Paul is an experienced art tutor and demonstrator who enjoys passing on his painting skills to others. Painting in oils or acrylics, Paul specialises in landscape painting, including en plein air and in the studio. Paul has a positive approach to all his students, looking to bring a happy and creative environment wherever he teaches.
Paul regularly demonstrates and tutors workshops at art groups around southern England and also runs painting courses from his studio in Wiltshire. Self-taught, his influences range from Edward Seago and Joaquin Sorolla through to Claude Monet.
People who’ve been on Paul’s workshops have said:
I have been going to Paul’s workshops for some time now and they are so helpful. He is very patient and gives great instructions if you want it. I would highly recommend them.’
‘Paul is a very patient excellent teacher who brings the best out of his students. His courses are interesting and worry free.’
‘Having been on many of Paul’s courses his constant enthusiasm and ability to pass on knowledge makes for a very fulfilling experience. He creates a very relaxed and creative atmosphere and his constructive and supportive criticism is always extremely helpful.’
Please visit Paul’s website for further information and to see examples of his work.
Set in the beautiful Devon countryside, the first two days of this course have been designed to help you improve your sketching and en plein air painting. Paul will be demonstrating as well as being on hand as you work on your own compositions.
Day three will allow you to develop your sketches and en plein air paintings into a larger, studio painting. Paul will work with you develop your ideas and help bring your painting to life.
Upon arrival on the Tuesday afternoon, at around 3pm, you will be greeted by the team at Westcott Barton.
After settling in to your accommodation and meeting your fellow artists, Paul will talk to you about the plan for the next 3 days, before time to enjoy dinner together and the chance to wander in the grounds to find inspiring places to draw and paint.
Breakfast will be served at 8.30am and students will then gather in the studio at around 9.30am.
Painting Day 1:
- Start the day in the studio with an introduction to sketching and painting outdoors.
- Watch a demonstration by Paul to show how to use these techniques to capture the essence of the landscape.
- Spend late morning and the afternoon drawing and painting in the beautiful grounds of Westcott Barton with tuition on hand.
- Finish the afternoon back in the studio to discuss the day’s painting over tea and cake.
Painting Day 2:
- Spend the day drawing and painting the landscape in two locations in north Devon, including a demonstration by Paul and with expert guidance on hand throughout the day.
- Finish the day back in the studio to decide on a ‘studio painting’ for day 3 based on your drawings and paintings.
Painting Day 3:
- Spend the day in the studio developing your sketches and paintings from days 1 & 2 into a larger landscape painting.
- Day 3 will include a demonstration to illustrate some of the techniques you may find useful in working up your drawings and plein air work into a studio masterpiece!
Tea, coffee and biscuits are freely available to help yourself to during studio sessions.
For the days on-site lunch will be served at 1pm with afternoon tutorials commencing from 2-5pm, followed by a group dinner at 6.30pm.
On the day out a packed lunch will be provided, if appropriate.
Our courses are limited to around 12 participants per retreat to ensure your tutor has the ability to provide you with personal advice and support during your time here.
Oil or Acrylic paint.
All painting abilities are welcome.
All your own materials and equipment including an easel you can use outdoors.
A list of suggested materials and equipment will be available after your booking is confirmed.
- Accommodation and meals during your stay, including an evening meal on day of arrival and breakfast on day of departure.
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INTRODUCTORY OFFER
Single occupancy in secure room, with own bathroom facilities: £675 per person.
Single occupancy room or shared room (twin or double), but sharing bathroom facilities: £630 per person (minimum booking for two and both must be participating in retreat).
Non-participating partners sharing a course participant's room are welcome: £425 per person (includes meals) . This option is subject to availability.
We welcome non-residential participants on our retreats/courses - please enquire for further details.
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