Work with contemporary artist Rachel Cronin in this two day watercolour workshop designed to introduce you to the world of modern experimental watercolour through a number of playful exercises.
Across these two days, you will have the opportunity to discover the unique qualities of granulating watercolours, acrylic inks, Caran d’Ache crayons and other dry media to create expressive paintings.
Through a series of guided exercises and hands on activities, Rachel will show you how these versatile tools can be used to achieve a range of effects, from bold strokes to subtle washes. Additionally, the workshop will introduce you to the creative potential of inks, such as FW Acrylic Inks and drawing inks from Winsor and Newton, focusing on how to seamlessly blend them with watercolours to create dramatic blooms, layered backgrounds, and expressive detail. You will experiment with incorporating earth tones like Burnt Sienna, as well as granulation mediums, to add depth, richness, and texture to your paintings, transforming simple washes into vibrant and colourful paintings.
Each session of the workshop is designed to be both practical and interactive, ensuring plenty of time for personal experimentation and creative play. You will be encouraged to ask questions and receive individualised feedback tailored specifically to your goals and level of experience. Whether you are a newcomer eager to explore the possibilities of watercolour or a seasoned artist looking to invigorate your practice, this workshop offers a supportive environment to take risks, play with new tools and media, and explore new ways of painting.
What to expect:
– Learn to use dry media like water soluble wax crayons and acrylic paint pens to explore expressive colour, dynamic mark making, and a variety of creative effects.
– Experiment with a broad array of inks and granulation mediums to enhance your paintings with interesting textures and depth of colour.
– Explore a range of techniques for layering, blending, and integrating various materials to achieve dynamic and harmonious results in your artwork.
– Receive personalised feedback, guidance, and encouragement in a welcoming, hands on setting that fosters artistic growth and self expression.
All materials are included in this workshop but please bring along your watercolour brushes if you have them.
Workshop Title: Winter Seedheads: Experimental Watercolour & Mixed Media
Tutor: Rachel Cronin
Date: Friday 20th & Saturday 21st February
Time: 10:30am – 4pm
Price: £150
Location: Art Studio
This course takes place in the Art Studio. Please note that regrettably this room is not accessible to wheelchair users due to necessary fire evacuation regulations.
Access Information – Art Studio. The main entrance has level access. On your right, there is a button to open the door to the Café Bar automatically. Head forwards into the Gallery, turn right up the ramp and proceed through two sets of double doors (please note there is no automatic button to open these doors). Please be aware that there are low ceilings and low door frames in this area. Turn right and proceed up the stairs (six steps, a landing, and then seven steps). Proceed through the doors straight ahead, then another set of doors straight ahead, and turn right through another door into the Art Studio.
