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Sweet Pea

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This lesson looks at applying watercolour paint and the right amount of water to create a painting of sweet peas.

Materials Required: a set of watercolour paints, brushes, water pot, palette, watercolour paper

This lesson was recorded from a live zoom lessons at The Guildford Institute. These have been edited so there is no interruption to the tuition and each lasts approximately 90-110 minutes. When you sign up you will be sent a photo to work from.

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Frog

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This lesson looks at how to apply layers of watercolour paint to create accurate colours and detail of a frog.

Materials Required: a set of watercolour paints, brushes, water pot, palette, watercolour paper

This lesson was recorded from a live zoom lessons at The Guildford Institute. These have been edited so there is no interruption to the tuition and each lasts approximately 90-110 minutes. When you sign up you will be sent a photo to work from.

Please read the Online Courses section (it is at the very bottom of the page) of my purchase terms and conditions here.

How to Paint a Rose in Watercolour

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Do you get frustrated with using watercolour? Do you have too little or too much water? Or are you a complete beginner wanting to learn this beautiful medium?

In this class you will learn how to apply different watercolour washes to create a rose that looks three dimensional. I will demonstrate how to add layers, use colour in a fun way and add detail. My relaxed teaching style will help students of all abilities gain confidence and improve their painting skills.

Materials Needed: A set of watercolours, brushes, water pot, watercolour paper. I will email you a vimeo link and photo to work from when you sign up on or before the date above. You will need a phone/pc/tablet.

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Butterfly

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This lesson shows how to combine two different techniques of watercolour layering and wet on wet to create a butterfly on a buddleia.

Materials Required: a set of watercolour paints, brushes, water pot, palette, watercolour paper

This lesson was recorded from a live zoom lessons at The Guildford Institute. These have been edited so there is no interruption to the tuition and each lasts approximately 90-110 minutes. When you sign up you will be sent a photo to work from.

Please read the Online Courses section (it is at the very bottom of the page) of my purchase terms and conditions here.

Landscape

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This lesson shows how to combine two different techniques of watercolour layering and wet on wet to create a landscape.

Materials Required: a set of watercolour paints, brushes, water pot, palette, watercolour paper

This lesson was recorded from a live zoom lessons at The Guildford Institute. These have been edited so there is no interruption to the tuition and each lasts approximately 90-110 minutes. When you sign up you will be sent a photo to work from.

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This class is for all abilities. I will show you how to paint a landscape in watercolour, this will include how to paint trees from a distance. I will email you a picture when you sign up. I will demonstrate how to plan your picture, how to add colour and use watercolour washes in layers. All you need is a set of watercolours, watercolour paper, a jam jar and brushes.

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How to Paint Animals in Watercolour

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Do you get frustrated with using watercolour? Do you have too little or too much water? Or are you a complete beginner wanting to learn this beautiful medium?

In this class you will learn how to apply different watercolour washes to create a furry mouse. I will demonstrate how to add layers and detail. My relaxed teaching style will help students of all abilities gain confidence and improve their painting skills.

Materials Needed: A set of watercolours, brushes, water pot, watercolour paper. I will email you a vimeo link and photo to work from when you sign up. You will need a phone/pc/tablet.

Please read the Online Courses section (it is at the very bottom of the page) of my purchase terms and conditions here.

This class is for all abilities. I will demonstrate how to paint a bird in watercolour.  I will email you a picture when you sign up. I will show you how to build up the layers of colour and detail to give your painting depth and realism.  All you need is watercolour set, watercolour paper, brushes and water pot.

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Learn How to Draw Birds

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This class is for all abilities. I will demonstrate how to draw a bird in pencil and I will email you a picture when you sign up. I will show you how to capture proportion, plan your picture and add colour to your bird so it looks realistic. All you need is coloured pencils - and some paper - plain is best - but if you don't have it don't worry!! Rubber and a sharpener will be beneficial.

