Paint and Pour With Louisa Ruthven

Join Louisa Ruthven for a textile art workshop taking inspiration from the landscapes of Joan Eardley in the Eric Robinson collection. We will explore the colours, textures and marks within her paintings and translate these into small, stitched samples. The workshop is suitable for all levels of ability, and no experience of embroidery is necessary.Louisa Ruthven is a visual artist working in textile and stitch. Her art is primarily nature led, and she is deeply committed to the land and the duality of its permanence and fragility. Louisa's work reflects both that delicacy and strength, as well as the beauty of colour, texture and line. Louisa is inspired by both a sense of place, the 'melancholy transience' of nature and the ancient memories held within the land.
Walking daily along the edges of the salt marshes and shorelines by her home forms an intrinsic part of her creative practice, with her observations and responses to the ebb and flow of the seasons also feeding and informing her work.
Https://www.Louisaruthven.Co.UKAbout Paint and Pour:
Paint and Pour is a monthly bookable artist-led session for adults at Kirkcudbright Galleries, which runs on a Wednesday evening throughout the winter.
These 2-hour sessions (6.30-8.30pm) are aimed at all abilities, inspired by our exhibitions programme. Each session is led by a different artist, to explore different approaches in an informal setting. Whether you are a confident creative, or are interested in trying something new, these classes are for you!
Tea and coffee will be available, and you are welcome to bring your own refreshments (wine glasses provided!).
All materials will be provided. Booking essential.