Come and learn to draw and paint plein air in Balnarring

An immersive and experiential small group offering for beginners to experienced learners, with Sarah Bell (BA Fine Arts, Dip. Ed)

4 x Twilight Tuesdays in March

5th, 12th, 19th and 26th March

Time: 5.30pm-7.30pm

Learn with artist and art educator, Sarah Bell (BA Fine Arts, Dip. Ed)

Twilight is often known as ‘the golden hour’ by landscape painters and is a wonderful time to be outside. Each week we will visit a different nearby location. Skills explored will be drawing, colour mixing (with watercolours and gouache), composition, brush control, mark making and observation.

Week One, Balnarring Beach - Where to Begin. Recording, observing the landscape, ways of representing scenery through mark making.

Meet at the Rotunda in the Balnarring beach Carpark for a demo/discussion and then walk or drive to nearby location to paint. Enter carpark immediately left of the Tulum Store Balnarring Beach.

Week Two, Balbirooroo Community Wetlands - Observing Colour in the golden hour. Applying watercolours and colour palette mixing and selection.

Meet at the wetlands gate at the end of Civic Court, Balnarring. Use google Maps and enter 'Balbirooroo Community Wetlands.'

Week Three, Balbirooroo Community Wetlands - Brush Skills -Mark making and it’s role in composition, variety and interest, also rhythm and movement

Meet at the wetlands gate at the end of Civic Court, Balnarring. Use google Maps and enter 'Balbirooroo Community Wetlands.'

Week Four, Balbirooroo Community Wetlands - Composition and design elements considerations such as balance, range of marks and and tonal contrast.

Meet at the wetlands gate at the end of Civic Court, Balnarring. Use google Maps and enter 'Balbirooroo Community Wetlands.'

We will paint light rain or shine, including under cover places. You will be texted and emailed if rescheduled or location changes.

Materials -What to buy/bring

Walking Shoes - we may drive and then have a short walk to nearby vistas.

Small folding stool - optional but recommended

Essential is a small backpack with:

Pencil
To set up with a basic kit - see my list links below to the Art Shed Online:
Gouache or watercolours in tubes such as these here
A4 size 200-300gsm watercolour pad x 2
Range of small brushes such as this set
Sarah’s favourite and recommended ‘mop’ brush can be bought here
Include a ‘round’ pointed brush size Size 4-6 and flat brush, sizes 10-15. Sarah will bring extra so no stress!
Small lightweight drawing board - stiff cardboard is fine.
Sarah’s favourite and recommended ‘mop’ brush can be bought here
Small water bottle and old china mug for brush cleaning
Sponge or paper towel
Old tea towel to wrap brushes
Palette. Ice cream lids or plastic plate will do but if you want to go fancy this looks good.
foldback or bulldog clip -or tape (for windy weather)

By registering for this course, you acknowledge that participation involves physical activity, and while every effort will be made to create a safe environment, you understand and agree that you are participating at your own risk. Therefore, you release me from any legal liability for any injuries or accidents that may occur during the course. Your safety is my priority, and I look forward to a positive and enjoyable learning experience together!