24th May 2024 – Following on from Dominic Vince’s illustrated talk on the life and work of Nicolas De Stael, members were inspired to try abstract ideas with many using a palette knife rather than brushes.
Inspired by De Stael
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Anne Allan – Chinese Brush workshop
17th May 2024 – Anne gave a very interesting description and demonstration of Chinese brushstroke techniques, outlining the correct materials to use and where to buy them. Anne showed many examples of her work and the book she has published. We first practised painting bamboo shoots using simple, continuous brush stokes – however we soon realised that this is a specialised artform requiring a lot of skill and practice. We all had a very enjoyable morning and look forward to Anne coming back.
Working Session in Watercolour
26th April 2024 – Today members had a try at watercolour painting inspired by Paul Talbot-Greaves demonstration last week.
Jigsaw Pictures
12th April 2024 – This workshop was led by Philip and Sandra. Members were attempting another jigsaw based on a famous painting by Henri Rousseau, which was a lot harder than it looked.
Allotment Calendar Painting
5th April 2024 – We continued creating artwork for the Godfrey Road Allotment Calendar 2025. Members were invited to the allotment to take some seasonal photos.
Halifax Art Society 