Abstract Landscapes with Oil & Coldwax

A fun and experimental 3 day workshop for those who would like to learn more about painting with oil and cold wax. Delivered by artist Laura Menzies

A fun and experimental 3 day workshop for those who would like to learn more about painting with oil and cold wax. The workshop will be a deep dive into various techniques and processes and focus on how you can create a series of atmospheric landscape paintings, full of layers, texture and depth.

Receive personalised support, experiment with various tools and materials, and learn how to incorporate powders and pigments. The workshop will also cover an introduction to abstraction, tone and value, colour mixing, and how to paint more freely and intuitively. It will also include plenty of tutor demonstrations, time for experimentation and play and opportunity for 1:1 feedback.

By the end of the 3 days you will of created a small series of around 15 atmospheric landscapes on both paper and board.

No prior experience of oil and coldwax is needed, just a willingness to be open and go with the flow. You may of already participated in one of my shorter courses or online webinars (available through The St Ives School of Painting) or worked independently with the medium. If this is the case you can build on your existing knowledge with my specialist support.

10.30am – 4.30pm each day, with an hours break

Price includes all materials & equipment.

Maximum participants 10

A split payment can be arranged if needs be. Please email me at [email protected].

The workshop will cover:

Working on paper & board
How to develop a series & find your personal voice
Introduction to abstract landscapes
Scaling up
Tone and value
Line and shape
Basic colour theory & mixing
Compositional techniques
Experimental mark making techniques
How to build layers of colour (opaque and transparent)
Working wet into wet & also wet into dry
Working intuitively & how to loosen up your approach
How to incorporate oil sticks and drawing mediums
Drips, pours and glazes
Using additives such as powders, sand and pigments