ZOOM STUDIO SESSIONS - from Sarah's home studio
One of the first things that Sarah learnt to draw as a child were birds and since then has been a keen birder. Now she is devoting much of her illustration creative practice to illustrating these magnificent animals and wants to share this with you too.
The 3 hour sessions will take place each month.
The first part of the session will be devoted to an update on what Sarah has been working on. This may include talking through sketchbook studies; birding trips; work in progress; discussing bird identification and drawing challenges; using different materials and techniques than usual.
The second part of each session will be devoted to a specific species of bird. This may be a bird that occurs seasonally where she lives; UK and European bird species and also more exotic bird species.
Occasionally, there will also be a focus on other bird-related subjects, such as nests, eggs and feathers.
It is not intended for you to work on your own artwork, but use the 'live' session as a detailed learning resource, that you can re-visit via the recording, after the session has taken place.
Booking and booking confirmation details at bottom of page, please read before booking your place. Thank you.
Illustrating Male & Female Bullfinches
(Pen & Watercolour)
Thursday 18th June 2-5pm (UK time)
£50
THIS SESSION IS NOW FULL
Creating a Nuthatch Study Page
(Using a range of media)
Thursday 2nd July 2-5pm (UK time)
£50
THIS SESSION IS NOW FULL
Studying & Illustrating a Weaver Bird Nest
(Gouache on toned paper)
Tuesday 18th August 2-5pm (UK time)
£50
A couple of years ago Sarah had the opportunity to illustrate a Weaver Bird nest at a London museum.
During this session she will initially take you through the studying and drawing stages of this complex nest, working on toned paper with a white watercolour pencil.
She will guide you in how to make beneficial and accurate colour references using gouache, as well as photographic images.
Then she will demonstrate the painting process 'live'
A Focus on Heads, Bills & Eyes
Creating a Garden Bird Chequerboard
(Pen & colour pencil)
Thursday 10th September
&
Thursday 17th September
2-5pm (UK time)
£80
This Zoom Studio Session consists of 2 sessions, during which we will focus on portraying the intricacies of the heads of a variety of garden birds.
The eyes and bills of birds can be the most difficult parts of birds to depict accurately. As part of the workshop we will look at avian skull structure as well as the feather groups and markings found on the bird's heads.
Pen and Ink will be used to portray each bird species and then plumage colour added with colour pencil.
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Each session lasts 3 hours and covers a set theme
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Various media ~ watercolour ~ gouache ~ pen & ink ~ graphite pencil
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'Live' demonstration time, presentations & other learning resources included
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Question & answer times during each session
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Dual camera view - tutor & work area
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Sessions take place on the Zoom meeting platform
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Private access to the recording after the session
Each session is carefully created to support you in your learning and give you the opportunity to focus on learning time just for you.
There will be guidance on the use of specific materials and equipment that are applicable to the theme and media; demonstration of techniques; a window onto the natural world helping you to connect to the subject matter and understand more about it to inform the development of your artwork; but most of all to have fun alongside others with a mutual interest.
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Payment is via the payment button for your chosen session using a Paypal account or your debit/credit card.
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Once payment has been made you will receive a confirmation email within 48 hours during the working week, with further details of the Zoom Studio Session and its theme. If booking a place at the weekend you will receive your confirmation email on Monday or Tuesday.
The email address that is linked to your Paypal account is the one that will be used for all communication regarding session joining instructions. If you wish these to be sent to an alternative email address please let Sarah know. Please also ensure you check your spam/junk email folders if you have not received confirmation of booking or joining instructions. Thank you.