Every
so often over the past 10 years or so I have been involved in projects
where groups of artists work alongside each other in studio
and field settings - anywhere from Cambridge Open Studio weekends
in
UK, to ANF
projects in Alaska,
Ecuador or Peru.
Each experience has been unique
presenting many different and creatively beneficial opportunities
to a wide range of artistic talent - from dedicated professional
artists to enthusiastic amateur painters.
With
that in mind - and because I am asked every so often whether I run
courses, give art demonstrations, or take classes - it seemd that there should be occasions when leisure painters,
keen amateur and even
professional artists could get together to
explore the natural world through art, sharing their interests,
their skills and their enthusiasm
in an informal, relaxed 'holiday' setting.
But joining in would be optional with always plenty
for non-painting partners to enjoy
.
The result is Atelier Natura, a part-mix of
masterclasses, workshops, and individual tutoring for anyone wanting to brush-up
on or learn new field painting skills; or for someone who might
want to try basic printmaking, oil or watercolour painting, still-life
drawing, or field sketching.
As well as relaxation and enjoyment, the aim is for each participant to leave with a better
knowledge of, and practice in, making
art - perhaps having learned how to handle a new medium, or tried
looking at nature in a slightly different way.
But leave also having refreshed their own
enthusiasm for creating art, and gained a little in confidence too. And also leave having enjoyed fine food
and shared great company in
the most wonderfully inspirational settings. I hope you can join in.
(Right, top and bottom): drawing at sea aboard MV Chalice.
(Right, centre: painting and printmaking, Jane Neville Gallery in France.
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