‘A Year of Art’ -Become a Workshop Artists - one to one sessions
A Year Of Art - One to one. - Option to Renew at the end of the year
Become a textured workshop artist. Using acrylics and oils.
Once a week for 2 hours.
One to one sessions in the studio.
Access to the Workshop Artists Studio outside of 1:1 sessions when the gallery is open.
Please email me before purchasing so we can go through available days and times.
Location: Fiona J Rose Studio
Course length: 1 year
Course cost: £1495
Materials will be provided.
You are welcome to swap one weeks session for a group workshop that run throughout the year. Please note these are subject to availability so please check beforehand ti confirm if there are spaces on the group sessions you wish to attend.
There is also a monthly meet (optional) on the first Friday of every month at Juna coffee to meet the other artists.
Opportunity to exhibit & sell your best pieces in the Christmas Art Exhibition & the option to showcase one piece of artwork in the gallery in Kenya.
Please note: it’s not the responsibility of the gallery to sell your work or promote your art. This is purely 1:1
Custom made workshop artists apron included.
Unlimited tea, hot chocolate and special coffees.
Work in a calming artist inspired environment in a pretty village.
Getting started
When it comes to improving your painting skills, it is important to experiment with different styles and techniques and forget about the ‘rules.’
Below are the 10 techniques we will explore throughout the year alongside textured art.
1 Underpainting
The term ‘underpainting’ refers to the first layer of paint that is applied to a canvas or board. This layer or coating functions as a base for other layers of paint and can create a sense of contrast and tone in a painting. This is a simple technique that can have a big effect on the overall feel of a painting, allowing an artist to brighten areas that could otherwise appear flat and uniform, such as an area of sky or sea. Artists may choose to play with the tone of an underpainting to bring out certain colours and draw attention to specific elements like light or shadow.
2 Dry brushing
Artists will occasionally use a paintbrush that is mostly dry to the touch but still holds paint to produce art using a technique known as dry brushing. When following this technique, brushstrokes will appear to have a more textured, scratchy finish that is difficult to achieve using a wet brush or when working with a large amount of paint. Dry brushing can be an effective way to capture the texture of the natural world, from clouds to trees and hedgerows.
There are many intricate examples of this painting technique in ancient Chinese art. A brush would be dipped into black or coloured ink and used to create a softer, lighter effect which was often deeply atmospheric.
3 Sgraffito
The term ‘sgraffito’ comes from the Italian for ‘scratched’ and refers to a technique used in painting that involves scratching through a layer of paint to expose what remains underneath. By covering a preliminary surface with another layer, artists can effectively scratch off the superficial layer in a way that will expose unique patterns or shapes.
It is possible to use any object that will allow you to scratch a line into the paint. You could try using the pointed end of a paintbrush, for example, or you might want to experiment with a piece of card, palette knife, comb or fork to practice your mark-making.
4 Glazing
Glazing is a technique used to draw out the luminosity of a painting by applying a thin transparent or semi-transparent layer of paint onto a painting. A wide, soft-bristled brush is often used in what can be quite a complicated glazing process. You can alter the tone of your glaze by adapting the amount of pigment you use, and you may also decide to build up layers of glaze to produce a darker effect. If it’s done well, glazing can help to unify the contrast between colours to establish a subtle balance between colour and tone.
Many artists used glazing during the Renaissance as a way of mixing paints. A thin layer of paint would be applied over the main colour which would alter the colour beneath and produce many soft and saturated tones.
5 Gestural
Gestural painting refers to a technique in which paint is applied in free, sweeping gestures. Artists that choose to work in this way paint intuitively and are focused on expressing themselves through the physical act of painting. This technique may be seen to reveal something of the artist’s emotion or state of mind when interpreted by a viewer.
Artists known for their interest in gestural painting include abstract expressionist artists Willem de Kooning, Jackson Pollock and Robert Motherwell.
6 Stippling
Stippling is a technique that utilises small circles or dots to create an image. Dots are made using pigment of one colour which is applied using a pen or brush. The dots may be arranged to suggest forms, shapes and areas of contrast which may be interpreted in many different ways.
