About the Art Classes

Exciting new Art courses and Creative workshops are still being arranged (watch this space!)

Here is the list of the courses currently on offer.

ART COURSES FOR 2010:

‘PAINTING AND DRAWING’ with YVONNE AYOUB

COURSE 1: (6 days)

I must first stress that this course is not designed to teach you to paint like me!
Instead, it is to help you to establish or enhance YOUR ‘artist within’, identify YOUR OWN personal colour palette and equip you with the wherewithal to find your own path and style, with confidence.
The course begins with a series of discussions and exercises in the studio, For beginners (and those wishing to revisit what they may already know) this is followed by an insight to of the basic principles (line, form, perspective, colour theory and practise, design i.e composition) and an exploration of a variety of mediums (watercolour, acrylics, oil painting etc) and techniques (such as glazing) – as laid down by the Great Masters.
This general drawing and painting course is suitable for all levels of artistic ability. The classes are small, relaxed and friendly (even one to one) and are flexible enough to meet individual requirements: For beginners it provides an opportunity to explore different genres and media (covering a variety of techniques including working with acrylics, oils, and water colours) and for the more experienced or established artist, it provides a unique and inspiring setting in which to hone your skills in your preferred medium, working at your own pace and with as much, or as little, instruction as you’d like, while enjoying the company of fellow artists.

A full week’s course is designed to offer not only art tuition and an opportunity to paint but a complete and memorable ‘Skiathos experience’, ensuring that you thoroughly enjoy and make the very most of your visit. Classes are conducted both in the studio, ‘en plein air’ and on excursions.

This course  runs continually throughout the months of May, June, July & September. Each course runs from Sat – Fri and, to allow for your travel arrangements, may be joined on any day of the week.

The weekly timetable is presently structured as follows:

SAT.:   Morning: Tuition In the studio  (10.00am – 1.00pm.) light lunch. Afternoon: free
SUN:  Full day excursion: Visit to explore and paint Skiathos town, (incl.light lunch).
MON:  Morning: Tuition in the studio (10.00am – 1.00pm.) light lunch. Afternoon: free
TUES: Full day excursion: Boat trip to Alonnissos & Skopelos (dep. 9.30 return 6.00pm)
WED: Morning: Tuition In the studio (10.00am – 1.00pm.) light lunch, Afternoon: free
THURS: Full day excursion: trip to several beauty spots around the island and painting ‘En plein air‘ (incl. either picnic lunch or at the Panorama Taverna).
FRI.: NO CLASSES

Included are all materials (though you are welcome to bring your own) refreshments, a light lunch, airport/port transfers and transport for excursions:

You can see many more photos of this course HERE

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‘BYZANTINE ICON PAINTING’ with DESPINA MTSELOU

COURSE 2 (3days)

COURSE 2a (6 days)

Back for a second year, by popular demand, throughout May, June July & September, renowned local artist, Despina Mtselou, will be teaching an intensive 3 or 6 day course, each week. As well providing an insight to the history and development of Byzantine icon-painting she will be introducing the basic principles and demonstrating traditional techniques, using age old methods and materials. Gesso, raw pigment, egg yolk, gold leaf and wooden boards are all included.
Under her expert guidance and tuition and using a fully hands-on approach even a complete novice will be amazed at the icon they will produce!

Each 3 or 6 day course  (additional days can be arranged) comprises of:

2  or 5 mornings (10.00am – 1.00pm)  and 2  or 5 afternoons (4.30pm – 6.00pm) in the studio
Plus 1 full day’s excursion to visit just some of the numerous icons, in local churches, remote hillside chapels and monasteries.

Included are all materials, refreshments, a light lunch, transport for excursions and airport/port transfers.

You can see more pictures of this course HERE

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‘WATER COLOUR PAINTING – MASTERCLASS’ with special guest tutor, renowned Irish artist MARY DILLON

COURSE 3 : May (3 days)

COURSE 3A : September (3 days)

(2010 dates to be released soon!)

I’m absolutely thrilled to be able to offer this exciting opportunity. Mary is a highly successful, established artist whose stunning floral watercolours are currently very much in demand by collectors, not only in her native Ireland but also all around the globe. Mary also has a beautiful art gallery in Rosecrea where she not only sells her own work, but where she does much to promote the art of fellow Irish artists. You can see her fabulous paintings and learn more about Mary herself at www.almondtreegallery.ie

Mary will be teaching  short (3-day) courses in the months of May &  September. She will be sharing the secrets of her wonderful, unique style which uses a technique based on adding layer upon layer of vibrant water colour, in a relaxed and highly expressive, joyful manner. It is the pure joy of application that emanates from each of her paintings and clearly conveys to the viewer her deep love and understanding of the natural world – be it plants, flowers fruit or landscapes. She will be demonstrating her fabulous use of colour, free, confident brushwork and sharing her extensive botanical knowledge, techniques and tips on successful flower and nature painting.

This is a rare opportunity, open to all levels of ability and one definitely not to be missed! Places are limited and likely to be snapped up very quickly so be sure to sign-up as soon as possible in order to reserve a your place:

Each 3-day course comprises of:

3 mornings (10.00 am – 1.00pm) in the studio or garden and
3 afternoons (4.00pm – 6.00pm) in the studio or garden

Included are all materials (though you’re welcome to bring your own), refreshments, a light lunch, and transfers to and from the airport/port.

See photos of Mary’s Master Class HERE

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‘ARTIST’S RETREAT’ :

If you’re an artist seeking either the company of fellow painters or a solitary peaceful retreat, in order to paint or find new inspiration (and require no instruction), there is no charge for the use of studio, gardens and swimming pool. However, any tuition, use of art materials, refreshments, lunches, excursions and transport (including airport/port transfers) will be charged accordingly;  costs determined and payable on site.  Prior booking is essential.

(All art materials will be provided though you are welcome to bring your own).

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CALL FOR TUTORS

Painting Skiathos is keen to be able to offer as wide a range as possible of art tuition. So, if you are an art tutor and would like to join us and share your skill, to complement (or supplement) your own holiday on Skiathos, please drop me a line.

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