*THIS COURSE IS NOW FULLY BOOKED*
Join us for four days of sketching and painting on location and in the studio (using water-soluble pencil, acrylics/oils).
We will examine colour, depth and composition while looking at how water/foam/waves are incorporated into the painting.
Over the four days we will sketch and take photos on location as well as working on compositions back in the studio.
We will also explore how to create a sense of movement in water.
Mark is an artist and tutor with many years of teaching experience. Demonstrating for Art Societies and on workshops and painting holidays in the UK and France/Italy.
He has a large range of knowledge and expertise in painting and drawing which is delivered in a thoughtful and enthusiastic way. Mark adores using colour while interpreting the light and a love for the materials. He exhibits in both England and Wales and has many works in private collections.
Mark is as passionate about supporting people in their creative journeys. Come and join him to explore the use of colour and sketching in North Devon.
Please visit Mark's website for further information and to see examples of his work.
Upon your arrival on the Thursday afternoon, at around 3pm, you will be greeted by the team at Westcott Barton.
The retreat will begin with a relaxed afternoon settling into the accommodation and viewing the immediate grounds and studio whilst getting to know your tutor and fellow students. An introduction will be given by Mark, followed by a group dinner.
Breakfast will be served at 8.30am and students will then gather in the studio at around 9.30am.
Mark and his students will go out on location on the first two days to gather photographic references and to sketch. The last two days will be spent in the studio developing paintings.
A packed lunch will be provided, if appropriate.
Participants are very welcome to continue using the studio outside the designated teaching time.
Tea coffee and biscuits are freely available to help yourself to during studio sessions.
Lunch will be served at 1pm with afternoon tutorials commencing from 2-5pm, followed by a group dinner at 6.30pm.
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.
- All media welcomed.
- Mark will be demonstrating with Acrylics
- All abilities welcome.
- The media you like to work with (paints, paper, brushes, palette, etc), plus a A4/3 sketchpad and graphite 2B/3B pencil.
- An up to date materials list will be sent to you nearer the time.
- A free standing easel is recommended and a chair if you prefer sitting to work.
- A limited number of easels are available to loan if requested prior to arrival and still available.
- Tuition, accommodation and all meals during your stay, including an evening meal on day of arrival and breakfast on day of departure.
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Single occupancy in secure room, with own bathroom facilities: £910 per person.
Single occupancy room or shared room (twin or double), but sharing bathroom facilities: £865 per person (minimum booking for two and both must be participating in retreat).
Non-participating partners sharing a course participant's room are welcome: £480 per person (includes meals) . This option is subject to availability.
We welcome non-residential participants on our retreats/courses - please enquire for further details.
*THIS COURSE IS NOW FULLY BOOKED*
The form can either be printed and completed by hand or filled out on your computer (Adobe PDF reader required). If the latter, please make sure you save the PDF once you have added your details and then email this back to us.
RETREAT BOOKING FORM (PDF) - please right click and save to your computer.
If you are travelling to Westcott Barton by car, please refer to our Location page for directions.
We suggest you download what3words and then use Google Maps within the app to provide you with directions to us. Please enter our full address and not just the postcode.
It is possible to pre-book a taxi from Barnstaple station. Please contact either VIP Taxi on 07868 311 773 and speak to Martin, or B-Line Taxis on 01271 322117.
If you are planning to travel by another means of transport please contact us for assistance.