WORKSHOPS & DEMONSTRATIONS
We hold 6 workshops each year, alternating with 6 demonstrations by professional artists.
Visiting artists charge Beechwood a fee for their time, so members pay an additional charge for attending these events, which are
also open to non-members at a higher fee.
Workshops must be booked in advance. 10.30 am to 3.30 pm. Fees are currently £25 for members and £35 for non-members. To check availability, please contact Liz Grammenos
by
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or by phone 07909 853540. To book a place, a cheque should be sent to Liz Grammenos at her home address (which she will give you when you book) made payable to SAA
Amersham and post-dated one week before the workshop with the workshop name/date on the back.
Demonstrations/Art Lecture/Critique 10.30 am to 12.30 pm. Currently there is no charge for members, and £10 for
non-members, payable on the day.
WORKSHOP AND DEMONSTRATION DIARY FOR 2019
Workshop
Monday
21st January
Phil Biggs - ‘Landscapes and Snow Scenes’ - Watercolour
Phil did a demonstration last year and was so well-liked we have asked him back again to do a workshop. He wants us to have fun with watercolour
and is returning to show us how to tackle landscapes and snow scenes.
http://www.artprofile.co.uk
Demonstration
Wednesday
20th February
Gordon King - ‘Portrait in Watercolour’
Gordon King has long been regarded as one of the country's most popular contemporary artists working in watercolour, oils and acrylics. Visit his website to see just
how good he is!
http://www.gordonking.co.uk
Workshop
Monday
18th March
Mark Fennell - ‘Bucks Landscapes’ - Acrylics
Mark will be demonstrating and teaching how to quickly capture a dramatic landscape. He had a painting shortlisted for The Daily Mail 'Not the Turner Prize'. His
aim is to help artist see how their work can be improved and developed in a positive and constructive way.
http://www.markfennell.co.uk
Demonstration
Wednesday
17th April
George Boyter – ‘Italian Scene’ - Watercolour
After an award-winning career in advertising, George went on to study courses with both Alvaro Castenet and Joseph Zbukvik and brings this expertise to his own
demonstrations and workshops. He will demonstrate 4 stages to a successful watercolour painting.
http://www.georgeboyterartist.com
Pauline Hazlewood - ‘Seascape’ - Water-soluble oils
You may recall Pauline previously stood in for another artist. She was liked so much we invited her back in her own right to do a workshops. She trained
at The Central School of Art & Design and qualified with a BA (Hons) in graphic design. She also illustrates and writes her own books.
http://paulinehazlewood.com
Demonstration
Wednesday
26th June
Peter Keegan– ‘In the style of Monet’ - Acrylics / Oils
Back by popular demand, Peter will demonstrate how Monet produced paintings loved and admired by so many.
http://www.peterkeegan.co.uk
Workshop
Thursday
25th July
Peter Keegan - ‘In the style of Monet’ - Acrylics / Oils
Peter will explain in easy stages how artists such as Monet and the other Impressionists produced their signature style, colour palette and techniques
in their paintings.
http://www.peterkeegan.co.uk
Demonstration
Wednesday
21st August
Keith Hornblower - ‘Hertfordshire Landscape’ - Watercolour
Keith's approach to watercolour is lively and entertaining, de-mystifying the medium and dispelling the fear of white paper.
http:/www.keithhornblower.blogspot.co.uk
Workshop
Thursday
26th September
George Boyter - ‘Italian Scene’ - Watercolour
Hopefully you will have seen the demo in April. George will focus on composition, tonal values, clouds, reflections and figures. He holds a certificate for Teaching
in Higher Education, has studied anatomy and is a skilled drawer.
http://www.georgeboyterartist.com
Demonstration
Wednesday
23rd October
Jake Winkle - ‘Venice’ - Watercolour
Jake became a full-time professional artist in 1993. As well as exhibitions he has undertaken many fine art commissions for individuals and notable organisations including
The National Trust. Jake says, "Venice is close to my heart." It is the first visit to Beechwood for Jake.
http://www.jakewinkle.co.uk
Workshop
Thursday
21st November
Jake Winkle - ‘Venice’ - Watercolour
Jake will show us how to work fast and draw with the brush. He will show us how to bring life and energy to our work. We will hope to achieve two paintings during this
workshop, if we can be adventurous!
http://www.jakewinkle.co.uk
Demonstration
Wednesday
11 december
Joanna Stone - ‘Still Life’ - Oils
Joanna has a BA Honours in Fine Art and a post-graduate Art Teachers Certificate from Goldsmiths. During the demo she will speak about the process she works through from
the beginning to achieve a finished painting.
http://www.joannastoneartist.wordpress.com
