Workshops
Workshops are run by resident artists and internationally renowned artists. These are held regularly at East Devon Art Academy, Old Fore Street, Sidmouth EX10 8LS.
During the Summer School, which runs in July and August, workshops and short courses will be held Monday - Saturday.
There is plenty of local accommodation in Sidmouth. Please see our accommodation page. For a full list of hotels and guest houses, please contact us.
En plein air workshops benefit from our beautiful coastline, just three minutes' walk from the studio.
Studio-based workshops are held in our light and spacious studio. The space is well equipped with studio easels, drawing boards etc.
Below is our current list of forthcoming 2025 and 2026 workshops at EDAA.
Please contact us if you would like further details or to book.
If a workshop is marked as full, it is always worth contacting us in case a place becomes available.
Please bring your own paints, paper, canvasesand brushes, unless these are provided in that particular workshop.
Materials can be purchased at the art shop opposite us. South West Art Materials.
Easles, drawing boards plus other studio items such as palettes, water pots etc. will be provided.
Workshops run 10am to 4pm each day, unless stated otherwise.
WORKSHOPS 2025
Maria Rose ROI.
Painting the Coast in Oils.
En plein air.
1st & 2nd September 2025.
Maria will be leading a two day ‘plein air’ painting workshop, capturing the beauty of the East Devon coast, in a fresh and immediate way. Throughout the two days, you will learn the principles of ‘plein air’ painting, working outdoors from life. You will gain confidence to paint more freely within a shorter space of time, respond quickly, yet accurately, improve your colour mixing and application of oil paint.
You will also gain confidence in reacting more instinctively to create lively and fresh coastal paintings responding directly to nature.
This course will be best suited to those with some experience of oil painting looking to gain confidence in working outside.
£160.
www.mariarose.co.uk
1 place left.
Hashim Akib
Painting Coastal Scenes in Acrylic
20th & 21st September 2025
In this course you will discover how to tackle coastal scenes in acrylics. Using thick acrylic paint and large flat head brushes we will go through drawing, applying paint with ideas on composition, colour and tone.
There will be short practical demonstrations both in the morning and afternoon with plenty of one-to-one teaching in between.
Bring along your own reference material or use a couple from resources provided.
This course is suitable for both beginners and more advanced.
£190.
Please see his website for examples of his work. www.hashimakib.co.uk FULL.
Catherine Osbond. Drawing for Beginners.
8th, 22nd October & 12th November 2025.
A series of three half-day workshops where you will be introduced to traditional drawing techniques.
You will learn about the use of line, tone, texture and how to create form.
Various pencil techniques will be shown.
The use of different pencils and other drawing materials will be covered.
£75 for all three half-day workshops. Materials included.
1 place left
Catherine Osbond
Life Drawing and Painting
in Mixed Media.
3rd September.
Optional second day on the 4th September.
An experimental and informative one day course designed for those who wish to develop their life drawing alongside experimenting with a wide variety of materials and techniques.
During this workshop students will be given guidance in developing their figure drawing/paintings, including, use of composition, line, measuring techniques, developing awareness of visual space, use of tone, edges, contrast and colour.
In addition, students will be shown how to produce mixed media surfaces to draw/paint on, and various ways to develop drawing and paintings with a mixed media approach.
Various techniques will be explored, combining media such as watercolour, pastel, conté, acrylic, gouache, inks, oils, collage and other materials.
Various types of line work, brushwork, rags, cling film, gesso, collage materials, etc. will be explored to create different textures and mark making.
Demonstrations of different techniques will be given. Individual tuition will also be given.
The focus of the course is on exploration, so students are encouraged to try out their own ideas.
£85 to include a professional Life model and all materials.
There will be an optional second day on the 4th September where you will have an additional opportunity to draw and paint from the Life model.
Materials will be included but no tuition.
The cost of this second day would be an extra £40.
www.catherineosbond.co.uk
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This workshop will be repeated in 2026.
Catherine Osbond.
Watercolour for Beginners/Improvers.
10th October 2025.
Learn the fundamentals of watercolour painting in this one day workshop.
Various washes, brush techniques, texural techniques, use of tone and colour will all be covered.
Materials supplied.
£60.
www.catherineosbond.co.uk
1 place left.
Hester Berry
Landscape in Oils.
