Champney Treasure House

Education Room, First Floor

Portrait painting is one of the biggest challenges that any artist can undertake but also one of the most rewarding. 

In this workshop, experienced painter and tutor, Phil White will guide you through a set of techniques to help improve your portraiture skills. Amongst the things he will focus on are how the use of light and angles can make capturing a likeness easier, as well as how to mix realistic skin tones. "Even just simple measuring and a knowledge of anatomy can help grow your confidence", says Phil.

For beginners to more experienced artists.

Please bring along:

• up to 6 printed out photos, or images on a tablet device, of the person you would like to paint.
• also bring the following materials that you would like to work with: e.g. pastels, coloured pencils, acrylics, watercolours, brushes and boards or canvases, (10 x 12 inches or 12 x 14 inches sizes suggested),
• a table easel if you like using one.
• You could use oils, but please bring all you need to clean up, including a securely lidded container for your used turpentine.

Be aware you'll be taking home a wet painting too.

Pencils and paper for rough work will be provided. Bring your own and a sketchbook if you prefer.

Drinks, snacks and lunch can be ordered from the café, or you can bring your own.

Please note the car park at the back of the Champney Treasure House is for a maximum of 4 hours, so alternative car parking in other car parks across Beverley is advised.

Book online or call the booking line on (01482) 392699 (9am - 4.30pm Monday - Friday).