Overview of your Painting Week

"He has made everything beautiful in its time. He has also set eternity in the hearts of men; yet they cannot fathom what God has done from beginning to end."  Ecclesiastes 3:11 

Whether you are new to painting, a keen amateur or a seasoned Picasso, I would like to warmly welcome you to come and join me on one of Richmond's much-loved painting holidays, made bigger and better for 2010! There is something to suit everyone! If you like the idea of painting among friendly, like-minded people in a warm, relaxed atmosphere, this is the holiday for you.

The Course

The friendly, hands-on course will cover a range of topics - from colour and palette basics, to composition and application. Subject matter will vary between still life, landscapes and architecture - or whatever you'd like to paint! So come and enjoy a peaceful and relaxing break, developing your painting skills while taking in the local colour and stunning landscapes of Richmond's resorts.

Window Arch at Zefirios Hotel, Samos
(pencil, watercolour, and ink)

I have been on several Richmond holidays, including a couple of painting courses, which I enjoyed immensely and hope to emulate!

There will be instruction for five days, with tuition every morning from 10-1pm then a break for lunch. An afternoon session will be available and optional, though no new instruction will be offered during the afternoon.

You are welcome to paint with either watercolours, oils, pastels, acrylics or pen and wash. I can give instruction in each.

The cost to join our painting classes is just £35 for the week. This can be paid before you go or once you arrive at resort. You may like to budget for lunches on the days when the group will operate away from the hotel and its immediate area.

NB. No materials are supplied - you will need to bring your own equipment and supplies (see next blog post).