2nd and 3rd October 2025.
Learn from this well-known and popular artist.
The workshop is suitable for all levels.
Topics covered include, sketchbook use, tonal observation and studies, colour mixing and ways to apply oil paint using a variety of marks to create movement and expression.
£195.
1 place left.
Peter James
Bookbinding
11th & 12th October 2025.
In this 2-day workshop, we will be learning the tools and techniques required to create a pamphlet stitch notebook and a hard cover sketchbook/journal with a decorative cover. Once these skills have been practiced, it can open up a multitude of projects.
This workshop will cover:
- The tools used for creating books
- Create a unique, abstract cover sheet.
- Make a pamphlet stitch notebook.
- Prepare paper into folded sections and introducing a technique to create a rustic torn edge.
- Sew sections to create a book block.
- Reinforce the spine using glue and mull.
- Construct case and spine with grey board, book cloth and coversheet.
- Assemble book block and case/spine to complete the sketch book/journal.
No experience is required.
All materials will be provided.
£140 for the two days.
www.pjamescreative.co.uk
Catherine Osbond.
Acrylics for Beginners and Improvers.
16th October.
A one-day workshop where you will be introduced to acrylic painting. You will learn various ways to apply paint, including impasto and glazing techniques.
Brush work and palette knife work will be covered. The stages of building a painting up and simple colour mixing will also be covered.
A good introduction if you are new to acrylics or need more guidance before joining another workshop later in the year.
Materials provided. £60.
Peter James.
Art with Symmetry 17th October 2025.
In this one- day workshop we will be exploring artwork that uses symmetry to create an eye catching, symmetrical works of art.
Morning
- Show examples of different approaches to symmetrical artworks including; Mandalas, sacred geometry, Celtic knot work and repeat pattern.
- Demonstrate a freehand approach to creating a mandala.
- Demonstrate the use of a compass and start with the flower of life motif.
- Celtic knot artwork – Demonstrate how to start a Celtic knot artwork and how to make elements overlap each other with tone and shadow.
- Art media – Discuss the use of Graphite, Coloured pencils, ink, watercolours and brush pens.
- Discuss colour choice and the use of complementary colours.
Afternoon
- Work on the final piece of artwork using the techniques practiced in the morning session. £70. Materials supplied. www.peterjamescreative.co.uk
James Tatum SWAc.
The Landscape as Power and Emotion. 18th & 19th October 2025.
This workshop is designed to show students how to use a 3-step process to produce more powerful, exciting and coherent landscape paintings.
Learn how to use the basic tools of structure, composition, space, tone and colour. £140.
Catherine Osbond.
Stormy Seas in Acrylics and/or Oils.
23rd October 2025.
A one-day workshop where you will be shown various techniques to portray wild stormy seas and skies.
Learn how to portray energy and feeling into your painting.
You will learn various ways to apply paint, including impasto and glazing techniques.
Brush work and palette knife work will be covered.
You can work in either acrylic or oil paint, or both. Demonstrations will be shown using acrylics first with oil over.
All materials provided. £60.
John Hoar.
Watercolour
Fast and Free.
7th November 2025.
A chance to learn from this highly acclaimed internationally renowned watercolour artist.
Watercolour in the morning.
Ink and wash in the afternoon.
John produces loose, impressionistic style paintings in watercolour.
During this day John will show you ways of using pure watercolour to achieve ‘fast and free’ watercolours.
He will also show you ways of using pen, ink and wash.
It is bound to be an exciting day!
John will provide demonstrations of his style along with one-to-one tuition.
The day will be open all levels of experience, but those with some experience of watercolour or other mediums will probably gain more from it.
John Hoar is one of Britain’s best-known watercolourists who has had over 50 one man shows in England and Ireland. His latest was in China in 2016, when he was invited to represent Britain at the 2nd Qindao International Watercolour Salon.
His work is represented in London by the Llewellyn-Alexander Gallery and in Devon by the Lantic Gallery, Tiverton.
John is well-known for his instructional DVDs – five of which have been produced by Town House Films – which aim to teach aspiring artists how to paint simple and vibrant watercolours. He is an inspiring teacher, much in demand, who directs several residential courses both in Ireland and the UK and holds regular workshops at his home in South Molton, Devon.
Catherine Osbond.
