Description
A weekend exploring contemporary painting approaches to place and space. We start the weekend exploring the unique local area of Newhaven, sketching scrapyards, the sea, wasteground, the amazing light and reflections, and unexpected nature. Using specific drawing techniques to capture visual information, we then return to the studio to make test paintings, resulting in a resolved piece to finish the weekend. Throughout the weekend we will discuss painting techniques and approaches, visual language and gesture, ideas such as psychogeography, and relevant artists for inspiration and to contextualise our work. Please bring a sketch pad and simple drawing materials. Phone or camera. Paints: acrylic/oil/brushes/other media - all are welcome. We can also provide some paints and brushes, and acrylic medium, linseed, and Zest It.
What's included in the price?
We will provide small primed MDF surfaces for sketch paintings, and will have small canvases for sale. If you want to work big, do bring a large surface, we have space!
Duration
1 weekend
Cancellation policy
Easy - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 2 weeks before the course starts
Maker
A brand new Art School in Newhaven offering contemporary art courses in sculpture, painting, drawing, taught by experienced educators and artists Julian Wild and Alison Hand. Applications now open for a 6 month Resident Artist Programme with studio space and access to workshop facilities and courses. Our ethos is Thinking through Making.
Suitable for
- Adults
- Seniors
- Public transport
- Suitable for beginners
- Intermediate level
- Advanced/pro level
FAQs
Yes! The station is a 10/15 minute walk away, along the marina. Trains come in from London, Brighton, Lewes, etc. Frequent buses also stop at the end of Fort Road which leads to Cement Art School.
There is lots of free parking on Fort Road which is adjacent to the Cement Art School site.
