CAT CROXFORD
WEEKEND COURSES
I am running a few two day courses this year at a wonderful art studio at a farm near Wallingford, South Oxfordshire.
****UPDATE**** ALL COURSES ARE FULLY BOOKED NOW, BUT JOIN MY MAILING LIST TO FIND OUT ABOUT CANCELLATIONS OR ADDITIONALLY SCHEDULED COURSES
22-23 April Treescapes (Spring) in Acrylic FULLY BOOKED
11-12 November Treescapes (Autumn) in Acrylic FULLY BOOKED
Suitable for all levels, following me step by step, we all paint a treescape on the first day. We will learn acrylic painting techniques, brushwork, how to paint foliage and textured bark, develop tricks to create a light filled composition of exciting colours and contrasts. On the second day you paint from your own photo inspiration or from my source material, guided by me, careful considering mood, colour and composition.
3-4 June Oil/Acrylic Portraits FULLY BOOKED
5-6 August Oil/Acrylic Portraits FULLY BOOKED
Suitable for beginners and dabblers, we start off the first day by looking at individual features, examining line, tone and form with a series of charcoal sketches. Next we look at proportion and structure sketching out our portraits onto canvas. We continue with our chosen medium, learning different techniques to create a dimensional face. The following day you paint from your own photo reference, guided by me, with a colour mixing demonstration to start you off.
16-17 Sept Seascapes in Acrylic FULLY BOOKED
Suitable for beginners and improvers. A creative look at mark making, layering and colour with the sea as our inspiration. We work with three different acrylic techniques on the Saturday, painting a variety of seascapes. The second day we assess what you enjoyed the most and plan your composition accordingly. You can either work from your own photos or select from one of my specially chosen images.
What to expect
All materials will be provided, including canvas, brushes and paint. You will be painting in working art studio with your own easel and table.
Timing
Saturday starts at 10.00am, and finishes at 4.00pm,
Sunday starts at 9.30am and finishes at 3.00pm
Lunch
Please bring your own lunch. There will be snacks and hot drinks.
What to bring
I will provide all your painting materials, so you only need consider:
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Wear clothes that you don't mind getting covered in paint!
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Whilst snacks are available, I would advise that you bring lunch, you are welcome to pop them in the fridge
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If you want to work from your own photos, bring a couple so that we can find the best composition
Where
Mays Barn, Mays Farm, Oakley Farm, Wallingford, OX10 6QF
How to get there Map
It is very easy to find with sat nav. From a4074 Crowmarsh roundabout, take the turning to Henley/ Nettlebed, After just over 2 miles as the road bends to the right, take the right hand turn signposted Mays Farm. Follow the tree-lined road until you reach farm buildings on your right, turn in by the great tree, and the studio is on your left. You can park behind or in front of the building, walk around to find the entrance.
Price
£250
How to book
Contact me at admin@catcroxford.com with your course selection or click the button below!
Terms and Conditions
ONE TO ONE WORKSHOPS
I am really excited to be offering one to one workshops at my studio in Buckingham. Whether you are a beginner or need a refresher, or want to learn a new style, then these are for you!
My experience
I have been teaching for over 14 years at JoeDaisy studio (sadly closed following the death of my Mum who ran the Studio). I am an active teacher - as well as demonstrating the processes and explaining what I am doing as I paint, I will be watching you work and helping you develop your confidence and skill level.
What to expect
We will be working in acrylics, using the very best materials: Liquitex Soft body and Golden Fluid (I will provide the materials). Our painting will be on canvas, taking our inspiration from the woodland or garden scenes I photograph - or you are very welcome to bring your own photo to work from.
Timing
The day starts at 10.00am, and finishes at 3.00pm, I will provide drinks and snacks, but please bring your own lunch.
What to bring
I will provide all your painting materials, so you only need consider:
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Wear clothes that you don't mind getting covered in paint!
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Whilst snacks are available, I would advise that you bring lunch, you are welcome to pop them in my fridge!
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If you want to work from your own photos, bring a couple so that we can find the best composition
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Feel free to bring examples of your own work that you would like critiquing
Price
£200 for the one to one day, materials all included.
How to book
Contact me at admin@catcroxford.com with your preferred dates and we'll take it from there!
"Thanks Cat, and thanks for a terrific weekend. You work so hard, and work us hard too – which was exactly what I wanted; to be pushed to go further. I learned such a lot from you because you are an excellent teacher, particularly your ability to talk clearly as you demonstrate what you’re doing. Thanks for all your input and encouragement – and the fun!"
"I'd just like to say again how much fun you made the course and such a brilliant teacher, I still can't believe how much I achieved in such a short space of time"
"Thank you so much Cat for sharing some of the insights that you have gained in such an informed , encouraging and sensitive way - I am inspired to take more steps"
"You are an inspiring teacher and gave me the confidence to pick up a paint brush and apply paint to a canvas (a first for me!)"