Expressive Portraits in Oils.
13th & 14th November.
Learn how to create accurate and expressive portraits.
Day 1 will concentrate on using oil paint as glazes and stains to create a glow in portraiture.
Day 2 will be looking at more traditional ways of using oil paint for portraits.
Use of colour, creating form and use of brushwork will be covered.
Designed for those with some experience who wish to develop their skills.
Demonstrations and individual tuition will be given.
£120 for two days.
Melissa Wishart.
Loosening up with Oils or Acrylics.
20th and 21st November 2025.
Are you enjoying your painting with acrylic or oil but want to try ‘loosening up’ a bit and see what happens? These two days we will spend exploring mark making, ways of using different tools, composition, thickness of paint and colour palettes, the use of line and shape.
We will use the sea and landscape as our starting points. Bring own references or those supplied.
The two days will be guided and the spirit of experimentation embraced. There will be plenty of time for one on one and regular feedback and encouragement from the tutor.
£160.
www.melissawishart.com
Jake Winkle.
Portraits in Watercolour.
26th November 2025.
Learn how to paint in watercolour with this
well-known and popular artist.
Jake Winkle is a British watercolour artist, based in Dorset, an area that features in his work, and where he regularly runs painting masterclasses. Jake’s art concentrates on dramatic animal watercolours, in a distinctive signature style. His work is inspired by the light and movement of the world around him, and contains a passion and energy that you can’t take your eyes away from. His work is bold, using water and white space to add a translucent quality. Jake Winkle is known for horse racing watercolours as well as his wildlife work. He’s received commendations for numerous awards, including the Daily Mail’s ‘Not the Turner Prize’ in 2004, where he was a finalist. He has completed commissions for The National Trust. He has also made instructional DVD’s and a book, helping aspiring artists to improve their craft. Jake Winkle has released a number of limited edition prints that focus on capturing the speed and grace of different animals. They are framed, mounted and ready for you to enjoy. On his inspiration, Jake said. ‘I’m inspired by shape, colour, mark-making and movement. I like wildlife because it allows me to explore all of these qualities.’
£80 per day.
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Jake Winkle.
Animals in Movement. Watercolour.
27th November 2025.
Learn how to paint in watercolour with this
well-known and popular artist.
Jake Winkle is a British watercolour artist, based in Dorset, an area that features in his work, and where he regularly runs painting masterclasses. Jake’s art concentrates on dramatic animal watercolours, in a distinctive signature style. His work is inspired by the light and movement of the world around him, and contains a passion and energy that you can’t take your eyes away from. His work is bold, using water and white space to add a translucent quality. Jake Winkle is known for horse racing watercolours as well as his wildlife work. He’s received commendations for numerous awards, including the Daily Mail’s ‘Not the Turner Prize’ in 2004, where he was a finalist. He has completed commissions for The National Trust. He has also made instructional DVD’s and a book, helping aspiring artists to improve their craft. Jake Winkle has released a number of limited edition prints that focus on capturing the speed and grace of different animals. They are framed, mounted and ready for you to enjoy. On his inspiration, Jake said. ‘I’m inspired by shape, colour, mark-making and movement. I like wildlife because it allows me to explore all of these qualities.’
£80 per day.
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Jake Winkle.
Garden Critters in Watercolour.
28th November 2025.
Learn how to paint in watercolour with this
well-known and popular artist.
Jake Winkle is a British watercolour artist, based in Dorset, an area that features in his work, and where he regularly runs painting masterclasses. Jake’s art concentrates on dramatic animal watercolours, in a distinctive signature style. His work is inspired by the light and movement of the world around him, and contains a passion and energy that you can’t take your eyes away from. His work is bold, using water and white space to add a translucent quality. Jake Winkle is known for horse racing watercolours as well as his wildlife work. He’s received commendations for numerous awards, including the Daily Mail’s ‘Not the Turner Prize’ in 2004, where he was a finalist. He has completed commissions for The National Trust. He has also made instructional DVD’s and a book, helping aspiring artists to improve their craft. Jake Winkle has released a number of limited edition prints that focus on capturing the speed and grace of different animals. They are framed, mounted and ready for you to enjoy. On his inspiration, Jake said. ‘I’m inspired by shape, colour, mark-making and movement. I like wildlife because it allows me to explore all of these qualities.’
