'Cow Parsley by Jan Brooks'

"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

Why not come and join me on one of my general Painting Days, ideal for anyone who wants to be free to set their own schedule?  Choose your own subject, 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 three students to ensure individual tuition.  Beginners can learn how to use pastels, while more experienced artists can learn new ideas and techniques.  Available dates will shortly be listed on my Courses and Tuition Dates page, in the meantime if you are interested and would like me to arrange a date to suit please feel free to get in touch and I will see what I can do.. 

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

'Percherons by Sue Bland'

                           

  ****Workshops in Soft and Oil Pastels****

These workshops are for groups of up to six students.  Of four and a half hours' duration, their "follow my leader" format makes it easy to build up your picture and bring your animal subject to life.  Students are provided with a pre-drawn image, and all materials are supplied. Beginners are welcome. Light refreshments will be provided, but please bring a packed lunch. The cost of each workshop is £40.00 per person.  Dates for 2011 will be posted on my Courses and Tuition Dates page a little later in the year. 

 ****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.  Please refer to my E-workshops page for further details.

   

'Labrador by Sandy Sharpe'

    

  ****Two 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 two day courses, which include a new "improvers" course, 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.