Still Life Painting - 3 week course

On this course you will learn to develop techniques, concepts and practices using drawing, painting and multi media to create your own still life paintings.

The course will consist of a series of practical exercises with individual tutoring, group discussion and reflections.

Week One

The mimetic approach. Considering how different artists throughout the world have approached the subject of still life, past and present. What can we learn from them?

Week Two

The objective approach. Training the brain to see like an artist. Practical ideas for beginning and developing a piece of work.

Week Three

The expressive approach. Experimentation and the use of instinct. How artists can combine all approaches to enrich their own practices.

Materials

We will provide basic materials and paper but please bring your own if you are wanting to use specific media. This could be any combination of water based media, for example: acrylic, ink, charcoal, pastel, gouache, watercolour, pens, pencils, graphite, wallpaper (for collage).

Experiance Level: Beginner with basic drawing and painting skills

Please note each session will begin at 10:30am and finish at 1pm each Saturday for 3 weeks.

Artist Bio :

Kim uses “visual song writing” as an analogy for her creative process and is interested in the tensions between observation, expression and pragmatism.

Influences include the philosopher Richard Sennett (author of The Craftsman) amongst many others.

About the venue

Sunny Bank Mills is an inspirational cultural destination in the heart of the local community of Farsley, Leeds. Founded in 1829, these glorious Mills are being regenerated by the sixth generation of the family owners, creating a wonderful blend of work, leisure and culture.

Course terms and booking conditions

Workshop and course bookings can be cancelled and refunded up until 7 days before the scheduled start date. As materials and equipment are ordered in advance, we regret that refunds cannot be offered less than 7 days before the workshop date. Please note that Eventbrite’s booking fee is non-refundable.

If we need to cancel the course for any reason your ticket will be fully refunded.

Host or Publisher Sunny Bank Mills Gallery