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Flower - Using Colour Tonally - Coloured Pencil

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This lesson looks at adding shading using tonal colour to a daisy.

Materials Required: a set of coloured pencils, an eraser, putty rubber beneficial, sharpener, paper

This lesson was from the course Core Skills - It's All About Colour, I will explain the fundamentals of the colour wheel and how to apply them in this in depth course.  Students will learn how to apply colour vibrantly without creating brown and I will demonstrate how you can experiment with colour effectively in your art work. 

This lesson was recorded from a live zoom lessons at The Guildford Institute. These have been edited so there is no interruption to the tuition and each lasts approximately 90-110 minutes. When you sign up you will be sent a photo to work from.

Please read the Online Courses section (it is at the very bottom of the page) of my purchase terms and conditions here.

Bird - Realism - Pastel Pencils

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This lesson looks at adding realistic colours to a drawing of a bird.

Materials Required: a set of coloured pastel pencils, an eraser, putty rubber beneficial, sharpener, pastel paper

This lesson was from the course Core Skills - It's All About Colour, I will explain the fundamentals of the colour wheel and how to apply them in this in depth course.  Students will learn how to apply colour vibrantly without creating brown and I will demonstrate how you can experiment with colour effectively in your art work. 

This lesson was recorded from a live zoom lessons at The Guildford Institute. These have been edited so there is no interruption to the tuition and each lasts approximately 90-110 minutes. When you sign up you will be sent a photo to work from.

Please read the Online Courses section (it is at the very bottom of the page) of my purchase terms and conditions here.

Draw a Rose in Coloured Pencil

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This lesson looks at using line to create a three dimensional flower with shading using just lines with coloured pencils.

Materials Required: a set of coloured pencils, an eraser, putty rubber beneficial, sharpener, paper

This lesson was part of the Core Skills - Using Line Course where inspiration was taken from Ruskin, I will demonstrate how to create pencil drawings using a variety of lines.  Students will learn how to draw using both an ordinary pencil and coloured pencil with line.  Proportion, shading and colour will be demonstrated.  

This lesson was recorded from a live zoom lessons at The Guildford Institute. These have been edited so there is no interruption to the tuition and each lasts approximately 90-110 minutes. When you sign up you will be sent a photo to work from.

Please read the Online Courses section (it is at the very bottom of the page) of my purchase terms and conditions here.

Draw a Bridge in Coloured Pencil (Tonal Colours)

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This lesson looks at using line, shading and perspective to create a bridge, using coloured pencils.

Materials Required: a set of coloured pencils, an eraser, putty rubber beneficial, sharpener, paper

This lesson was part of the Core Skills - Using Line Course where inspiration was taken from Ruskin, I will demonstrate how to create pencil drawings using a variety of lines.  Students will learn how to draw using both an ordinary pencil and coloured pencil with line.  Proportion, shading and colour will be demonstrated.  

This lesson was recorded from a live zoom lessons at The Guildford Institute. These have been edited so there is no interruption to the tuition and each lasts approximately 90-110 minutes. When you sign up you will be sent a photo to work from.

Please read the Online Courses section (it is at the very bottom of the page) of my purchase terms and conditions here.

How to Draw Honeysuckle in Pen & Wash

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Do you want to learn how to draw in pen? Or do you need more confidence in drawing? Then this is the class for you!

In this class you will learn how to draw a honeysuckle in pen, add tone using line and highlight with watercolour. How to capture proportion, form and watercolour washes will be demonstrated. My relaxed teaching style will help students of all abilities gain confidence and improve their drawing skills.

Materials Needed: A set of watercolours, brushes, water pot, watercolour paper. I will email you a vimeo link and photo to work from when you sign up. You will need a phone/pc/tablet.

Please read the Online Courses section (it is at the very bottom of the page) of my purchase terms and conditions here.

How to Draw a Bird in Pen and Ink

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Do you want to capture birds in pen and wash? Do you want to loosen up your drawing? Then this is the class for you!

