Eastbourne pier and surrounding area.
(UPDATED: Meet at Wish Tower Car Park, Eastbourne)
PRICE: £90
Eastbourne pier and surrounding area
A one-day workshop to explore the use of the figure in context to drive narratives based on plein air sketching from life ...
Starting at Eastbourne Pier, Robert will outline his plan for the day. He will challenge you with a series of quick-fire sketchbook exercises in both monochrome and colour.
Together, you will then move to a nearby area where the landscape is more intimate and atmospheric. This part of the session will begin with a brief discussion as to how the human figure is used as a tool to develop stories, create tension, and suggest ambiguous or symbolic meaning.
Through a series of longer studies, you will then work with a clothed model placed into the landscape to explore the figure within the context of these surroundings.
At the end of the session there will be an opportunity to examine your findings and consider how these ideas can be used in the future.
All levels of experience are welcome.
ABOUT YOUR TUTOR
Robert E Wells is a Yorkshire-born artist, known for his cityscape paintings as well as rural landscapes and figurative works. He finds inspiration in the unusual aspects of everyday life, encouraging the viewer to create their own narrative interpretations of his often ambiguous and sometimes conflicting imagery. A member of the New English Art Club and The Royal Society British Artists, he regularly exhibits his work in solo shows.
WHAT TO BRING
- Sketchbooks, any size
- Pre-prepared boards / papers, any size and something to lean on
- Any pens, pencils, paints, mixed-media, as preferred by the individual
- Sketching stool and/or portable easel if you have them
- Telephones, cameras and iPads are most welcome
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Please dress appropriately and be prepared for any weather conditions
DATE AND TIME
Saturday 21 September 2024
10:30 – 16:30