£80 per day.
2 places left.
Catherine Osbond.
Drawing the Human Form.
Autumn 2025.
A one-day course where you will learn the basics of capturing the human form.
Use of shape, negative shape, line, tone will all be covered.
The cost of a professional Life model is included.
£85.
www.catherineosbond.co.uk
Catherine Osbond.
Drawing for Beginners.
21st January, 4th February & 4th March 2026.
Three half days.
A series of three half-day workshops where you will be introduced to traditional drawing techniques. You will learn about the use of line, tone, texture and how to create form.
Various pencil techniques will be shown.
The use of different pencils and other drawing materials will be covered.
£75 for all three half-day workshops.
Catherine Osbond.
Exploring Watercolour and Inks. Landscape.
22nd January 2026.
A one-day workshop where you will be introduced to combining watercolour and inks.
A day of exploring exciting ways to combine these two mediums in a wide variety of ways. Ink will be in different forms, including bottled inks, ink pens, and Inktense pencils.
The addition of other mediums such as gouache and oil pastels will also be used, to create interesting textures.
The emphasis will be on landscape painting, but the techniques can be applied to other subjects such as still life and flower painting.
£60.
All materials provided.
Catherine Osbond.
Exploring Watercolour and Inks. Flowers.
5th February 2026.
A one-day workshop where you will be introduced to combining watercolour and inks.
A day of exploring exciting ways to combine these two mediums in a wide variety of ways. Ink will be in different forms, including bottled inks, ink pens, and Inktense pencils.
The addition of other mediums such as gouache and oil pastels will also be used, to create interesting textures.
The emphasis will be on flower painting, but the techniques can be applied to other subjects such as still life and flower painting.
£60.
All materials provided.
Catherine Osbond.
Exploring Charcoal, Inks and Pastel.
22nd January 2025.
A one-day workshop where you will be introduced to combining watercolour and inks.
A day of exploring exciting ways to combine these two mediums in a wide variety of ways. Ink will be in different forms, including bottled inks, ink pens, and Inktense pencils.
The addition of other mediums such as gouache and oil pastels will also be used, to create interesting textures.
The emphasis will be on landscape painting and figures, but the techniques can be applied to other subjects such as still life, and flower painting.
£60.
All materials provided.
12th February 2026.
£60
Paula Dunn.
Atmospheric Landscapes. Spring 2026.
Exploring oils and cold wax
In this experimental 2-day course you will be guided step by step on the methods for building layers of texture, patterns, marks, and colour to form rich, complex foundations to your paintings. We will focus on mark making with drawing materials and explore different ways to create textures, patterns and lines using a variety of tools and solvent reduction techniques.
The workshop will include information about techniques, as well as demonstrations and plenty of time for practice.
- Introduction to using cold wax medium with oils
- Introduction to the tools
- Working wet-on-wet
- Using transparent and opaque colours to create depth and atmosphere.
- Creating textures and lines using a variety of tools and techniques
- Incorporating pigments and loose powders such as marble dust into your work
- Incorporating pigment sticks and oil bars and other drawing mediums
- Blending techniques
- Building layers of texture and patterns
- Solvent reduction techniques
What is cold wax?
Cold wax is a thick buttery medium which when added to your oils will thicken up your paint and speeds up the drying process. It enables you to be more playful and experimental with your painting, whether you like to create thick textural work, wish to embed collage, found objects, or pigments, or like to create depth and atmosphere through the layering of colour.
Is this the right course for me?
This is a standalone workshop so there is no need to have attended any previous workshops. Whether you are a professional artist or haven’t picked up a paint brush since school, absolutely no experience of painting or of working in oils needed. Just come prepared to have fun and to experiment.
£200.
www.pauladunnartist.com
Catherine Osbond.
Landscapes in Oils.
Aimed at Beginners and Improvers.
27th February 2026.
A one-day workshop where you will be introduced to oil painting. You will learn various ways to apply paint, including impasto and glazing techniques.
Brush work and palette knife work will be covered. The stages of building a painting up and simple colour mixing will also be covered.
A good introduction if you are new to oils or need more guidance before joining another workshop later in the year.
Materials provided. £60.
Catherine Osbond.
Painting Small Figures in Landscape.
12th March 2026.
