What to Buy
Helping you get started with all the practicalities. What to buy, where and how. Costs to expect. How to set your painting area.
Getting Colourfully Confident
You won't believe how much you will learn about colour mixing, enabling you to create wonderful harmonious colours.
Sunset Project
As you progress through the course, you will have the tools and techniques to create two gorgeous painting projects. This is just the beginning for you!
Welcome to my Arty World
Thank you so much for being here. I'm looking forward to taking you on this journey and I hope this gives you the bug to continue painting, develop your skills and find so much joy in creative practice. I've been teaching art workshops to Adults for 10 years and it such a rewarding experience to see how much pleasure and satisfaction people can get from absorbing themselves in painting.
I've been a painter all my life! I completed a BA (Hons) in Art and Design in my 20's. I worked for many years as a mural artist, but now I am lucky enough to have a studio in my garden where I can complete commissions, teach small groups and host Open Studios. I specialise in Goldleaf artwork with acrylic elements. My favourite subjects to paint are birds, flowers, trees and landscape. I will be rolling out lots more courses teaching you these and more! Louise
Testimonials from In Person students
"I have loved every minute of learning to paint acrylics with Louise. She effortlessly creates a nurturing environment that is as informative as it is fun. I exceeded my low expectations of my own abilities and found that I am creative and that does wonders for your self esteem and sense of well being!" Nicci
"Louise is an inspiring teacher for all abilities. I have found a love for painting and a confidence to explore my capabilities as a beginner artist. The atmosphere is always supportive, fun and inclusive. She has literally found something in me I didn't know existed" Lucy
The Curriculum - work at your own pace and repeat each lesson as often as you like
Testimonials from In Person students
"I joined Louise's art classes a couple of years ago, and also did her beginners acrylic course. It was one of the best things I've done in a long time. Louise is patient, kind and understanding. She allows us to go at our own pace with heaps of encouragement. I have created artwork I never thought possible and although I'm really hard on myself, she is always there with a positive helpful comment. I absolutely love my art sessions, and thank you for rekindling my love of art with so many new skills along the way. It's the gift that keeps on giving." Lizzie
"Having never done an art class since I was 13, I was apprehensive when I started the Beginner's Acrylic Course. However, Louise has created something wonderful. My art sessions are a highlight, where I am gently pushed to try new techniques, while providing good company. I'd highly recommend" Siobhan
"Louise is a wonderfully fun and patient teacher. She's bright and enthusiastic and I absolutely love her classes. I haven't done any art for 30 years and she has managed to rekindle a childhood joy. I've learnt so much more having done the Beginner's Acrylic Course. I cannot recommend enough" Polly
What to expect from this course
- Instructions for painting with acrylics are provided, focusing on the use of essential materials like papers, paints, brushes, palettes, and additional tools.
- Various techniques for painting with acrylics, caring for brushes, and creating different artworks such as sunset skies, silhouettes, and blossom trees are discussed in detail.
- Encouragement is given for experimentation, practice, and developing one's unique style while painting with acrylics.
- The importance of using quality materials and exploring diverse painting techniques to improve painting skills is highlighted.
- The emphasis is on creating a natural and organic look through experimentation and layering to enhance the painting.
