calderstones Mansion House, Calderstones Park,Liverpool, United KingdomEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
