New! Lets go Outdoor Sketching - lets do this!

It's been a long winter as many of you will probably agree and, although it's not too warm at the moment spring is just around the corner.. So, I am planning two Wednesday morning dates in April to go outdoor sketching that includes a coffee at a nearby cafe afterwards and wondered if you wanted to join me. The full details of where and when in April are below (also will be in the weekly newsletter) So if you have always fancied drawing outside or want to try something different and appreciate our beautiful spring time, this is for you.

It can be a little intimidating drawing and painting outside but in a small group we will have more confidence! I will be on hand to help out. Drawing outside is very different to working at a table but it is very rewarding and choosing a quiet spot will be on the agenda.

So you will probably have a few questions! What will we be doing? Where are we meeting? How will we know if it goes ahead? What if the weather isn't up to much? What do you bring? What level do you have to be at and so on, below hopefully I have answered most of the questions

1st April 10am - 11/11.30

£12 - Beginners and Intermediates pay on the day by debit card

1 hour Outdoor Drawing Trees and Coffee morning Session East Preston

1. A new WhatsApp group is being set up for outdoor drawing and painting - to join please text me with your name so I can add you. My mobile is 07779 499294 this is for updates on weather etc.

2. To draw one or more trees, a 10 min demo by me will be done

3. Demo how to draw and get perspective, crop etc

   
   

What to Bring

1. Small bag, keep everything portable

2. Soft B pencils, rubber and small piece of charcoal,

3. Paper - small A4 paper, can be printer paper or drawing paper, nothing too fancy, 3 or more sheets

4. Small board of same size to place paper on with a couple of clips to keep the paper secure

5. Make a viewfinder: To make a simple viewfinder, fold the paper or card in half, then draw a rectangle from the folded edge, but leave a border around it that's about 3cm wide. Use a pencil to draw out a square or rectangle shape on the paper or card. Next, carefully cut out the shape with scissors and the viewfinder is ready.

6. small light cushion/portable small stool or chair (must be lightweight), benches also available but cushion very essential

7. Warm Clothing - very important!

Where to Meet

1. Meet at the Great Dane 23 Sea Rd, East Preston, Littlehampton BN16 1JN

2. we will then head off to find some trees nearby to draw at Two Acres, 9 Sea Rd, East Preston, BN16 1JN

3. The class will last for 1 hour as it can be a bit chilly, we will go to the Great Dane coffee shop (approx 5 min walk from sketching location) afterwards for a coffee and go over the drawings.

4. Parking is accessible along Sea Lane and neighbouring roads

5. You will be notified the night before by WhatsApp if it is running or not according to the weather

   
   

I hope to run more throughout spring and summer, visiting various areas such as the beach, and Downs. But to start I am focusing on my area, East Preston which is such a pretty village and has a several lovely coffee places!

8th April 10am - 11/11.30am

£12 Beginners and Intermediates pay on the day by debit card

1 hour Outdoor Drawing Spring Flowers and coffee morning Session at Highdown Gardens (free entry to Gardens)

1. Join the new WhatsApp is being set up for outdoor drawing and painting - text me so I can add you (give your name) 07779 499294

2. To draw some spring flowers, enjoy being outside and taking in all of the wonderful spring season

3. We will be walking short distances, finding available benches to sit and draw

4.  A 10 min demo by me will be done and outlining what will make some great sketches

5. Demo how to draw and get perspective, crop etc

What to Bring

1. Small bag, keep everything portable

2. Using pencils and coloured pencils (watercolour pencils if you have them and a small brush and container with water in or brush pen with water in), rubber, pencil sharpener

3. Paper - small A4 or A5 paper, can be drawing paper, or drawing pad, or small watercolour sheets if you want, nothing too fancy, 3 or more sheets

4. Small board of same size to place paper on with a couple of clips to keep the paper secure

5. Make a Viewfinder:  To make a simple viewfinder, fold the paper or card in half, then draw a rectangle from the folded edge, but leave a border around it that's about 3cm wide. Use a pencil to draw out a square or rectangle shape on the paper or card. Next, carefully cut out the shape with scissors and the viewfinder is ready.

6. small light cushion/portable small stool or chair (must be lightweight), benches also available but cushion very essential

7. Warm Clothing very important!

Where to Meet

1. Meet at Highdown Gardens, Highdown Rise, Littlehampton Rd, Worthing BN12 6FB car park for 10am we will then head off to find some flowers to draw in the gardens

2. The class will last for 1 hour as it can be a bit chilly

3. Afterwards we will go to Highdown Tea Rooms coffee shop (right next door to Highdown Gardens) for a coffee and go over the drawings.

4. Parking is accessible along Sea Lane and neighbouring roads

5. You will be notified the night before by WhatsApp if it is running or not according to the weather

If you have any questions or queries do get in touch or want to go on the WhatApp group for this text me on 07779 499294 or email me info@skyblueartclasses.co.uk

Hope you can join in

best wishes Jane