20th October 2023 – Janet organised and presented a workshop on painting canals. Janet provided lots of different photographs she had taken from her walks along the Rochdale Canal from Luddendenfoot to Hebden Bridge. She also brought a couple of books which had tips on how to paint water and reflections.
13th October 2023 – Artist Phil Biggs http://www.heritagewatercolour.co.uk gave an excellent demonstration of painting a landscape in watercolour. He gave step by step instructions and useful tips during his painting of a lovely Lincolnshire rural village scene.
22nd September 2023 – The workshop was led by Lynda. Members were asked to bring watercolour paper, brushes and masking fluid. Brusho and other materials were provided on the day. Lynda explained what Brusho is and gave a demonstration on the different ways it can be used. For example you can sprinkle it on to wet paper, use a resist, paint on wood or shells. Members had a great time experimenting with this very colourful medium.
15th September 2023 – The workshop, organised and presented by Dr Lynne Hickin, was on the subject of facial expressions. Smiling, anger, puzzled, surprised, worried are all about facial muscles. It was a very interesting morning for our members.
8th September 2023 – Due to a last minute change to the schedule, Carol stepped in to lead an interesting and enjoyable workshop. Carol gave hints and tips for drawing with white chalk, pencil or pastel on to black paper. She brought in examples to demonstrate the different techniques that can be applied.
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