7 Pouring
Pouring is a simple yet effective technique that works best with acrylic paint. Rather than using painting tools like brushes or sponges to produce a piece of art, this technique involves pouring paint directly onto a surface and tilting the canvas at different angles to activate the paint and move it around. This process helps the colours to blend together naturally and can create vibrant and unique pieces that reflect the way colours interact with each other.
8 Splattering
Splattering is an ideal technique to try if you’re looking to free yourself up and turn your focus onto painting as a form of expression. This technique is all about embracing the unpredictability of art and enjoying a level of spontaneity that is difficult to achieve using other more controlled methods and techniques. Start by wetting your brush in water then dip into an acrylic pigment and flick the brush directly onto the canvas.
9 Dabbing
This easy technique involves dabbing paint onto a surface using a stiff bristle brush, paper towel or sponge. The paint should be applied fairly quickly with light pressure. Dabbing can help to create texture and movement in a piece, making it a good choice to paint treetops or greenery to reflect a sense of movement. For inspiration, take a look at some examples of Claude Monet’s work.
10 Palette knife
While you might think a palette knife is just for mixing paint on your palette, this tool can also be used to create some unique effects in your work that would be difficult to achieve using a brush. Palette knifes are particularly useful for blending edges by dragging one colour into another to create a rough, textured look. You can also use a palette knife to introduce small bursts of colour into a painting by loading the tip of the knife with paint and dabbing it onto the surface.
If you have any questions please contact me.
In the last quarter of your year you will asked to start work on your large masterpiece. Here you will bring together all your skills and work in a 150cmx100cm canvas.
Artists are encouraged to join external exhibitions or hire our downstairs gallery Atelier for solo exhibitions.
Once your year is up you can apply to renew and have a conversation as to whether or not renewing is an option due to busy schedules.
Year 2
Should you wish to renew your year of art, we will look at exploring throwing paint & continue practising our textured art.
In addition to this I will also be introducing you to resin art. Under my guidance, you’ll learn how to pour and mix resin with pigments and embellishments to make stunning textured pieces of art.
You’ll work with high-quality resin and a range of inks and materials to create your own unique designs. You’ll also learn how to use heat guns, blow torches and other tools to achieve different effects.
A Year Of Art - One to one. - Option to Renew at the end of the year
Become a textured workshop artist. Using acrylics and oils.
Once a week for 2 hours.
One to one sessions in the studio.
Access to the Workshop Artists Studio outside of 1:1 sessions when the gallery is open.
Please email me before purchasing so we can go through available days and times.
Location: Fiona J Rose Studio
Course length: 1 year
Course cost: £1495
Materials will be provided.
You are welcome to swap one weeks session for a group workshop that run throughout the year. Please note these are subject to availability so please check beforehand ti confirm if there are spaces on the group sessions you wish to attend.
There is also a monthly meet (optional) on the first Friday of every month at Juna coffee to meet the other artists.
Opportunity to exhibit & sell your best pieces in the Christmas Art Exhibition & the option to showcase one piece of artwork in the gallery in Kenya.
Please note: it’s not the responsibility of the gallery to sell your work or promote your art. This is purely 1:1
Custom made workshop artists apron included.
Unlimited tea, hot chocolate and special coffees.
Work in a calming artist inspired environment in a pretty village.
Getting started
When it comes to improving your painting skills, it is important to experiment with different styles and techniques and forget about the ‘rules.’
Below are the 10 techniques we will explore throughout the year alongside textured art.
1 Underpainting
The term ‘underpainting’ refers to the first layer of paint that is applied to a canvas or board. This layer or coating functions as a base for other layers of paint and can create a sense of contrast and tone in a painting. This is a simple technique that can have a big effect on the overall feel of a painting, allowing an artist to brighten areas that could otherwise appear flat and uniform, such as an area of sky or sea. Artists may choose to play with the tone of an underpainting to bring out certain colours and draw attention to specific elements like light or shadow.
2 Dry brushing
Artists will occasionally use a paintbrush that is mostly dry to the touch but still holds paint to produce art using a technique known as dry brushing. When following this technique, brushstrokes will appear to have a more textured, scratchy finish that is difficult to achieve using a wet brush or when working with a large amount of paint. Dry brushing can be an effective way to capture the texture of the natural world, from clouds to trees and hedgerows.