Have you ever wanted to put small figures into landscape but don’t know how to?
Well here is your chance to learn.
Landscapes often are improved with the addition of a small figure or group of figures. This can give a painting focus, add interest or create a story in the painting.
Learn how to paint believable figures and how to integrate these figures into a painting in a natural way.
£60 for the day.
James Tatum SWAc.
The Landscape as Power and Emotion. 14th & 15th March 2026.
This two-day workshop is designed to show students how to use a 3-step process of making paintings to produce more powerful, exciting and coherent
landscape paintings. You will learn how to use the basic tools of structure, composition, space, tone and colour.
This workshop will be a mix of en plein air studies (when weather allows) where James will show you how to collect the information that you need in order to make paintings that will have more emotional content.
Studio work will then include how to simplify the studies you have made and how emphasize the mood and atmosphere of your experience in the landscape. Work will be guided towards finished paintings. You will then be shown how to use the studies that you have produced for you to make your own, authentic and personal response to the landscape.
Please see James’ website for examples of his work.
£140.
Chris Forsey RI. Expressive Mixed Media Landscapes.
17th to 19th March 2026.
A chance to learn from this well-known artist. Create expressive landscapes in water-based media on this three-day workshop.
During this course Chris will give several short demos of techniques. The development of paintings from start to finish will be shown. He will then give advice and guidance as you progress with your work.
£220. www.chrisforsey.com
John Hoar.
Watercolour Fast and Free. 20th March 2026.
A chance to learn from this well-known artist. John produces loose, impressionistic style paintings in watercolour.
During this day John will show you ways of using pure watercolour to achieve ‘fast and free’ watercolours.
He will also show you ways of using pen, ink and wash.
It is bound to be an exciting day!
John will provide demonstrations of his style along with one-to-one tuition.
The day will be open all levels of experience, but those with some experience of watercolour or other mediums will probably gain more from it.
John Hoar is one of Britain’s best-known watercolourists who has had over 50 one man shows in England and Ireland. His latest was in China in 2016, when he was invited to represent Britain at the 2nd Qindao International Watercolour Salon.
His work is represented in London by the Llewellyn-Alexander Gallery and in Devon by the Lantic Gallery, Tiverton.
John is well-known for his instructional DVDs – five of which have been produced by Town House Films – which aim to teach aspiring artists how to paint simple and vibrant watercolours. He is an inspiring teacher, much in demand, who directs several residential courses both in Ireland and the UK and holds regular workshops at his home in South Molton, Devon.
Watercolour in the morning.
Ink and wash in the afternoon. £80.
David Webb.
Sketching and Painting in Watercolour.
22nd to 24th April 2026.
A three-day course of sketching onsite and painting in the studio. Emphasis will be given to creating tonal sketches outdoors with a view to working them up into more finished watercolour paintings in the studio.
The workshop will also include composition, brush techniques, colour mixing with a limited palette, use of shape and tone, simplifying detail, how to build a painting in transparent washes.
This course would suit beginners and improvers and will include demonstrations. £220.
Catherine Osbond.
Painting Expressive Figures.
30th April and 1st May 2026.
Learn how to paint expressive figures. Looking at form, shape, line, tone and colour.
How to unify colours. How to link the forms of two or more figures in a believable way.
How to create backgrounds that unify and complete the painting.
You can work in the medium of your choice.
£120 for two days.
Richard Suckling
Mixing it up with Pastels.
6th to 8th May 2026.
A three-day course exploring ways of incorporating mixed media with soft pastels. Demonstrating how mediums such as acrylic inks and gouache can very successfully be used in conjunction with pastel.
The course will be full of tricks, tips and practical advice to inspire students to try and mix things up a bit.
With demonstrations to break down the processes involved and a clear and approachable method which can lead to the creation of dynamic, loose and contemporary paintings.
As ever, with Richard, pastels will feature strongly in this course but there will also be much of interest for painters who are interested in mixed media practices and looking to loosen up their style. £220.
Steve Hall.
Pastel Landscapes
13th to 15th May 2026.
I am delighted to add this new medium to my programme of courses. Following many years painting in watercolour, I now also paint in pastel and enjoy the vibrancy that this exciting new medium has to offer. I exhibit my work at the Bradford Gallery (www.bradfordgallery.co.uk) and, in addition, I am an Associate Artist for Unison Colour and have produced four pastel articles for the Artist magazine.
