Inspired by Gardens Art Courses run from two UK locations, in Northumberland, northern England near the historic market town of Hexham, and on the Devon/Somerset Border in South West England. Courses are based in the studio of artist Catherine Stott, and in the countryside and gardens near to the studio.
COURSES IN DEVON
The artist’s house and studio on the Devon Somerset
border is close to beautiful and varied West Country gardens, which benefit
from the milder climate and extended season in this part of the country.
Day Workshops
Studio courses on many aspects of garden and flower painting; buffet lunch
and refreshments normally included. Some spring/summer courses may also
meet at a local garden of interest – these course fees may not include
lunches or garden entry. Look out for more details and course dates on the
programme
page, or contact the artist to register
an interest. If you are a beginner, ask the artist for advice on the best
course for you and materials to bring.
Inspired by Gardens Art Breaks- Weekend and 5 day courses
These courses include introductory sessions in the studio, tuition in painting
techniques and work outside in gardens. Learn how to choose a subject and
viewpoint for painting, and to gather information outside to develop into
paintings in the studio. Groups are kept small to suit a variety of skill
levels including beginners.
Please see the programme page to find dates and information for the next available courses.
COURSES IN NORTHUMBERLAND
These courses run from the Byre studio, a working artist’s
studio formed from a converted farm building in the countryside south of
Hexham, in the Tyne Valley.
Afternoon Short Courses - Skills for Garden Painting (watercolour
and/or pastel)
A mainly studio based course which runs one afternoon a week for a term
or half-term. It introduces painting and drawing skills - particularly useful
for painting gardens and flowers, including composition, colour mixing,
negative painting, drawing plants and garden structures. The course is suitable
for beginners and those with more experience
Day workshops
These are run either in the studio and local garden or in gardens open to
the public in the surrounding area. They are normally offered during the
spring/summer. Look out for details of available dates on the
programme page, or contact the artist to
register an interest. If you are a beginner, ask the artist for advice on
the best course for you and materials to bring.
Please see the programme page to find dates and information for the next available courses.
Art Clubs
Art Clubs can arrange a workshop day at the studio for their group by contacting
the artist.
Crook Hall