Achill Painting Workshops
- with Padraig McCaul
Who is it for? The workshops are aimed at painting
enthusiasts who have painted a little and would like to explore some
new ways of approaching their painting. Beginners are also welcome and
can find great encouragement and help from fellow participants.
If you have any queries please call Padraig at 086 8801733 or email info@padraigmccaul.com
What to expect: We will use the landscape and coast
of Achill as our inspiration, so rain wear and sun cream are
essential! The workshops will involve short daily demonstrations by
Padraig followed by outdoor scouting trips for suitable views to
sketch and paint. The second part of the day will typically be based
indoors developing the initial sketches on canvas. Over the course of
the workshops we will look at elements such as composition, colour and
movement, and how they contribute to successful landscape and coastal
paintings. Each day starts at 11.00am and finishes at 5.00pm with a
break of an hour for lunch.
What to bring: Participants are asked to bring their
own materials and easel. However materials easels, canvas, paints) can
be provided if booked in advance. I work in oils but participants are
welcome to use acrylics if they wish.
Cost: The cost for the 2 days is €120. This
includes tea/coffee each day. Lunch is not included but is available
at Lavelles.
Payment
: You
have the option to either pay online at www.padraigmccaul.com
(painting workshops) or you can secure a place by sending
payment to: Padraig McCaul, The Loft, Stylebawn
Farm, Delgany, Co.Wicklow. Alternatively you can simply email
Padraig to reserve a place and pay on the day of the workshop.
Accommodation:
Accomodation is not
provided but you can contact the Achill Tourist office
where they will be happy to make arrangements for you. Contact
number is 098 47392 or visit their website at www.achilltourism.com
If you are looking for
a real treat then I am very happy to recommend Bervie
Guesthouse in Keel, Achill. Situated in a stunning
location, facing onto Keel beach, this is one of the
most comfortable and friendliest guesthouses in the
country. Contact Liz at 098 43114. Another favourite,
for an "old world" experience, is the
legendary Gray's Guesthouse in Dugort. Contact Margaret
or Dorrie at 098 43244
Padraig McCaul contact details: ph:086 8801733
info@padraigmccaul.com
www.padraigmccaul.com