In this class you will learn how to draw a bird in pen, add tone using line and highlight with ink washes. How to capture proportion, form and adding washes will all be demonstrated. My relaxed teaching style will help students of all abilities gain confidence and improve their drawing skills.

Materials Needed: Black ink, dipping pen, a set of coloured inks or watercolours, brushes, water pot, watercolour paper. I will email you a vimeo link and photo to work from when you sign up on or before the date above. You will need a phone/pc/tablet.

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Workshop - Pen and Ink

I will share my vast knowledge and enthusiasm for one of my favourite mediums.  This workshop will be a comprehensive introduction into the versatility of pen and ink.  This is a great medium to loosen up with and confidently overcome mistakes and challenges within your artwork. For all abilities.

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Materials Required: 300gsm watercolour paper, Dipping Pen with a drawing nib (not a calligraphy nib), water pot, brushes, palette for mixing ink and water, pot for dipping pen for mixing ink/water, bottle of ink either black permanent Quink by parker or FW Black Acrylic ink [please note that if you can afford both, this is best as they have very different qualities when mixed with water], a permanent/lightfast 0.2 fibre tip pen or a black biro, a set of watercolours or coloured inks (not essential).

This lesson was recorded from a live zoom lessons at The Guildford Institute. These have been edited so there is no interruption to the tuition and each lasts approximately 90-110 minutes. When you sign up you will be sent a photo to work from.

Please read the Online Courses section (it is at the very bottom of the page) of my purchase terms and conditions here.

How to Paint a Tiger in Acrylic

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Are there some subjects you just avoid painting? Are they too complicated and you don't know where to start? Many artists experience this whether they are a complete beginner or professional.

In this class you will learn how to paint in acrylic with confidence. I have over 20 years experience showing students how to work in all mediums. I will show you how to capture this majestic animal and make it detailed and realistic.

Materials Needed: A set of acrylics, brushes, water pot, thick cartridge paper. I will email you a vimeo link and photo to work from when you sign up on or before the date above. You will need a phone/pc/tablet.

Please read the Online Courses section (it is at the very bottom of the page) of my purchase terms and conditions here.

Workshop - Painting Landscapes

In this workshop I demonstrate three different types of landscape painting, realism, impressionism and fauvism so that students can choose a style that best suits them.  Students will learn how to apply colour, create depth and detail in their preferred style.  For all abilities.

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Materials Required: a set of acrylic paints, brushes, water pot, palette, mixed media paper

This lesson was recorded from a live zoom lessons at The Guildford Institute. These have been edited so there is no interruption to the tuition and each lasts approximately 90-110 minutes. When you sign up you will be sent a photo to work from.

Please read the Online Courses section (it is at the very bottom of the page) of my purchase terms and conditions here.

Landscape - All Colours - Gouache

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This lesson looks at mixing and using bright colours in a fauvist style to create a landscape.

Materials Required: a set of gouache paints, brushes, water pot, palette, mixed media/watercolour paper

This lesson was from the course Core Skills - It's All About Colour, I will explain the fundamentals of the colour wheel and how to apply them in this in depth course.  Students will learn how to apply colour vibrantly without creating brown and I will demonstrate how you can experiment with colour effectively in your art work. 

This lesson was recorded from a live zoom lessons at The Guildford Institute. These have been edited so there is no interruption to the tuition and each lasts approximately 90-110 minutes. When you sign up you will be sent a photo to work from.

Please read the Online Courses section (it is at the very bottom of the page) of my purchase terms and conditions here.

How to Draw Hands

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Do you find drawing hands difficult? Or does the whole idea of drawing hands frighten you? Then this is the class for you!

In this class you will learn how to draw hands in pencil, getting the proportion accurate and how to add shading. My relaxed teaching style will help students of all abilities gain confidence and improve their drawing skills.

