Course Description

Overview: This mindful painting workshop is suitable for you whether you have some experience of watercolour or a total beginner. Minimal drawing required! The emphasis of the workshop is very much on play and experimentation - and going with the wonderful flow of watercolour. After a time to explore and have a play with colour, you’ll be guided to use wet on wet painting to create two atmospheric paintings. You'll also explore some fantastic and fun techniques (cling film, wax resist, salt and spatter) while letting the flow and mix of colour and water guide your painting. We will also explore how we can use plants in our painting to create exciting textures. What to bring: All materials are provided and included in the price so you just need to bring yourself. An apron and something to take your lovely painting(s) home with you would also be useful. Refreshments are included (a selection of tea, coffee and biscuits) so please advise any dietary restrictions. Lunch, however, is not included so please bring a packed lunch. Practicalities: The full address is: Unit 3, Welburn Business Park, Welburn, York YO60 7EP - just off the A64. There is ample parking on site and and the studio has full accessibility. The course runs from 10am to approximately 3pm. If you have any questions at all, please email ioneharrisonart@gmail.com. Your tutor: Ione is a landscape artist and tutor with over 30 years' teaching experience. Her aim in her teaching is twofold: for you to feel supported to develop confidence and skill in using the wonderful medium of watercolour; for you to have fun and spend an enjoyable, restorative time playing with colour.