Sketch & Stroll: Learn Plein Air Drawing.
Would you like to learn how to sketch in the open air from a professional artist?
Join me, James Murch, for a unique sketching experience in the beautiful surroundings of Cockington Court. As a semi-finalist in Sky Arts Landscape Artist of the Year, the current Artist in Residence at Torre Abbey, and a former Resident Artist and now tenant at Cockington Court, I’ll share my techniques and insights from years of plein air painting in this inspiring location.
What You’ll Receive and Learn:
At the meeting point, you’ll receive a starter sketch kit, including a notepad, pencil, viewfinder, and eraser. I’ll guide you through using the kit, sharing expert tips to help you capture the beauty of your surroundings. Together, we’ll explore techniques like squinting and using the viewfinder to simplify your view and focus on the essential details of the landscape.
What to Expect:
We’ll stop at various scenic points along the route, exploring light and shade—the building blocks of great sketches. You’ll practice capturing the natural beauty around you in the plein air tradition followed by generations of landscape artists.
By the end of the tour, you might just discover your inner Van Gogh!
Highlights of the Experience:
Sketch in the inspiring surroundings of Cockington Court, featuring an ancient arboretum, apple orchard, lakes, woodland, and breathtaking sea views.
Energize your creativity by working directly in the open air, capturing the essence of the landscape.
Receive expert guidance tailored to your skill level.
Learn techniques to simplify your view and focus on light and shade, creating dynamic and expressive sketches.
End the tour with a well-earned drink at The Drum, a traditional English pub nestled in the heart of Cockington Village.
If you’re hooked by the end of the tour, you’ll even have the option to purchase your sketch kit and take up this relaxing and rewarding pastime at home!
Date:
Sunset, Sketch & Stroll
20th March – 5:00 PM
Book your place and spend a relaxed afternoon sketching the character and charm of Cockington Court.
Would you like to learn how to sketch in the open air from a professional artist?
Join me, James Murch, for a unique sketching experience in the beautiful surroundings of Cockington Court. As a semi-finalist in Sky Arts Landscape Artist of the Year, the current Artist in Residence at Torre Abbey, and a former Resident Artist and now tenant at Cockington Court, I’ll share my techniques and insights from years of plein air painting in this inspiring location.
What You’ll Receive and Learn:
At the meeting point, you’ll receive a starter sketch kit, including a notepad, pencil, viewfinder, and eraser. I’ll guide you through using the kit, sharing expert tips to help you capture the beauty of your surroundings. Together, we’ll explore techniques like squinting and using the viewfinder to simplify your view and focus on the essential details of the landscape.
What to Expect:
We’ll stop at various scenic points along the route, exploring light and shade—the building blocks of great sketches. You’ll practice capturing the natural beauty around you in the plein air tradition followed by generations of landscape artists.
By the end of the tour, you might just discover your inner Van Gogh!
Highlights of the Experience:
Sketch in the inspiring surroundings of Cockington Court, featuring an ancient arboretum, apple orchard, lakes, woodland, and breathtaking sea views.
Energize your creativity by working directly in the open air, capturing the essence of the landscape.
Receive expert guidance tailored to your skill level.
Learn techniques to simplify your view and focus on light and shade, creating dynamic and expressive sketches.
End the tour with a well-earned drink at The Drum, a traditional English pub nestled in the heart of Cockington Village.
If you’re hooked by the end of the tour, you’ll even have the option to purchase your sketch kit and take up this relaxing and rewarding pastime at home!
Date:
Sunset, Sketch & Stroll
20th March – 5:00 PM
Book your place and spend a relaxed afternoon sketching the character and charm of Cockington Court.
Would you like to learn how to sketch in the open air from a professional artist?
Join me, James Murch, for a unique sketching experience in the beautiful surroundings of Cockington Court. As a semi-finalist in Sky Arts Landscape Artist of the Year, the current Artist in Residence at Torre Abbey, and a former Resident Artist and now tenant at Cockington Court, I’ll share my techniques and insights from years of plein air painting in this inspiring location.
What You’ll Receive and Learn:
At the meeting point, you’ll receive a starter sketch kit, including a notepad, pencil, viewfinder, and eraser. I’ll guide you through using the kit, sharing expert tips to help you capture the beauty of your surroundings. Together, we’ll explore techniques like squinting and using the viewfinder to simplify your view and focus on the essential details of the landscape.
What to Expect:
We’ll stop at various scenic points along the route, exploring light and shade—the building blocks of great sketches. You’ll practice capturing the natural beauty around you in the plein air tradition followed by generations of landscape artists.
By the end of the tour, you might just discover your inner Van Gogh!
Highlights of the Experience:
Sketch in the inspiring surroundings of Cockington Court, featuring an ancient arboretum, apple orchard, lakes, woodland, and breathtaking sea views.
Energize your creativity by working directly in the open air, capturing the essence of the landscape.
Receive expert guidance tailored to your skill level.
Learn techniques to simplify your view and focus on light and shade, creating dynamic and expressive sketches.
End the tour with a well-earned drink at The Drum, a traditional English pub nestled in the heart of Cockington Village.
If you’re hooked by the end of the tour, you’ll even have the option to purchase your sketch kit and take up this relaxing and rewarding pastime at home!
Date:
Sunset, Sketch & Stroll
20th March – 5:00 PM
Book your place and spend a relaxed afternoon sketching the character and charm of Cockington Court.