There are many intricate examples of this painting technique in ancient Chinese art. A brush would be dipped into black or coloured ink and used to create a softer, lighter effect which was often deeply atmospheric.
3 Sgraffito
The term ‘sgraffito’ comes from the Italian for ‘scratched’ and refers to a technique used in painting that involves scratching through a layer of paint to expose what remains underneath. By covering a preliminary surface with another layer, artists can effectively scratch off the superficial layer in a way that will expose unique patterns or shapes.
It is possible to use any object that will allow you to scratch a line into the paint. You could try using the pointed end of a paintbrush, for example, or you might want to experiment with a piece of card, palette knife, comb or fork to practice your mark-making.
4 Glazing
Glazing is a technique used to draw out the luminosity of a painting by applying a thin transparent or semi-transparent layer of paint onto a painting. A wide, soft-bristled brush is often used in what can be quite a complicated glazing process. You can alter the tone of your glaze by adapting the amount of pigment you use, and you may also decide to build up layers of glaze to produce a darker effect. If it’s done well, glazing can help to unify the contrast between colours to establish a subtle balance between colour and tone.
Many artists used glazing during the Renaissance as a way of mixing paints. A thin layer of paint would be applied over the main colour which would alter the colour beneath and produce many soft and saturated tones.
5 Gestural
Gestural painting refers to a technique in which paint is applied in free, sweeping gestures. Artists that choose to work in this way paint intuitively and are focused on expressing themselves through the physical act of painting. This technique may be seen to reveal something of the artist’s emotion or state of mind when interpreted by a viewer.
Artists known for their interest in gestural painting include abstract expressionist artists Willem de Kooning, Jackson Pollock and Robert Motherwell.
6 Stippling
Stippling is a technique that utilises small circles or dots to create an image. Dots are made using pigment of one colour which is applied using a pen or brush. The dots may be arranged to suggest forms, shapes and areas of contrast which may be interpreted in many different ways.
7 Pouring
Pouring is a simple yet effective technique that works best with acrylic paint. Rather than using painting tools like brushes or sponges to produce a piece of art, this technique involves pouring paint directly onto a surface and tilting the canvas at different angles to activate the paint and move it around. This process helps the colours to blend together naturally and can create vibrant and unique pieces that reflect the way colours interact with each other.
8 Splattering
Splattering is an ideal technique to try if you’re looking to free yourself up and turn your focus onto painting as a form of expression. This technique is all about embracing the unpredictability of art and enjoying a level of spontaneity that is difficult to achieve using other more controlled methods and techniques. Start by wetting your brush in water then dip into an acrylic pigment and flick the brush directly onto the canvas.
9 Dabbing
This easy technique involves dabbing paint onto a surface using a stiff bristle brush, paper towel or sponge. The paint should be applied fairly quickly with light pressure. Dabbing can help to create texture and movement in a piece, making it a good choice to paint treetops or greenery to reflect a sense of movement. For inspiration, take a look at some examples of Claude Monet’s work.
10 Palette knife
While you might think a palette knife is just for mixing paint on your palette, this tool can also be used to create some unique effects in your work that would be difficult to achieve using a brush. Palette knifes are particularly useful for blending edges by dragging one colour into another to create a rough, textured look. You can also use a palette knife to introduce small bursts of colour into a painting by loading the tip of the knife with paint and dabbing it onto the surface.
If you have any questions please contact me.
In the last quarter of your year you will asked to start work on your large masterpiece. Here you will bring together all your skills and work in a 150cmx100cm canvas.
Artists are encouraged to join external exhibitions or hire our downstairs gallery Atelier for solo exhibitions.
Once your year is up you can apply to renew and have a conversation as to whether or not renewing is an option due to busy schedules.
Year 2
Should you wish to renew your year of art, we will look at exploring throwing paint & continue practising our textured art.
In addition to this I will also be introducing you to resin art. Under my guidance, you’ll learn how to pour and mix resin with pigments and embellishments to make stunning textured pieces of art.
You’ll work with high-quality resin and a range of inks and materials to create your own unique designs. You’ll also learn how to use heat guns, blow torches and other tools to achieve different effects.