AW7: Advancing in Watercolour
Tuesdays, 10.30am - 12.30pm starting from 07 July 2026
Available spots
COURSE/WORKSHOP DESCRIPTION
This 5 week course is for the more experienced watercolour painter who wishes to progress their practice gaining confidence and discovering their own style. There will be opportunities to combine watercolour with other media and explore and experiment with traditional and contemporary techniques. The class will look at different themes and approaches each week and examine other artists techniques in their watercolour paintings. We will also look at composition and how to plan your painting whether from images provided, your own reference or working from still life in the studio. ABOUT TUTOR: Samantha is an Artist and Illustrator living in Northamptonshire working mainly in watercolour and printmaking. Her work is a response to the landscape and people around her with images that have a narrative or sense of stillness in a moment. Having completed a Foundation Diploma in Art, Design and Illustration at the University of East Anglia, Samantha went on to graduate from the University of the West of England with a BA Hons in Design and Illustration. While studying she was shortlisted for the Macmillian Children’s Book Illustration Competition which kickstarted her freelance career. She went on to join the Greetings Card Industry in Northamptonshire where she remained for 15 years. Samantha is now working as a freelance Artist and Illustrator and runs regular workshops in Northamptonshire. She believes everyone can paint and with the right skills become more confident in the process. WHAT'S PROVIDED: - Studio easels and drawing boards are available to use during the sessions if you wish WHAT TO BRING? - Watercolour paints/ brushes - Watercolour pads A4/A3 - at least 300gms - at least two water containers - a paint palette - pencil - rubbers - sharpener You will be asked to bring still objects/ still life to personalise your composition. LOCATION: Drawing Room is situated on the ground floor of Westbury Arts Centre. Accessible parking spaces are available to anyone who requires them. We are happy to offer assistance to visitors wherever possible, upon prior arrangements.
Upcoming Sessions
Cancellation Policy
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Contact Details
Westbury Arts Centre, Foxcovert Road, Shenley Wood, Milton Keynes, UK
01908 501214
admin@westburyartscentre.org.uk