Level: All levels welcome.

This workshop involves drawing, cutting, collaging, editing, and painting to create an abstract sunflower design, with a focus on colour, composition, shape, and tone.

We will begin with careful observation and a loose drawing of some real sunflowers. Next, we will create a collage using ‘Notan’ theory with tonal papers. Finally, we will apply a colour scheme to our ‘Notan’ designs and use it to inform an abstract painting on canvas.

I will be there to guide you every step of the way. With each piece you create, you will be encouraged to discover your own unique style.

Materials provided: Sunflowers, a spotlight, charcoal rubbers, pencils, a set of A2 tonal papers, an A2 clear sleeve, tea, coffee and biscuits, expert tuition, detailed demonstrations, and one-to-one guidance.

What to bring:

Requirements for Day 1:

• A piece of A2 sized mountboard (or cardboard / canvas board)

• A cutting mat min A3 size

• A scalpel or Stanley Knife (& spare blade)

• A pair of sharp scissors

• A Pritt Stick & Blue Tack

• A Sharpie / Fine Permanent Pen

Requirements for Day 2

• A selection of artist quality paints (Oils / Acrylics or Watercolours)

• A canvas / canvas board A2 size (or similar) or a stretched piece of watercolour paper A2

• A selection brushes

• Paper Palette, A roll of Paper Towel

• A jar and some low odour thinners (oils only)

Cost: £210 per person