Materials Needed: A set of pencils, eraser and thick cartridge paper. I will email you a vimeo link and photo to work from when you sign up on or before the date above. You will need a phone/pc/tablet.

Please read the Online Courses section (it is at the very bottom of the page) of my purchase terms and conditions here.

How to Draw Insects & Flowers

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Do you want to improve your drawing skills and have more confidence in tackling any subject? Or are you a complete beginner and never know where to start? Then this is the class for you!

In this class you will learn how to draw detailed insect in pencil resting on a flower. My relaxed teaching style will help students of all abilities gain confidence and improve their drawing skills.

Materials Needed: A set of pencils, eraser and thick cartridge paper. I will email you a vimeo link and photo to work from when you sign up on or before the date above. You will need a phone/pc/tablet.

Please read the Online Courses section (it is at the very bottom of the page) of my purchase terms and conditions here.

Drawing a Flower

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This lesson looks at proportion, shading and capturing a complicated multi-petalled peony.

Materials Required: a 4B/6B pencil, an eraser, putty rubber beneficial, sharpener, paper

This lesson was from the Core Skills - It's All About Pencil Course. The allure of art materials is great, but all you need to create a great drawing is a pencil.  I will share my knowledge to help you increase your drawing technique by demonstrating the versatility of the humble pencil.

This lesson was recorded from a live zoom lessons at The Guildford Institute. These have been edited so there is no interruption to the tuition and each lasts approximately 90-110 minutes. When you sign up you will be sent a photo to work from.

Please read the Online Courses section (it is at the very bottom of the page) of my purchase terms and conditions here.

Drawing People

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This lesson looks at shading and proportion of drawing faces.

Materials Required: a 4B/6B pencil, an eraser, putty rubber beneficial, sharpener, paper

This lesson was from the Core Skills - It's All About Pencil Course. The allure of art materials is great, but all you need to create a great drawing is a pencil.  I will share my knowledge to help you increase your drawing technique by demonstrating the versatility of the humble pencil.

This lesson was recorded from a live zoom lessons at The Guildford Institute. These have been edited so there is no interruption to the tuition and each lasts approximately 90-110 minutes. When you sign up you will be sent a photo to work from.

Please read the Online Courses section (it is at the very bottom of the page) of my purchase terms and conditions here.

Drawing Texture

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This lesson looks at shading and texture of bark on a tree.

Materials Required: a 4B/6B pencil, an eraser, putty rubber beneficial, sharpener, paper

This lesson was from the Core Skills - It's All About Pencil Course. The allure of art materials is great, but all you need to create a great drawing is a pencil.  I will share my knowledge to help you increase your drawing technique by demonstrating the versatility of the humble pencil.

This lesson was recorded from a live zoom lessons at The Guildford Institute. These have been edited so there is no interruption to the tuition and each lasts approximately 90-110 minutes. When you sign up you will be sent a photo to work from.

Please read the Online Courses section (it is at the very bottom of the page) of my purchase terms and conditions here.

Draw a Rose in Drawing Pencil

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This lesson looks at using line to create a three dimensional flower with shading using just line.

Materials Required: a 2B/HB pencil, an eraser, putty rubber beneficial, sharpener, paper

This lesson was part of the Core Skills - Using Line Course where inspiration was taken from Ruskin, I will demonstrate how to create pencil drawings using a variety of lines.  Students will learn how to draw using both an ordinary pencil and coloured pencil with line.  Proportion, shading and colour will be demonstrated.  

This lesson was recorded from a live zoom lessons at The Guildford Institute. These have been edited so there is no interruption to the tuition and each lasts approximately 90-110 minutes. When you sign up you will be sent a photo to work from.

Please read the Online Courses section (it is at the very bottom of the page) of my purchase terms and conditions here.

Draw a Bridge in Drawing Pencil (Perspective)

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This lesson looks at using line, shading and perspective to create a bridge.

