Upcoming Events
NOVEMBER 15 - DECEMBER 13
All event details to be announced soon
ELVASTON CASTLE COUNTRY PARK - DE72 3EP
SUNDAY 15TH NOVEMBER
10-2PM
FREE ENTRY
Parking
The event is free however parking charges apply There is a main car park that you have to pay for via an app (pay by phone) or cash via meters.
it’s £3.60 for 3hrs or £7.20 for all day
To fully engage with the day and your work without feeling under time pressure
I recommend buying an all day ticket.
(car share, or get a lift if possible)
The days can often run past the 4 hours and you are of course welcome to stay after the event and paint some more.
If you decide to do Half a day consider meeting us at 11 so you can make the meet up at 1:30
What actually happens on the day?
10:00am - Meet up
10:15am - Walk to a spot and decide what you want to paint
1:30pm - Meet at the classroom for a hot drink and discuss the day and the work produced
2:00pm - Finish
All mediums and abilities welcome
No experience needed.
In extreme weather we will paint in the courtyard to the right of the main castle which is exposed but sheltered.
The hardest thing about painting outside is generally getting your kit together and stepping outside your own front door, if you attend, then that is a success in itself.. don’t underestimate that.
We hope to see you in the field.
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What should I bring?
All your own painting materials (non are provided)
A pack lunch, snacks/water (optional)
A chair if you prefer to sit
An open mind
A positive spirit to be prepared to paint in all weathers
Dress for the weather
sunny: hat/suncream
rain: coat/umbrella
What is paint from life?
paint from life is about learning to see, create and connect through painting from direct observation - with Creativity, Connection and Community at it’s heart.
Creativity
Paint, Draw, Create
Learning to really see. Painting from life trains you to notice light, colour, shape and value, changing the way you see the world around you.
Connection
Connection with place, subject and yourself through the experience of painting from life. It encourages us to slow down, observe and become more present in the moment.
Community
A welcoming community built around creating, inspiring and learning from one another through painting from life.
Learn more about our origin and why it started
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