Workshops
Our Workshops are run by talented and professional artists often following on from a demonstration at a monthly meeting. These workshops offer members the opportunity to work in the style of a well-known artist in a particular genre. Workshops are based on demand and the interest of our members to incorporate new methodology, materials and ideas into their work. Workshops are very popular and numbers are limited in each session, generally to not more than 12 participants.
Programme 2024
The first workshop of 2024, "Make your Own Concertina Sketchbook", was held on Saturday 17th February and led by Polly Woolstone. See the pictures and report here:
Polly Woolstone Feb 24
Photographs of Polly's recent demonstration can be viewed here
The second workshop was a "Self-Help" (later rebranded "In-House") day on Friday 22nd March organised by Zoe Hing. See the email to members below for details.
Gill Cox, Workshop Co-ordinator
Dear members
Another idea for Lechlade Art Society Members ... a Self-Help Workshop Day!
I have made a provisional booking for the Pavilion on Friday 22nd March for a simple ‘tutorless’ workshop. We have oodles of talent amongst our members and it could be put to good use! The Thursday Group already help each other with both advice and encouragement - the plan is to build on this in a dedicated day.
We will set up a couple of still life groups and have a relaxed fun day experimenting with different approaches. This is a golden opportunity for those who are just beginning and need to build on the skills they already have.
Please let me know as soon as possible if you would like to join us - email address below. Four members have expressed interest so far. The Pavilion is booked for the whole day but, if this seems too much, you are welcome to dip in and out.
There will be a small charge of between £5 and £10. Maximum: 12 participants. Tea and coffee will be provided but please bring something for lunch if you want an uninterrupted day.
Looking forward to hearing from you!
Zoë Hing; email: [email protected]
A "pin-drop" moment at the In-House Workshop Day on 22 March 2024
Previous Workshops in 2023
The first workshop of 2023 was a Life Drawing Day on Sunday 26th March in the Memorial Hall, 9.30am to 4pm, cost £35. Brian Britton was on hand to give full tuition to anyone who needed it. The report and photographs are available here
Rod Craig Watercolour Workshop
Following a recent demonstration by Rod Craig (see Rod Craig March 2023), several members asked for a workshop featuring Rod's vibrant watercolour painting technique. The workshop, in the Pavilion on Friday 29th September, was well attended. See the report and photographs here
Following a recent demonstration by Rod Craig (see Rod Craig March 2023), several members asked for a workshop featuring Rod's vibrant watercolour painting technique. The workshop, in the Pavilion on Friday 29th September, was well attended. See the report and photographs here
Clive Eastland Pastels Workshop
Clive recently gave an inspiring demonstration; see Clive Eastland June 2023. A follow-up workshop took place on Friday 13th October 2023 in the Pavilion, 10.00am to 4pm. The report and photographs are available here
More of Clive's work can be seen on his website.
Clive recently gave an inspiring demonstration; see Clive Eastland June 2023. A follow-up workshop took place on Friday 13th October 2023 in the Pavilion, 10.00am to 4pm. The report and photographs are available here
More of Clive's work can be seen on his website.
Previous Workshops in 2022
The first workshop for almost two years was held on Saturday 15th January 2022 in the Pavilion. Susanna Bailey led a pastels workshop for around twelve members. See Susanna Bailey Workshop for a selection of photographs.
On Saturday 26th March, Roger Jones led a workshop based on his recent demonstration entitled "Reflections, and ‘Reading’ Water". The subject was representing water including movement, reflections, colour and, of course, some of Roger's "tips and tricks". See Roger Jones Workshop for the photographs.
Following a captivating watercolour demonstration on Tuesday 15th March, and by popular request, Jill Smith led a watercolour workshop on Saturday 9th July. See Jill Smith Workshop for a selection of photographs.
Rupert Aker gave a stunning demonstration in June. Around 30 members watched, open mouthed in amazement, as Rupert produced three beautiful paintings, extremely quickly, using a pallet knife, and while talking throughout. Two paintings were immediately sold to members in the audience to take home, still wet! Rupert followed his demonstration with a workshop in August. All places for this workshop were almost immediately filled. The workshop was repeated on 21st October. See the August workshop photographs here and the October photographs and report here
If you have an idea for a specific workshop, or are interested in arranging one, please contact the Society - see the Contact page.
Note: Workshops are often over-subscribed. Places will be allocated on a first-come first-served basis. Members will be given priority.