Further Detail
Maggie will bring a variety of autumn fruits and seeds as inspiration for the course. You will be able to make observational sketches before completing several compositions. Maggie will explain the rules of Chinese composition. The painting will be in freestyle giving vitality and spontaneity.
Skills/Techniques Covered
Learn to load the brush with two or more shades or colours before using a freestyle technique to complete your subject in a few quick strokes.
Level
This course is designed for a range of abilities including beginners
Materials
Materials are not included in your course fee
Please Bring With You
We advise that you do not buy any materials required for a course more than two weeks in advance, because occasionally a course is cancelled due to low enrolment.
Maggie will bring a variety of autumn fruits and seeds as inspiration for the course. You will be able to make observational sketches before completing several compositions. Maggie will explain the rules of Chinese composition. The painting will be in freestyle giving vitality and spontaneity.
Skills/Techniques Covered
Learn to load the brush with two or more shades or colours before using a freestyle technique to complete your subject in a few quick strokes.
Level
This course is designed for a range of abilities including beginners
Materials
Materials are not included in your course fee
Please Bring With You
- Any Chinese painting materials you may have
- Palette
- Soft cloth to cover work surface (eg an old sheet)
- Paint rag or kitchen towel
- Sketch pad and pencils
- Maggie will also bring Chinese painting materials for loan or purchase. A basic set will cost approximately £20
We advise that you do not buy any materials required for a course more than two weeks in advance, because occasionally a course is cancelled due to low enrolment.