Art Workshops with Kerry Newell

9.30am - 4.30pmJoin professional wildlife artist, Kerry Newell, for her full-day art workshops here at Martin Mere.

Be inspired by our wetland setting as Kerry’s expertise and passion takes your skills further in your wildlife artwork.These pastel and watercolour workshops cater to all artistic abilities.

Whether you’re a beginner or more advanced, Kerry will guide you through the best techniques to use with your medium, and cover composition, contrast, tonal values, shades and more.Date Workshop 23 May Pastel Workshop 18 July Watercolour Workshop 26 September Pastel Workshop 21 November Watercolour WorkshopRequired Materials for the day:Recommended supplies Watercolour workshop Pastel workshop Pencil, sharpener & eraser x x Board & masking tape x x Mixing palette xTwo water containers xWatercolour brushes xFine mist spray bottle xWatercolour tubes or pan paints x Soft pastels & pastel pencils x Watercolour orMixed media paper9” x 12” 140lb or more x Pastel Paper 9” x 12”(e.g.

Clairefontaine Pastelmat) xPlan for the dayOn arrival all attendees will be given a welcome sheet introducing them to Kerry, the medium to be used and briefly covering the techniques and some arty terminology too.Introduction to the day’s subject and materials; e.g. paper, paints & brushes etc.

Including a brief explanation on how the medium works and advice on how to make the most of the day.Best methods for preparing the painting or drawing surface.Different methods for transferring a sketch.Beginning the painting/drawing.Covering composition, contrast, tonal values, shades, and more.Understanding colour using the colour wheel for reference.Watercolour workshops include working wet on wet, wet on dry techniques, the importance of lost and found edges & negative painting.During the day there will be plenty of time for questions, something that Kerry actively encourages.There will also be a break for lunch, a little time to relax with your packed lunch or enjoy something in the Martin Mere restaurant.Kerry usually ends the day with advice on how individuals can take their craft a step further, how best to utilise the supplies they already have, and suggestions for additional supplies.Beginners are welcomed and all participants are encouraged to suggest ideas for future workshops.Http://www.Kerrynewell.Com/