Courses

“Rebecca is a brilliant art tutor; her passion and enthusiasm are contagious.

Not only has my drawing improved enormously, I’ve also had great fun.”

(Guardian Masterclass, London)

Join Rebecca for a series of informal art workshops from the inspiring surroundings of her own large working studio in Uppingham. (Unit 11, Sidings Place, Station road, Uppingham. LE15 9TX)

Suitable for beginners and intermediate level artists. Materials and refreshments provided. So that Rebecca can give everyone individual tuition, she only accepts a maximum of 6 people.

Please book early to avoid disappointment by emailing: beccaivatts@hotmail.com

Life drawing (basic anatomy and measuring)

Wednesday September 22, 10.00-1pm £50 (or book 3 classes for £120)

Working from a life model, Rebecca will be teaching simple techniques that really help to simplify the vast complexity of the human form. From short warm-up to longer poses.

Gestural life drawing (ink and mixed media)

Wednesday September 29, 10.00-1pm £50 (or book 3 classes for £120)

This life drawing class will show how a few simple lines and volumes can convey so much. Working with pen and ink and colour washes.

Drawing a head (portraiture)

Wednesday October 6, 10.00-1pm £50 (or book 3 classes for £120)

Starting from the premise that the form and set of the head are the key building blocks of a good portrait. Working from a life model, Rebecca will encourage you to try different materials.

From still life to abstraction (colour and composition)

Wednesday October 13, 10.00-1pm £50 (or book 3 classes for £120)

In this class Rebecca will show the exciting path from observation-based work towards a more simplified, abstract approach. A look also at colour and pictorial composition.

Life drawing – towards painting

Wednesday November 3, 10.00-1pm £50 (or book 3 classes for £120)

Preparing and using a painted ground for life drawing, as well as creating monochrome / tonal studies in paint.