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With Linda Hampson Member of the SW Society of Botanical Artists
For those of you unable to attend Linda's course in person we offer the option of joining us online. The Song Thrush & Devon Hedgerow Fruits Bundle is a wonderful course for beginners and improvers who might want to learn more of the technique. You can be assured of an artwork to be proud of at the end of these lessons. You will be supplied with FOUR videos, each focus on a separate technique, the Song Thrush, Blckberry, Sloe & Rosehip. You may then arrange these into your own finished artwork (final artwork shown has been constructed using these four techniques). A set of notes, guidance on paper and pencils to use and an instructional video for each of the four courses are all included. All you need is a small selection of Faber Castell Polychromos pencils, good quality drawing paper and a few pencil case items (you will be supplied with a detailed lists on purchasing the course). We invite you to share your outcomes with Linda and of course be in touch if you have any concerns or need help by email for the duration of the course. Coloured pencil is a marvellously versatile medium and it is genuinely an easy medium to master when you have learned the basic techniques. Linda invites you to join her for a series of workshops specifically using Faber Castell Polychromos pencils. If you get hooked see our growing range of other ONLINE courses, or visit us in person for a course at The Old Kennels! Run Time: Hedgefruits: THREE videos approx 1hr05mins, 1hr45mins & 1hr14mins. PLUS Song Thrush video approx 1hr23mins
Beginners & Improvers Bundle - Song Thrush & Devon Hedgerow Fruits (beginners & Improvers coloured pencil techniques) £40
With Linda Hampson
For those of you unable to attend Linda's course in person we offer the option of accessing our library of online video tutorials. The Devon Mammals bundle is wonderful inspiration for those of you who itch to draw, but just aren't sure where to start. It is equally interesting for improvers who might want to learn more of the technique. You can be assured of artworks to be proud of. If you have never put pencil to paper and want to try our six-part absolute beginners course first it can be found here. A set of notes, guidance on paper and pencils to use and an instructional video for this course are all included. All you need is a small selection of Faber Castell Polychromos pencils, good quality drawing paper and a few pencil case items (you will be supplied with a detailed list on purchasing the course). We invite you to share your outcomes with Linda and of course be in touch if you have any concerns or need help by email for the duration of the course. Coloured pencil is a marvellously versatile medium and it is genuinely an easy medium to master when you have learned the basic techniques. Linda invites you to join her for a series of workshops specifically using Faber Castell Polychromos pencils. If you get hooked see our growing range of other ONLINE courses, or visit us in person for a course at The Old Kennels! Full Course Content: Red Fox - Run Time approx: 2hrs55mins Wild Rabbit - Run Time approx: 1hr48mins Weasels & Stoats - Run Time approx: 1hr22mins (one of our very first videos so given for free as a bonus!)
Beginners & Improvers Three Course Bundle - Devon Mammals (Beginners coloured pencil techniques) £40
Courses make a wonderful gift for birthdays, Christmas, retirement or leaving presents, Valentines or pretty much on any occasion! Please use the booking option below and we will be pleased to send you a gift card by email that you can print out and give. This will be linked to your booking reference. If you would rather purchase a specific course please book via the 'Courses' page and select 'Gift Voucher' as you complete your purchase. Cash equivalent vouchers do not have a time limit and may be used against courses and materials as required. When booking please remember to supply details for purchaser and email us with the recipients details. We can usually post gift cards if required and where time allows, please enquire by email.
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With Linda Hampson web
For those of you unable to attend Linda's course in person we offer the option of joining us online! This 'Spring bundle' is a wonderful introduction to Lindas online learning. If you want to continue we offer a monthly subscription option where you will be sent a new tutorial each month for the whole year, building your skills and repertoire across the spectrum of botanical and natural history coloured pencil drawing. Each tutorial will focus on our beautiful Devon Wildlife and for every course purchased 5% will be donated to Devon Wildlife Trust helping their work to enhance and conserve our precious landscape and wildlife. Coloured pencil is a marvellously versatile medium and it is genuinely an easy medium to master when you have learned the basic techniques. Linda invites you to join her for a series of workshops specifically using Faber Castell Polychromos pencils. You will learn how to layer and blend and various other ‘tricks’ and techniques from flowers to fur. If you have never put pencil to paper and want to try our six-part absolute beginners course first it can be found here. You will be sent a set of notes and an instructional video for each of the courses. All you need is your Faber Castell Polychromos pencils, drawing paper and a few pencil case items (you will be sent a detailed list when you subscribe). We invite you to share your outcomes with Linda and of course be in touch if you have any concerns or need help by email for the duration of the course. Beginners and improvers are most welcome. Full Course Content: Dormouse (indenting techniques) Daffodil (working with yellow) Kingfisher' Alcedo atthis - (wetland birds)
NATURAL HISTORY & BOTANICAL COLOURED PENCIL DRAWING - MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION:: ONLINE COURSE
**SPECIAL OFFER!** Try the 'Spring Bundle' THEN UPGRADE to the '12 month subscription' you are invited to choose an extra tutorial from our library!
