Service Description

Acrylic paint can do so much more than come straight out of a tube and dry flat. Thin a colour into a translucent glaze, build up layers until the light seems to glow from within, or introduce a gel and discover how dramatically the same paint can behave. We'll get properly acquainted with acrylic mediums: what they do, how they change the way paint looks and feels, and what happens when you start experimenting. We'll explore different ways of applying paint, layering colour, building texture, and making the most of the remarkable versatility of acrylics. Bring your own subject, your curiosity and your questions. This isn't a day of following a set exercise: you'll choose what to paint, and we'll help you explore the techniques that interest you most. Expect to put your favourite brush aside occasionally and try something unexpected, because the tools you use can change a painting just as much as the paint itself. Some experiments will surprise you; others might not quite behave as planned — and that's part of the fun. The aim is to leave with more possibilities at your fingertips and a few new ideas you're itching to try. We will break for 45 minutes to 1 hour for lunch. We are located five minutes walk from Crystal Palace Triangle, a foodie basin with a plethora of cafes and restaurants to choose from. ​ Or, you can bring your lunch and relax at our kitchen table. Coffee, tea and biscuits will be provided throughout the day. Having five students maximum on each workshop guarantees you will receive personalised tuition and feedback tailored to your needs and level. No generic advice and no getting lost in a crowded class. We are all about creating a supportive, relaxed atmosphere. You will work in an artist’s studio, a professional studio environment. You can choose to work on the easel, on the wall, or sitting down with a board. As a bonus, we are on the hill, so you can also enjoy the breath-taking panoramic view of London. Regardless of the particular theme, all our Saturday workshops will help you: * build your technical confidence * move beyond any creative or technical rut you may have found yourself in * sharpen your understanding of your strengths and your way of working * provide a closer look at composition and colour, how to arrive at a compelling painting * develop and explore your creativity and gain momentum * answer your particular questions regarding paints, mediums, and/or professional development