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 the Anna's Hummingbird
(Watercolour)
Tuesday 10th November
&
Tuesday 17th November
2-5pm (UK time)
£80
This workshop is the ideal opportunity to add some colour into the winter months.
The focus of our study will be the Anna's hummingbird, but we will also be looking at other species of this charismatic bird.
Subjects covered will include:
* Becoming familiar with all aspects of this bird species
* Drawing techniques to ensure accurate depiction of the bird's shape, form and plumage
* Exploration of colour-mixing using watercolours
* Using additional colour/ options available to us
* Using specific painting techniques such as glazing
* Creating iridescence in plumage using watercolours
* Adding an atmospheric background to our illustration
During this workshop we will be using watercolour on its own.
Therefore, it is not suitable if you wish to work in another medium.
This workshop is suitable for those with some experience of detailed drawing and painting.
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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.