Materials Required: a 2B/HB pencil, an eraser, putty rubber beneficial, sharpener, paper

This lesson was part of the Core Skills - Using Line Course where inspiration was taken from Ruskin, I will demonstrate how to create pencil drawings using a variety of lines.  Students will learn how to draw using both an ordinary pencil and coloured pencil with line.  Proportion, shading and colour will be demonstrated.  

This lesson was recorded from a live zoom lessons at The Guildford Institute. These have been edited so there is no interruption to the tuition and each lasts approximately 90-110 minutes. When you sign up you will be sent a photo to work from.

Please read the Online Courses section (it is at the very bottom of the page) of my purchase terms and conditions here.

Drawing in Pencil

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This class is for complete beginners. We will be drawing white crockery (Claire will email you a picture) when you sign up. Claire will demonstrate how to draw ellipses, drawing in perspective and how to shade. All you need is a pencil - any normal pencil and some paper - plain is best - but if you don't have it don't worry!! Lined paper will do! A rubber and sharpener would be beneficial.

This lesson was recorded from live lessons on zoom and lasts approximately just under the hour, it has been edited so that tuition is uninterrupted.

Please read the Online Courses section (it is at the very bottom of the page) of my purchase terms and conditions here.

Learn to Draw Landscapes in Pencil

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This class is for complete beginners. We will be drawing a landscape. (Claire will email you a picture) when you sign up. Claire will demonstrate how to plan your picture, draw in proportion and how to create depth in your landscape. All you need is a pencil - and some paper - plain is best - but if you don't have it don't worry!! Lined paper will do! Rubber and sharpener is beneficial.

This lesson was recorded from live lessons on zoom and lasts approximately just under the hour, it has been edited so that tuition is uninterrupted. This lesson will show you how to complete, each part of the drawing, but this will take over an hour to complete so this lesson does not show you from start to finish. However all the information is in the lesson so you can complete this and gain confidence on your own.

Please read the Online Courses section (it is at the very bottom of the page) of my purchase terms and conditions here.

Drawing in Biro

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This class is for complete beginners. We will be drawing a cuddly toy! (Claire will email you a picture) when you sign up. Claire will demonstrate how to draw texture, drawing in proportion and how to shade. All you need is a biro (well a few just in case you run out of ink..) - and some paper - plain is best - but if you don't have it don't worry!! Lined paper will do!

This lesson was recorded from live lessons on zoom and lasts approximately just under the hour, it has been edited so that tuition is uninterrupted.

Please read the Online Courses section (it is at the very bottom of the page) of my purchase terms and conditions here.

Learn to How to Develop an Abstract

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This class is for all abilities. We will be learning how to develop an abstract. (Claire will email you a picture) when you sign up. Claire will demonstrate how to plan your picture, how to abstract your inspiration and add colour. All you need is a pencil - and some paper - plain is best - but if you don't have it don't worry!! Lined paper will do! Rubber, sharpener and some colour (pencils/different coloured pens/biros - whatever you have) will be beneficial.

This lesson was recorded from live lessons on zoom and lasts approximately just under the hour, it has been edited so that tuition is uninterrupted. This lesson will show you how to complete, each part of the abstract drawing, but this will take over an hour to complete so this lesson does not show you from start to finish. However all the information is in the lesson so you can complete this and gain confidence on your own.

Please read the Online Courses section (it is at the very bottom of the page) of my purchase terms and conditions here.

Workshop - Understanding Abstracts

I will explain and demonstrate the different types of abstract art, from Paul Klee, to Kandinsky and Mondrian.  Students will understand the different styles of abstract art and how to create them.  I will explain how to create composition and apply colour.  Students can choose the type of paint they work in.  For all abilities.

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Materials Required: I will be using in the video: I will be using a set of watercolours, water jar, brushes, 300gsm watercolour paper and a permanent fine liner.  If you don’t have these you can use chalk pastels or colouring pencils.

