PAINTING COURSES

Springtime in Cornwall
Trewidden, Penzance - 23-27 March 2012 or 27-31 March 2012

Now only 2 places remaining - 23-27 March 2012 (£735); 27-31 March 2012 (£725). For reservations, contact Evelyn.

3 full painting days and 4 nights' full board country house accommodation 

Discover the secrets of successful plant and flower painting on a residential painting holiday course with award-winning botanical artist, Evelyn Binns.

How can I improve my drawing? What do I use to get that depth of colour? How do you get that shine on the leaves? Whether you are just a beginner or have been painting some while, Evelyn’s course and holidays offer exclusive opportunities to learn at first hand some of the skills, techniques and tips that have helped Evelyn win seven RHS Gold Medals and become one of the country’s most admired botanical watercolour artists.

• Good composition
• Observation and botanical accuracy
• Lifelike drawing
• Achieving three-dimensionality
• Confidence in using colour
• Layering techniques
  

Limited to a maximum of only six painters, informal workshop sessions in inspirational but comfortable and stylish surroundings in idyllic locations ensure everyone receives one-to-one tuition and guidance, but is free to practice and develop their art in the way they feel most comfortable.

“I certainly learned a great deal and have definitely benefitted.”
J.O., Princes Risborough, Bucks

"Your patience, kindness and gentle guidance are truly an inspiration..."
N.T., Brooklyn, New York

"Your organisation was just perfect, making sure we all had everything we wanted... your paintings are an inspiration and your calmness and teaching a real joy."
C.S., Tunbridge Wells, Kent

"Thank you both for putting on a course which gave me the luxury of being able to paint for three days without any outside pressures."
T.H., Birchington, Kent

“I enjoyed it so much and have come home with far more confidence and enthusiasm. You have such a calm and positive way of teaching. A magical three days.”
J.P., Horndean, Hants

The venues for Evelyn's courses are carefully chosen for their peaceful surroundings, elegant country house comfort, high standards of accommodation and exceptional cuisine.

To see the details of Evelyn's forthcoming 3 day/4 night residential painting holiday courses at Trewidden, near Penzance, Cornwall in March 2012, click here. If you would like to be added to our mailing list for painting course information, please contact Evelyn.