Create a painting capturing the bright and bustling character of these popular feathered friends as they nestle amongst the autumnal teasels.
Focus on translucent and radiant qualities of the magical medium of watercolour and the effectiveness of loose and lively brushwork to give your artwork an expressive edge and lustrous colours.
You will learn how to gain warm colours that glow, rather than drab, muddy browns and give your paintings a real lift. From Drab to Fab!
Nicky will demo the stages of a painting and watercolour techniques which you will then use to create your own painting in a vibrant and loose watercolour style.
She will give demos and one to one guidance and support to help your painting skills progress and loosen up your style to achieve lively lucid paintings..
You can transfer the tips, tricks and knowledge Nicky offers to many subject matters in watercolour.
What you need to bring
Old Cloths or an Apron
Pencil & rubber
Watercolour paint (any brand, but try to avoid academy or student quality)
Watercolour brushes – various sizes (round point medium and large are preferred)
Palate, kitchen roll and small spray bottle (if you have one)
Spare pieces of paper to test colours and do experiments
What is included
Paper and board ready prepared
Water-pots and other materials, including masking fluid, are available to loan
Inspiration and reference material, such as photos and fresh or silk flowers
Who is the course for
Mixed level - although some experience, even if just a little, is helpful as the tutor covers lots of technique but does not cover very basic knowledge during a general workshop. It would not be appropriate for an absolute beginner.
Contact tutor direct for beginner options.
Cost
£49 per person.
Booking
Booking is via the tutor, email nickyred@gmail.com or call. 07899 942944. Advanced payment by cheque or bank transfer is required to confirm the booking. Please note: the booking is non-transferable or refundable once payment is made. Places are limited to 13, so we recommend you book early to avoid disappointment.
About the tutor
Nicky Hunter is a professional water colour artist and tutor specialising in painting florals, but inspired by many other colourful and light filled subjects too.
Nicky teaches regular watercolour workshops in the Buckinghamshire & Northamptonshire area, with a regular following of students who love to learn how to paint florals, birds and other beautiful things from nature. Nicky guest tutorials at other prestigious art schools and art groups around the country .
Nicky teaches many styles, but the loose and lively watercolour style appeals the most to herself and her students. Her teaching style is enthusiastic and generous and you are sure to enjoy and develop your techniques working with her, whether you wish to build on some basic experience and refine your painting skills or liberate them and become freer and more expressive with your watercolour painting.
Nicky’s love for painting in watercolour and her illustration skills, have developed over 20 years designing printed patterns for textiles for the UK and international fashion and interiors market before she returned to her fine art roots in more recent years.
For more information about Nicky Hunter, check out her Facebook page (Nicky Hunter Watercolour Painting) or her website www.nickyhunterart.com.