During this three day studio based course we will examine pastel application techniques, painting surfaces and complete a number of landscape paintings from photographic or sketch reference. The course is suitable for all levels and people wanting to try the medium for the first time are welcome as well as more experienced painters.
Following a half day introduction of materials and techniques we will get straight down to picture making and this will commence with a ‘paint along’ exercise followed by individual work. At the end of the three days it is intended that course members will be able to take away ideas and practices that will aid their progress with this medium.
£220 for three days.
www.stevehallart.co.uk
Jon Mulvaney
Landscapes in Acrylics.
21st - 23rd May 2026
The course would be themed around, acrylic landscape from sketch book ideas to resolved painting.
It would involve talks, demonstrations and tutorials centred around getting expression and emotion into landscape painting.
£220 for three days.
www.instagram.com@mulvaneyjonathan
Steve Hall. Watercolour Landscapes. 3rd to 5th June 2026.
Learn from this popular and well-known watercolour artist. With a mixture of demonstrations, en plein air and studio work, Steve will guide you through the completion of two paintings per day.
'Explore all that is good about fresh watercolour. It is to embark on a journey that is unending and at times full of frustration and pitfalls yet, for the determined traveller, one that can be so rewarding.'
£220 for three days.
Melissa Wishart
PAINTING THE SEA.
Water, Waves and Light. Oils or Acrylic.
11th & 12th June 2026.
Exploring the sea in different moods using techniques to capture the nature of light and water.
We will have a lot of fun using different tools such as large brushes, rags, palette knife and will introduce you to the catalyst silicon wedge which is quite liberating!
The enriching world of building up layers, mark making, texture and how you put the paint on are explored.
Topics covered include palette and colour mixing.
Melissa Wishart is a professional painter, working mainly in oils and acrylics. Her approach is fairly loose and her method explorative. She has regular solo exhibitions and has exhibited with the Royal Society of Marine Artists in the Mall Galleries.
Born in Bermuda, she has always had a great love for the sea, feeling the energy and movement of the sea and air are key and as a painter, she aims to keep that freshness in her work.
Melissa enjoys encouraging and stimulating other peoples’ artistic interests and enthusiasm.
Melissa is renowned for her expressive seascapes.
£160.
www.melissawishart.com
Paul Bailey
Semi-Abstract Landscape and Seascape in Acrylics.
20th and 21st June 2026.
Paul's goal is to inspire and encourage students.
With a mixure of demonstrations and individual tuition, Paul will guide participants through their paintings.
Paul's demonstration will outline his approach to composition, how he selects his palette and the use of various techniques.
During the workshop Paul will focus and expand on some techniques, and introduce more ideas where necessary.
He will do this with short demonstrations.
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A couple of his acrylic techniques, which are of interest, is the use of masking and layers.
£180 for two days.
paulbaileyart.co.uk
Julie Dunster.
En plein air Painting in Oils.
27th & 28th June 2026.
Take it outside! So many famous painters, like Monet, Sorolla, and Sargeant all painted
outdoors, from life as an essential part of their painting practice. With good reason!
It is challenging to paint from life in an ever-changing landscape, rather than from static photographs, but undoubtedly it is the best way to capture accurate colour and tonal relationships,
recognise edge differences, depict atmospheric perspective in action and find subjects you may not even have thought to paint.
Additionally painting “en plein air” is exhilarating, sometimes exhausting, and often emotive, but always memorable and mindful. It often
leads to looser paintings and a greater understanding of the art of simplification. If you are ready for this challenge this course may be for you!
With tips and strategies to help you leapfrog many of the difficulties of plein air painting, this structured 2 day course with professional artist and tutor Julie Dunster, is for artists
who are comfortable working with oils in the studio and want to take their early steps in painting outdoors, in the inspiring scenic town of Sidmouth.
A reasonable level of fitness is necessary for this workshop.
In the event of absolutely atrocious weather we will work on fundamentals of plein air or work from life in the warm and cosy studio. But be prepared as we won't be deterred by most weather and
September is usually lovely!
Julie Dunster is a professional artist who regularly exhibits with many of the major esteemed societies at the Mall Galleries in London, including the Royal Society Marine Artists. A former winner of the Great Broadway Paint Off plein air competition, she is also an Education and Psychology graduate with extensive education experience.
