Course Info
On this new online course, using ZOOM, we aim to mirror, the format and ambitions of our popular 'Freedom in Painting' courses in Porthleven. Suitable for artists with some experience. You will need a space to work and a reasonable internet connection and a laptop or tablet.
This unspoilt Cornish fishing-village, with its' iconic clock- tower and unique double-harbour, is our inspiration for this 5-day online painting course. Those who have been will know its special appeal for artists. For those yet to visit, Ashley will bring it to life with an introductory Powerpoint presentation about the village, the artists who have painted it and his own ‘Porthleven’ series. Working in a small group of 7, over the 5 days there will demonstrations, group exercises and individual tuition from 9.30 - 1pm, with the afternoons devoted to individual working. The course will end with our traditional Group Critique, where we can see and discuss your new 'Porthleven' paintings.
Click here for review and gallery from the COVID safe Autumn 2020 Porthleven courses
Click here for review and gallery from the October 2019 Porthleven courses
During the course, artists will be able to see the progess of Ashley's latest 'Porthleven' painting, number 52.
In advance of the course, we recommend artists download the ZOOM App and familiarise themselves with how it operates. We will send a guide to ZOOM and your link to the ZOOM meeting (Your Workshop) a week before the workshop. Below is a guide to the format for the 5 days:
On Sat, Sun, Mon, Tues, contact time is 9.30-1pm with individual working in the afternoon. On Wednesday afternoon, we have a Group Critique 3.30 - 5pm
SAT 8 MAY, 9.15-1PM
The course will begin at 9.15 with a 15 minute settling-in period where we make sure everyone can see and hear Ashley, your tutor, and a chance to say hello to your fellow artists. At 9.30am there will be an introductory talk and POWERPOINT Presentation, followed by a demonstration and a group exercise. (Artists to email an image ot their painting to Ashley at the end of the day and Ashley will send an image of his painting to the artists).
SUN 9 MAY,9.30-1PM
A demonstration and group-exercise to be followed by individual working. Individual tuition to begin at 10.30. Tutorials will be 15 mins per artist, with a five minute gap between each. Just before their tutorial, artists are asked to email Ashley the latest stage of their painting(s).
MON 10 MAY, 9.30-1PM
Brief talk and demonstation. Tutorials 10.30 -1pm, 15 mins per artist.
TUES 11 MAY
Brief talk and demonstration. Tutorials 10.30 -1pm, 15 mins per artist
WED 12 MAY 9.30-5PM
Brief talk and demonstration. Tutorials 10.30 - 1pm, 15 mins per artist.
During the afternoon-session, whilst artists are working, Ashley will prepare a POWERPOINT presentation for the Group Critique, starting 3.30 til 5pm. Artists are asked to email images of their paintings for inclusion in the presentation.
What To Bring
Two canvases, MIN, but best to have extra on hand just in case. - we all have our own pace. Use whatever paints you prefer although I'll be working in oils. Have a good selection of colours and make sure you have extra white as it always runs out. Plenty of brushes, a palette knife, paint medium (for oils) and paint-pots (yogurt pots, tuna-fish can etc) will be needed.
About Your Tutor
Ashley has over 30 years experience as a professional artist and an experienced, knowledgeable and generous teacher. He has been a Visiting Lecturer at Canterbury Christchurch University and the National Academy of Art, Bergen, Norway and since 2009 has been running his own independent courses and workshops in Cornwall and Kent, ensuring that the teaching you will receive throughout the course will be of the highest standard. Ashley's paintings have been shown nationally and internationally. His work has been selected for the Royal Academy Summer Exhibition, the Discerning Eye and the National Open Art Exhibition. He has been a recipient of the Boise Travel Scholarship form the Slade School of Art and is a former prizewinner of the Hunting Art Prizes.
Terms and Conditions
You can make a booking by clicking on the Book Now link above or by calling Denise on 01208 77656 or 07957 665378.
Please complete the booking form and send a £100 deposit at time of booking, followed by the balance to be received before Thurs 8th April 2021. If you prefer you can send full payment at the time of booking.
Once payment has been received, we will send you confirmation by email of your place on the course. (Please note your place is not confirmed until we have received the booking form and payment.)
Cancellation by us
We reserve the right to cancel the course due to unforeseen circumstances; all monies received will be refunded.
Force Majeur
Refunds do not apply when your course is cancelled as result of an event which is beyond our reasonable control, such as risk of war or threat of war, riot, civil strife, industrial dispute, terrorist activity, natural disaster, fire or adverse weather conditions, pandemics, epidemics or other outbreaks of disease and infection, accidents, or failure in the supply of electricity, heating, lighting or telecommunications equipment and similar events beyond our control. We are not liable for any loss suffered by you resulting from any event which is beyond our reasonable control. Under these circumstances we will offer you a credit towards any of our courses to be used within the next 18 months.
