'Sunset by Estelle Grant'

"Absolutely brilliant, and fired me up again!" - Sandy Sharpe, Umberleigh

"As an absolute beginner, I heartily recommend Vivien's art class as an introduction to pastels" - Tony Warren, Somerton

"Thank you for my first session, it was just what I have been looking for.  People have been surprised my pony was so good!" - Cath Pedley, Torrington

My general Painting Days are ideal for anyone who wants to be free to set their own schedule.  You can choose your own subject, even finish an existing project or commission with help on any tricky areas, and develop your skills with pastels.  All abilities are catered for, and places are limited to ensure individual tuition.  Beginners can learn how to use pastels, while more experienced artists can learn new ideas and techniques.   

The cost of a Painting Day is £75.00 per person, to include light refreshments (but please remember to bring a packed lunch). 

 Please note: At the moment my Painting Days are being booked up by local artists before I have chance to include them on my Course and Tuition Dates page.  If you are interested in coming on a Painting Day and can put together a group of three or four please let me know and I will see what I can arrange for you.

'Friesians by Sandy Sharpe'

                          

  ****E-mail and postal workshops****

Due to demand from people who live too far away to come in person, I have developed a range of e-mail and postal workshops based on the tried and tested subjects taught in my studio workshops.  To date I have helped hundreds of students through these courses - please refer to my E-workshops page for further details.

'Marmite by Joan Stringfellow'

  ****Two, Three and Four Day Pet Portrait Courses****

I am running specialised courses to show you how to benefit from the lucrative pet portrait market - or just paint a stunning image of your own pet.   On these courses I will be giving you essential tips on all aspects of pet portraiture, from photography and drawing out through to the final stage of producing a fantastic finished image.  Whether you are a beginner, or an experienced artist wishing to develop your skills, you will find these courses invaluable.  Please see my Pet Portrait Courses page for full details. 

For details of available dates click here.