This award-winning South West Academician works in oils: much of her work is painted directly from life and inspired by the light. While she loves to paint coastal scenes, she has had a range of marine, landscape, floral, and portrait paintings selected to exhibit at The Mall galleries, London alongside prestigious art societies such as the Royal Society of Marine Artists, Royal Institute of Oil Painters and New English Art Club to name just a few.
She is represented by galleries in the UK, although her work can be found in private collections worldwide. She also writes for Art publications like The Artist and Leisure Painter.
Julie is renowned for her expressive seascapes and landscapes.
Cost £160 for two days.
Melissa Wishart.
The Landscape.
Working towards Semi -Abstraction.
2nd & 3rd July 2026.
Using acrylics and water-based mediums, a chance to explore composition, colour and palette mixing. Mark making, textures and the use of various tools will also be explored.
Using landscape references gleaned over the summer, we will delve deeper into the nature of landscapes by liberating ourselves from adhering to the strictly topographical to explore the meaning of landscape to us and the fundamental nature of our mediums. We will engage with the landscape in a way that will speak to our internal landscape and sense of well-being.
Through a guided process we will build from the geology, the responses of all our senses at the landscape site, the weather, the light and the human impact we perceive on the landscape past and present. Then, through a step-by-step guided process on day one we will establish compositions through different exercises and determine the palette. Then we will get 'in the zone' and paint, allowing happy accidents, use of different tools and layering. We aim to do a couple of paintings over the two days and several drawing and painting exercises to build up skills useful in semi-abstraction.
£160.
Richard Suckling.
'Expressive Landscape and Seascape Painting in Soft Pastel.'
8th, 9th and 10th July 2026.
In this three-day workshop we will create bold contemporary paintings using soft pastels of both landscapes and seascapes.
Working from both small sketches and photographs we will cover composition, drawing, tone, colour and mark making.
Our aim will be to push the interpretation of the subject matter to create an expressive and personal finished painting.
We will use the various techniques available to the pastel artist and look at how versatile this wonderful medium can be for artists both in the studio and on location.
£220 for the three days.
www.richardsuckling.co.uk
Roger Dellar ROI.
Plein Air Painting in Oils.
11th to 13th July 2026
Paint landscapes in oils with this acclaimed artist.
Roger Dellar is an internationally renowned figurative artist who works in oils, pastels, mixed media, acrylics and water based media. His interest in observing people in their environments has influenced him to record and interpret them, capturing light effects.
This workshop will concentrate on working en-plein air in oils. Part of the first day will be in the studio where there will be ample opportunity for Roger to teach you painting skills. The remaining time will be painting en situ unless weather precludes.
Each day will start with a short demonstration. Pointers will be given on selecting a scene, how to compose it within a rectangle or square format, pointing out reasons practical and personal.
Colour mixing and paint handling will be dealt with as well as the importance of good brushwork and keeping a painterly quality.
Students will paint their own scenes with assistance and advice where needed. Each day will end with a short critique/ display and advice.
£220 for three days.
Slawa Prischedko.
16th and 17th July 2026.
The Light and Silence of the Coast
Painting by the sea is not only about nature — it’s about the state of mind.
In this workshop, we will learn to see silence and light, explore spatial depth, composition,
and the emotional power of proportions.
A journey into calmness, space, and artistic clarity.
£290 for two days.
Viktoria Prischedko.
18th and 19th July 2026.
FLOWING LANDSCAPES IN WATERCOLOUR.
CITY SCAPES.
A wonderful opportunity to learn from this inspirational and internationally renowned watercolour artist.
Each day Viktoria will lead students through how to plan and compose a painting, looking at shape, form, tone and colour. She will then demonstrate a painting from beginning to end.
She will then guide each student through their own paintings.
Prepare to be inspired!
The Magic of Colour Flow in Watercolor
Watercolour painting thrives on the interplay of colours.
Flowing gradients, the movement of pigments, harmonies, and contrasts bring forms to life and give the paintings emotional depth.
In this workshop, we will explore how colour creates perspective,
opens up space, and powerfully brings artistic ideas to life.
The course invites participants to experiment with the free flow of colour and demonstrates how striking compositions can
emerge through the deliberate use of colour.
