Observation, Pure and Simple: workshop with John Dobbs: London

Produce a series of paintings through direct observation of what is meaningful to you. 

 The aim for the day will be to produce a series of paintings through direct observation of what is meaningful to you and try to present this to others. No decorating or second guessing and working as simply and unselfconsciously as possible.

In the morning, we will do a series of quick paintings simplifying form and finding the big shapes and then in the afternoon, more time will be spent on a longer still life setup.

About your tutor  

John Dobbs works mainly in oils, either direct from life or from drawings. He trained as a Draughtsman in electrical engineering before becoming a full time artist in 2003. He was awarded the NEAC Drawing Scholarship in 2012, and was elected a member of the NEAC in 2015. He was also elected a member of the Society of Wildlife Artists in 2019, having shown with them for the past three years. He has shown with the Royal Institute of Oil Painters since 2010 and has shown with the Royal British Artists. He has also previously exhibited in The Discerning Eye and Lynn Painter Stainers Prize.

What to bring

Sketchbooks, drawing and painting materials of your choice, with a series of smaller surfaces for the morning.

Zestit or equivalent should be used instead of white spirit if using oil paint.

There is a basic materials shop on site if required. There are tea and coffee making facilities on site and cafes nearby - but you might want to bring a packed lunch.

Date and time

Saturday, 17 June 2023
10:30 – 16:00