✨NEW summer weekend workshop at Shorelark Studio: Atmospheric Portraits in Watercolour
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Sat 12th, Sun 13th July (10:00–15:00) @ Shorelark Studio, Cockenzie
This new Watercolour Wonder weekend workshop is designed to inspire confidence and spark curiosity in painting atmospheric faces.
- Includes materials and a take-home PDF guide
✨ What to Expect
This relaxed weekend workshop is designed as a fun introduction to whimsical watercolour portraits.
We will use accessible techniques for building your confidence with portraits in a loose, intuitive style.
We’ll explore expressive ways to capture the essence of a face—playing with light, colour, and texture while letting go of perfectionism.
Over the weekend, you'll:
🖌️ Build Foundations with a Playful Approach
- Study key facial features in monochrome to understand structure without the pressure of colour
- Use supportive techniques like the ‘gridding’ method to help with drawing (no need to be confident at sketching!)
- Learn how to mix skin tones and build a harmonious limited palette
- Experiment with atmospheric washes, textures, and playful mixed media to bring depth and interest to your portraits
- Plan and complete at least one portrait study, guided and supported every step of the way
💛 Who It’s For
This weekend workshop is open to all levels to join.
You might prefer to attend a Shorelark Watercolour Immersion Day session before this workshop. However, it will not be necessary as this weekend format is designed as an introduction to portraits.
No portrait drawing experience? No problem! You’ll be fully supported with simple, effective drawing techniques and a warm, inclusive studio environment.
Spaces are limited – book early to avoid disappointment.
