Wednesdays, 12.30pm to 2pm
Start your week grounded in creativity, focus, and expression. Oil Painting Afternoons is a richly immersive workshop where colour, texture, and light come together in layers of possibility. Whether you’re new to oils or returning to the medium after time away, this welcoming space invites you to slow down, explore deeply, and paint with intention.
Each session introduces key oil painting techniques—such as blending, glazing, underpainting, and working with light and shadow—while gently guiding you to develop your own expressive style. As you paint, you’ll learn to embrace the patience and mindfulness that this medium inspires, discovering how each layer builds both your skill and your connection to the process.
Once the foundations are in place, our Arty Farty SmARTys will support you in creating your own individual artworks, helping you translate your ideas into finished pieces that feel personal and alive.
At the heart of Oil Painting Afternoons is an atmosphere of openness and encouragement. All are welcome, whether you’re an experienced artist or simply seeking a creative space to breathe and reconnect.
This is more than a painting class – it’s a mindful start to your week, a chance to slow down, explore the richness of colour and form, and rediscover the quiet joy of making art by hand.
All materials are provided and you’re welcome to bring any reference images you may wish to paint yourself, but all inspiration will be provided!
Winter 2026 Dates:
Wednesdays, 12.30pm to 2pm
25th February
4th March
11th March
18th March
25th March
1st April
£28 per person, per workshop
To book these workshops please book via Eventbrite here.
Term 5 Dates:
Wednesdays, 12.30pm to 2pm
22nd April
29th April
6th May
13th May
20th May
Full term 5 block ticket £152.38 (including Eventbrite booking fee)
To book your term 5 ticket, please visit Eventbrite here.
(Please note, if you wish to book after the term has already started, please get in touch by emailing nell@artyfartyretreat.co.uk)
Term 6 Dates:
Wednesdays, 12.30pm to 2pm
3rd June
10th June
24th June
1st July
8th July
15th July
Full term 6 block ticket £213.05 (including Eventbrite booking fee)
To book your term 5 ticket, please visit Eventbrite here.
(Please note, if you wish to book after the term has already started, please get in touch by emailing nell@artyfartyretreat.co.uk)
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