This lesson was recorded from a live zoom lessons at The Guildford Institute. These have been edited so there is no interruption to the tuition and each lasts approximately 90-110 minutes. When you sign up photos of inspiration will be provided when you sign up.

Please read the Online Courses section (it is at the very bottom of the page) of my purchase terms and conditions here.

Drawing for Beginners

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(Normal price for all three £19.50)

This bundle is great for the complete beginner, doesn't know where to start drawing with a blank piece of paper. This bundle includes four lessons that cover how to start your drawings, capture proportion, use lines descriptively, add shading and texture.

Lessons include and should be completed in the following order,

1. Draw a jug in pencil
2. Draw a landscape in pencil
3. Draw a toy in biro

Materials Required: Paper (preferably drawing cartridge), eraser, pencil (preferably 4B) and a biro.

Drawing Bundle - Intermediate

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(Normal price for all five £41.50)

This bundle is great for those who want to expand or brush up on their drawing skills or develop what they learnt from the beginners bundle. I look at texture, detail, and shading in depth. I show you how to draw people, hands and insects in proportion and a bridge in perspective.

Lessons include and should be completed in the following order,

1. Draw a bridge
2. Draw hands
3. Draw people
4. Draw a flower and insect
5. Drawing texture

Materials Required: Paper (preferably drawing cartridge), eraser, pencil (preferably 4B or a 6B).

Drawing in Colour Bundle

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(Normal price for all four £35.00)

This bundle is great for those who want to learn how to apply colour to your drawings. These lessons demonstrate how to use colour tonally, realistically, add shading in colour and use colour creatively.

Lessons include and should be completed in the following order,

1. Tonal Flower
2. Draw a Bird
3. Draw a Rose
4. Draw a Bridge

Materials Required: Paper (preferably drawing cartridge), eraser, a set of coloured pencils.

Watercolour

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(Normal price for all four £32.00)

This bundle is great for those who want to learn all about watercolour from layering to wet-on-wet. Learn how to control the colour in the water, mix colours, maintain the vibrancy of colour and add shading.

Lessons include and should be completed in the following order,

1. Sweet Pea
2. Rose
3. Landscape
4. Frog

Materials Required: Watercolour Paper, A set of watercolours, brushes, water pot,

Who Am I?

Hi, I am Claire, and I have been a professional artist for the last 20 years since graduating and I love sharing my love of drawing and painting with others. I have taught many adults and children over these two decades and have vast technical knowledge in all 2D drawing and painting mediums. I have many one-to-one students who need help with their art scholarships, GCSE's and A levels. I frequently support my peers who get creative block or who want to learn a specific skill. If you prefer a live lesson and live feedback from a tutor then you can buy one-to-one tuition from me, for more information click here.

Why Online?

I launched my online art lessons to support my students during the first 2020 Covid-19 lockdown. These lessons are a demonstration in a specific technique, drawing or painting a particular subject. There are three types of lessons, those that last approximately an hour and were a live recording, those that last an hour that were recorded without a live audience and those which are approximately 90+ minutes which were recorded live from my classes from the Guildford Institute. All these recordings have been so popular that I now record lessons without an audience demonstrating a specific skill so you can watch them and learn at your leisure.

What Happens After I Buy The Lesson?

I am an artist working away in Sussex and don't have a fancy automated system I'm afraid! Therefore I endeavour to email you a link to the recording on Vimeo and the photograph that I work from in the lesson with 1-2 working days after I receive your purchase. Please note that this process is slowed down if you don't pay by PayPal online and choose "By Email" instead, as I will email you a link to pay by card via iZettle and will wait for your payment before I send you the link and photo. If you haven't received the lesson by then please check your junk folder.

How Long will the Recording be Available For?

You can watch the recording as many times as you like. Currently there is no deadline on watching the recordings. These will be available for a minimum of 12 months. After which I may have to remove some due to capacity issues on my Vimeo account. If you experience any problems accessing the recordings, just email me with your proof of purchase and I can make these available to you again.

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