Drawing Outdoors With Mixed Media: Intermediates Summer School

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Course code: F55D

Outdoor drawing summer school in the beautiful grounds of Stoke Lodge.

when: From 20 Jul 2026 to 22 Jul 2026
Monday Tuesday Wednesday 10:00-13:00 one week
Tutor: Bill Guilding

where

Stoke Lodge

Stoke Lodge Centre, Shirehampton Road
Stoke Bishop
Bristol
BS9 1BN

fees

full fee for this course £76.00, concession fee £47.00

who

Bristol Adult Learning

stokelodge@bristol.gov.uk

0117 903 8844

Description

A three-day summer school, set in the grounds around Stoke Lodge and exploring mixed media such as crayon, pastel, charcoal, ink, and paint.

What can students expect?

The first session will begin with illustrations of different ways to use and combine various drawing materials. The tutor will also demonstrate alternatives to line drawing and how to create area, texture, and atmosphere. You will also learn or practise how to:

<ul>
<li>deal with light, shade, and proportion</li>
<li>simplify the complexity of foliage</li>
<li>select an interesting and workable outdoor view</li>
</ul>

 

Drawing boards and small tables are provided, but please bring your own outdoor chair. In the event of bad weather, sessions will move indoors and you will work from tutor-supplied photographs.

Late starters allowed?

This is a short course, so it is best to attend in full.

Previous experience required?

Some experience with observational drawing or landscape painting is recommended.

What is the progression route?

Other drawing and painting courses, especially those with scope for mixed media.

Are there any extra costs?

Yes, learners supply own materials.

Work set between sessions?

No

What should students bring?

<ul>
<li>Light outdoor chair (i.e. camping, garden)</li>
<li>A2 or A3 white cartridge paper</li>
<li>Pencil, charcoal </li>
<li>Eraser</li>
<li>Pastels and/or coloured pencils</li>
<li>Pencil-sharpener or craft-knife</li>
<li>Sticky-tape, blu-tack or drawing-board clips</li>
</ul>

Teaching method/style?

Predominantly practical, with short demonstrations and individual feedback. Learners will be able to choose their own viewpoint and techniques.

Equipment Required

Additional art materials (optional):

<ul>
<li>Oil pastels and/or chalk pastels</li>
<li>Coloured paper (brown, beige, or grey works well with pastels)</li>
<li>Water-soluble coloured pencils</li>
<li>Conté crayons or wax crayons</li>
<li>Fine black felt-tip, gel, or fibre-tip pen</li>
<li>Watercolour or acrylic paint, especially black, white, raw umber, and green</li>
</ul>

Depending on the weather:

<ul>
<li>Sunglasses and/or a sunhat</li>
<li>Insect repellent</li>
</ul>

Refunds and cancellations

Course Cancellations by Us

<ul>
<li>If we cancel your course, your fees will be refunded in full.</li>
<li>We cannot reimburse the cost of any materials you may have purchased. </li>
</ul>

Cancellations by You

<ul>
<li>If you cancel 7 days or more before the course start date: Refund issued minus a 20% administration fee.</li>
<li>If you cancel less than 7 days before the start date or after the course has started: No refund will be issued. </li>
</ul>

Transfers

<ul>
<li>Transfers must be requested at least 7 days before the course start date.</li>
<li>A 10% transfer fee applies.</li>
<li>Transfers due to our cancellation of your original course are free of charge. </li>
</ul>

Illness and Absence

<ul>
<li>No refunds are available for non-attendance due to sickness or ill health. </li>
</ul>

How Refunds Are Issued

Refunds are returned via the original payment method:

<ul>
<li>Booked online or by phone - Refund to the card used. </li>
<li>Paid in person at Stoke Lodge - Please bring your payment card to the office. </li>
</ul>

Online Course Access

<ul>
<li>Learners are responsible for ensuring they have suitable internet access and equipment before the course begins.</li>
</ul>