Painting at Pensthorpe

Four-Week Oils & Acrylics Painting & Drawing Courses in Norfolk

Join me at my gallery and workshop at Pensthorpe Natural Park for a four-week painting and drawing course inspired by the wildlife, flowers and scenery around Norfolk.

Each course has a different theme and is designed to help you develop your drawing, oils and acrylic painting skills, whatever your current level of experience.

During each session, I’ll lead you through guided drawing instruction and a step-by-step paint-along. You’ll also have time to develop your own work, explore the techniques in your own way and receive individual support from me as you paint.

These courses are suitable for complete beginners, improvers and more experienced artists.

OILS &
ACRYLIC PAINT

MATERIALS INCLUDED

ONLY 12 SPACES AVAILABLE

REFRESHMENTS INCLUDED

9.30AM - 12PM
& 1 - 3.30PM

FROM £198 PER PERSON

Spend four weeks learning how to paint beautiful North Norfolk beach scenes in acrylics and oils, exploring coastal landscapes, sandy shores, rolling waves and the changing colours and light of the seaside.

Experiment with colour and texture, and build confidence capturing the atmosphere and natural beauty of the coast.

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Take inspiration from the water, reflections, landscapes and wildlife of Pensthorpe.

I’ll guide you through techniques for creating water, depth, movement and atmosphere, alongside drawing and painting some of the wildlife that can be seen around the reserve.

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What to Expect

Across the course, we’ll use the wildlife and natural surroundings of Pensthorpe as inspiration for our drawings and paintings. Workshops are held indoors, any outside activities are weather dependent.

The sessions combine guided instruction, a supported paint-along and time to develop your individual skills. I’ll be there throughout to demonstrate techniques, answer questions and offer one-to-one guidance.

You do not need any previous painting experience to join. More experienced artists are also very welcome and can use the sessions to develop their techniques and explore each subject in greater depth.

9.30am to 12pm OR 1pm to 3.30pm | Four guided weekly sessions

Drawing instruction | Oils & acrylic paint-alongs | Time for individual development & support

All painting & drawing materials included | Tea, coffee & biscuits provided

Suitable for all experience levels

Course Fee

From £198 per course

A 10% concession price of £198 is available for on the ‘Waterscapes & Wildlife’ course for:

  • Pensthorpe Members

  • Creative Chiro clients

  • Art Academy Members

By selecting the discounted rate, you agree that your name and email address may be checked with Pensthorpe Natural Park or Creative Chiro to confirm your current membership or customer status.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • The courses take place at:

    Claire Frances Smith Gallery & Workshop
    Pensthorpe Natural Park
    Fakenham Road
    Fakenham
    Norfolk
    NR21 0LN

  • Yes. Free parking at Pensthorpe is included for all course participants.

  • All painting and drawing materials are included in the course fee but please bring paper towel, an apron and some wet wipes.

  • Each session includes guided drawing instruction and a step-by-step acrylic paint-along. You’ll also have time to develop your own work and individual skills, with support and guidance from me throughout.

  • Not at all. These courses are suitable for complete beginners, improvers and more experienced artists. I’ll provide full guidance throughout and adapt my support to your level.

  • Each class is limited to just twelve participants, allowing for a calm, supportive atmosphere and plenty of individual guidance throughout the day.

  • There will be time for independent development, but you will not be left to work things out alone. I’ll demonstrate techniques, guide the group through the main stages and offer individual support as you work.

  • Yes. Places are limited to 12 per class and booking is essential.

  • Each course has its own theme:

    Waterscapes and Wildlife
    Beautiful Beaches

    We’ll take inspiration from the wildlife, plants and scenery of Pensthorpe Natural Park and surrounding Norfolk countryside.

  • Each course includes four weekly sessions, held on Tuesdays from 9.30am to 12pm or 1pm to 3.30pm. or Wednesdays from 10.30am to 12.30pm or 2pm to 4pm.

  • Workshops are delivered indoors, however we may access the park as a group as part of the 2 hour session. This is restricted to the duration of the class and at the tutors discretion.
    If you are a member of Pensthorpe you can access the park according to your Membership conditions.

  • The main focus will be acrylics and oils painting, alongside guided drawing and preparatory sketching.

  • The sessions are designed as a complete four-week course, so places are booked as a full block rather than individually.

  • The course fee covers the full four-week block. I’m unable to offer refunds, discounts or credits for individual sessions that you are unable to attend, however handouts and course material from the missed session will be made available for collection when you are able to pick up from the gallery.

  • If you need to cancel your place more than seven days before the course begins, I may be able to offer a refund or transfer your booking to another available course date.

    Cancellations made within seven days of the course start date are non-refundable, although alternative arrangements may be considered at my discretion.

  • Yes. Tea, coffee and biscuits will be provided during each session.

  • For ‘Waterscapes & Wildlife’ a 10% concession price of £198 is available for Pensthorpe Members, Creative Chiro clients and Art Academy Members.