ONLINE (Re-Run) In the Style Of: Beatrix Potter - Wed 9th April 2025 at 2pm

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Included in this ONLINE class:

  • 55 minutes of live ArtTalk with Q&A, followed by 2 hours of live, expert tuition
  • A small & friendly class
  • Unlimited access to watch again until 8 June 2025
  • High quality, downloadable slides & handouts
  • Opportunities to seek personal feedback from your tutor until 8 May 2025
  • Connection with fellow students via our online platform


BOOKING DEADLINE: 26 March at 12pm UK TIME

DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND, THIS IS A REPEAT OF THE CLASS SCHEDULED FOR WED 2 APRIL 

Tutor: Martin Beek & Heather Held
 
Class requirements
  • Join live or just watch the recording
  • Choose to work-along or just watch & learn
  • Suitable for students of all abilities
  • You’ll need a printer for this class if you wish to print the handouts
  • The Q&A session at the end of the talk will not be recorded; please join live if you wish to participate
Class timings (UK time)
  • Wed 9th April
    • 2pm - 2:45pm ArtTalk with Martin Beek
    • 2:45pm - 3pm Q&A session, followed by a short comfort break
    • 3pm - 5pm Live demonstration by Heather Held

Click here for the equipment & materials list

​Class details
Our 'In the Style Of' classes bring together our ever popular ArtTalks with the joy of a traditional class. Join us for an engaging talk with our resident art history expert, Martin Beek, followed by a live demonstration by the super talented Heather Held.  This wonderful collaborative class is inspired by Beatrix Potter's love of nature and is open to students of all abilities.

ArtTalk
Martin will offer an overview of the life of Beatrix Potter, before focusing in on the charm, beauty, and character of the illustrations she is known for.  For many, her books and drawings are synonymous with childhood - an ever present, welcome source of nostalgia in our lives. 

Martin's talk will be illustrated where possible with original photographs and slides. He will also provide a list of helpful books and links to further explore on a PDF following the talk. 

Demonstration
In Heather's class we will delve deeper into the watercolour techniques that Potter used, gleaning tips from her unique illustrative style.  If you have a heart and imagination that continues to be inspired by the whimsy of woodland characters, the charm of clothing from a by-gone era, and the wonders of the natural world, then this class is for you.

We will work on our own, unique and sweet, character design whilst exploring Potter’s talent for drawing and her luminous painting technique. This delightful class is designed to rekindle your appreciation of Beatrix Potter and her love of nature.  ​
 
Specific skills you will learn
  • Designing your own woodland animal
  • Drawing a foliate setting in pen & ink
  • Using watercolours to enhance your illustrations

Additional Information
All Ardington ONLINE classes and talks are accompanied by their own online class information page. Helpful and easy to use, these private pages enable students and tutors to share resources, ideas and photos with each other – before, during, and after class.  The link to access the page will be shared via email in the days leading up to the class.

We suggest that you do not buy any specialist materials more than one week in advance as, occasionally, a class may be cancelled due to low enrolment.​​ For full terms and conditions, please click here.