THEME: Flowing Watercolour Technique "Wet-on-Wet"
The wet-on-wet watercolour technique is characterized by its spontaneous and flowing nature, allowing for the creation of atmospheric expressions. By balancing large, abstracted areas with vibrant details, this method captures moods in an emotional and compelling way.
The spontaneity of flowing watercolour stimulates creativity, enables intense colour gradations, and emphasizes minimalist thinking. By focusing on the essentials, subjects become expressive and impactful.
This workshop focuses on refining watercolour techniques and opens up new avenues for creative expression.
For examples of Viktoria’s work please go to:
www.instagram.com/viktoriaprischedko
Also look at pinterest: vikoria prischedko
Cost £290 for the two days.
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Viktoria Prischedko.
20th and 21st July 2026.
FLOWING LANDSCAPES IN WATERCOLOUR.
Flower Fields.
A wonderful opportunity to learn from this inspirational and internationally renowned watercolour artist.
Each day Viktoria will lead students through how to plan and compose a painting, looking at shape, form, tone and colour. She will then demonstrate a painting from beginning to end.
She will then guide each student through their own paintings.
Prepare to be inspired!
The Magic of Colour Flow in Watercolor
Watercolour painting thrives on the interplay of colours.
Flowing gradients, the movement of pigments, harmonies, and contrasts bring forms to life and give the paintings emotional depth.
In this workshop, we will explore how colour creates perspective,
opens up space, and powerfully brings artistic ideas to life.
The course invites participants to experiment with the free flow of colour and demonstrates how striking compositions can
emerge through the deliberate use of colour.
THEME: Flowing Watercolour Technique "Wet-on-Wet"
The wet-on-wet watercolour technique is characterized by its spontaneous and flowing nature, allowing for the creation of atmospheric expressions. By balancing large, abstracted areas with vibrant details, this method captures moods in an emotional and compelling way.
The spontaneity of flowing watercolour stimulates creativity, enables intense colour gradations, and emphasizes minimalist thinking. By focusing on the essentials, subjects become expressive and impactful.
This workshop focuses on refining watercolour techniques and opens up new avenues for creative expression.
For examples of Viktoria’s work please go to:
www.instagram.com/viktoriaprischedko
Also look at pinterest: vikoria prischedko
Cost £290 for the two days.
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Chris Forsey
RI.
Expressive Mixed Media Landscapes.
28th to 30th July 2026.
A chance to learn from this well-known artist. Create expressive landscapes in water-based media on this three-day workshop.
During this course Chris will give several short demos of techniques. The development of paintings from start to finish will be shown. He will then give advice and guidance as you progress with your work.
£220.
Catherine Osbond.
Painting Flowers in Acrylics or Oils.
Summer 2026.
A one-day workshop where you will learn how to paint flowers loosely in acrylics or oils.
We shall look at composition, form, colour and tone.
Various brush techniques, use of both glazes and impasto work will all be covered.
Materials supplied.
£60.
www.catherineosbond.co.uk
Catherine Osbond.
Exploring Watercolour and Inks
Summer 2026.
A one-day workshop where you will be introduced to combining watercolour and inks.
A day of exploring exciting ways to combine these two mediums in a wide variety of ways. Ink will be in different forms, including bottled inks, ink pens, and Inktense pencils.
The addition of other mediums such as gouache and oil pastels will also be used, to create interesting textures.
The emphasis will be on landscape painting, but the techniques can be applied to other subjects such as still life and flower painting.
£60.
All materials provided.
Catherine Osbond. Pen and Wash techniques.
Dates TBA.
Learn various techniques using pen, ink and wash. You will learn a variety of techniques to use with sketching and drawing landscapes.
Traditional and exploratory techniques covered.
£60 for a one day workshop.
www.catherineosbond.co.uk
Catherine Osbond.
Abstraction of the Human Form. Date TBA.
In this workshop we shall be looking at ways to create abstraction of figures. We shall study ways of simplifying images into a series of shapes that still suggest the form.
Some knowledge of figure drawing or painting would be useful.
Not suitable for beginners.
Work will be from photos.
£120 for two days.
www.catherineosbond.co.uk
We have many more exciting workshops to come in 2026.
If you would like to be notified of these, please contact us.
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