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Introduction to Art
All painting courses will take place outdoors, weather permitting, sketching and painting landscapes, villages and still lives. In light rain we will choose sheltered sites.
Programme
Day 1 Line - Discover the range and emotional power of line. Learn how to create the illusion of space using linear perspective and learn more about the use of pencil, charcoal.
Day 2 Tone - Using charcoal and acrylics we will explore the drama of light and dark. We will also look at creating vibrant textures to enliven your work.
Day 3 Colour - We will look at how tone and colour can create an illusion of distance, and we will explore the potential of pastel.
Day 4 Watercolour - An introduction to the various techniques of watercolour.
Day 5 Composition -
Day 6 How to enliven your work and the use of mixed media
All tuition will be based on the needs of individuals and groups and the outline below is a starting point only. Tuition and courses will remain flexible.
Water colour, Acrylic, Mixed media courses and general painting classes
These 6 day courses form an sound introduction to different media for beginners, and for improvers it is an opportunity to devote time to extending and improving your skills. We will work from the studio, and also paint directly from the countryside and villages. See below for a typical water-colour course timetable. The exact plan will be modified according to the group, time of the year, local events and weather, but this will give you an idea of the plan for the week.
These 6 day courses form an sound introduction to different media for beginners, and for improvers it is an opportunity to devote time to extending and improving your skills. We will work from the studio, and also paint directly from the countryside and villages. See below for a typical water-
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Barbara Walton, Les Trois Chênes, Le Bourg, 87600 Videix, FRANCE +33(0)5 55 48 29 84 info@lestroischenes.com
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Barbara Walton, Les Trois Chênes, Le Bourg, 87600 Videix, FRANCE +33(0)5 55 48 29 84 info@lestroischenes.com
©Web site by B L Walton
Students painting toadstools by Videix lake on a beautiful autumn day. Autumn is a super time to visit the Limousin as we really love our mushrooms and fungus. There are always interesting displays at the Mairies and funghi on sale at the local markets.
Day
Morning 10 – 12 miday
Lunch
Afternoon 2 - 5pm
Dinner
Wet weather alternative
Saturday
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Arrival, welcome
Sunday
Introduction to water colour techniques at LTC
Light lunch at LTC
sketching in the woods
Sketching in Videix Church
Monday
Perspective, drawing buildings
Light lunch at LTC
Visit to Rochechouart Chateau and Centre for Contemporary Art
Tuesday
Visit to the beautiful town of Brantôme
Packed lunch
Sketching in Brantôme or simply enjoying a day off.
Wednesday
Sketching at Piegut Market
Lunch in local restaurant
Painting at the Site de Corot, St Junien, visit to Porcelain factory shop
Sketching at the café by Videix Lake
Thursday
Flower study at Studio
Light lunch at LTC
Painting in garden of Rhiannon Beech, La Serpouillére Charente
Friday
Composition
Light lunch at LTC
Painting at Videix Lake
Visit to sketch at the Roman site Cassinomagus
Saturday
Farewells
Light lunch at LTC if required
PLEASE NOTE: ALL CLASSES CAN BE BOOKED BY THE DAY
What to bring?
Bring yourself! All basic materials will be supplied however, you may wish to bring your own favourite pastels, coloured pencils, watercolours, paints and special watercolour paper. You will also need a medium sized sketchbook and, if you intend to do water colour, a watercolour sketchbook or pad. You can select and bring these yourself or you can purchase them from us.
Bring yourself! All basic materials will be supplied however, you may wish to bring your own favourite pastels, coloured pencils, watercolours, paints and special watercolour paper. You will also need a medium sized sketchbook and, if you intend to do water colour, a watercolour sketchbook or pad. You can select and bring these yourself or you can purchase them from us.
Sketching and Drawing Club Thursday Afternoons
There is nothing more satisfying than sketching and drawing outside, on a lovely day in the French countryside. Using all the various drawing media, we will work on accuracy, vibrancy, perspective and expression. Suitable for all levels. 10 euros per session.
There is nothing more satisfying than sketching and drawing outside, on a lovely day in the French countryside. Using all the various drawing media, we will work on accuracy, vibrancy, perspective and expression. Suitable for all levels. 10 euros per session.