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Limited Palette Outdoor sketching
Tutor Jackie Hurwood

Using just one colour for out-door sketching will give the effect of a sepia or black & white photo showing up the shapes and tones of the scene and is a method used by Artists help them develop a painting.  It is also a good way to simplify a subject and a freeing approach, so suitable for beginners or those with some experience.

General tuition will be given in finding a subject, getting started, and demonstration of watercolour methods.   Individual help will be available as required

Suggested art materials to bring

Watercolour Paper:
Several sheets of Bockingford (or similar) watercolour paper at least 140lb. On a block, pad or sheet attached to a board.  

Brushes:
Large round soft brush or hake for washes.
Round brush with a point, size 8/10/12
Rigger or small brush with a flexible end

Paints: (Tubes are more flexible for a good result)
Either, Burnt Siena, Burnt Umber, Paynes Grey, Sepia, or other neutral colour.

Plastic palette, tray or plate for colour mixing.

Any pencil, rubber or other drawing or painting materials you would like
Water container, Kitchen roll

Please note:

• Meet at front gate 10am.
• Workshop will be outdoors in the garden so please wear appropriate footwear and clothing.  
  A portable chair or stool, (easel if required) sunhat, sunscreen
• Please see our accessibility statement for full details of the site.
• Not suitable for children.