SPRING TRIO: Dormouse, Daffodil, Kingfisher) £60 If you would like to continue receiving a course a month, (simply click here to see the rest of the year and add the upgrade to your basket and check out): if joining mid-year we will send the courses for the first part of the year as soon as you subscribe.
With Linda Hampson
For those of you unable to attend Linda's course in person we offer the option of accessing our library of online video tutorials. The Devon Songbirds bundle is a wonderful starting point for those of you who itch to draw, but just aren't sure where to start. It is equally interesting for improvers who might want to learn more of the technique. You can be assured of an artwork to be proud of at the end of this lesson. If you have never put pencil to paper and want to try our six-part absolute beginners course first it can be found here. A set of notes, guidance on paper and pencils to use and an instructional video for this course are all included. All you need is a small selection of Faber Castell Polychromos pencils, good quality drawing paper and a few pencil case items (you will be supplied with a detailed list on purchasing the course). We invite you to share your outcomes with Linda and of course be in touch if you have any concerns or need help by email for the duration of the course. Coloured pencil is a marvellously versatile medium and it is genuinely an easy medium to master when you have learned the basic techniques. Linda invites you to join her for a series of workshops specifically using Faber Castell Polychromos pencils. If you get hooked see our growing range of other ONLINE courses, or visit us in person for a course at The Old Kennels! Full Course Content: Song Thrush - Run Time approx: 1hr23mins Blue Tit - Run Time approx: 1hr 52 minutes Goldfinch - Run Time approx: 1hr39mins
Beginners Three Course Bundle - Devon Songbirds (Simple introduction to coloured pencil techniques) £60
With Linda Hampson
For those of you unable to attend Linda's course in person we offer the option of accessing our library of online video tutorials. The Devon Hedgerow and Fields bundle is a wonderful starting point for those of you who itch to draw, but just aren't sure where to start. It is equally interesting for improvers who might want to learn more of the technique. You can be assured of an artwork to be proud of at the end of this lesson. If you have never put pencil to paper and want to try our six-part absolute beginners course first it can be found here. A set of notes, guidance on paper and pencils to use and an instructional video for this course are all included. All you need is a small selection of Faber Castell Polychromos pencils, good quality drawing paper and a few pencil case items (you will be supplied with a detailed list on purchasing the course). We invite you to share your outcomes with Linda and of course be in touch if you have any concerns or need help by email for the duration of the course. Coloured pencil is a marvellously versatile medium and it is genuinely an easy medium to master when you have learned the basic techniques. Linda invites you to join her for a series of workshops specifically using Faber Castell Polychromos pencils. If you get hooked see our growing range of other ONLINE courses, or visit us in person for a course at The Old Kennels! Full Course Content: Rosehips - Run Time approx: 1hr05mins Blackberries - Run Time approx: 1hr45mins Sloes - Run Time approx: 1hr14mins Traditional Meadow Grasses - Run Time: 2hr09mins Hawkmoth & Honeysuckle - Run Time: 2hr45mins
Beginners & Improvers Five Course Bundle - Devon Hedgerow & Fields (Beginners coloured pencil techniques) £60
With Linda Hampson
For those of you unable to attend Linda's course in person we offer the option of accessing our library of online video tutorials. The Devon Riverbank bundle is wonderful inspiration for those of you who itch to draw, but just aren't sure where to start. It is equally interesting for improvers who might want to learn more of the technique. You can be assured of artworks to be proud of. If you have never put pencil to paper and want to try our six-part absolute beginners course first it can be found here. A set of notes, guidance on paper and pencils to use and an instructional video for this course are all included. All you need is a small selection of Faber Castell Polychromos pencils, good quality drawing paper and a few pencil case items (you will be supplied with a detailed list on purchasing the course). We invite you to share your outcomes with Linda and of course be in touch if you have any concerns or need help by email for the duration of the course. Coloured pencil is a marvellously versatile medium and it is genuinely an easy medium to master when you have learned the basic techniques. Linda invites you to join her for a series of workshops specifically using Faber Castell Polychromos pencils. If you get hooked see our growing range of other ONLINE courses, or visit us in person for a course at The Old Kennels! Full Course Content: Common Frog (in Water Lilies) - Run Time approx: 2hrs28minsEurasian Beaver (Castor fiber) - Run Time approx: 3hrs
Mallard Duck - Run Time approx: 1hr47mins
Beginners & Improvers Three Course Bundle - Devon Riverbank (Beginners coloured pencil techniques) £60
SUMMER TERM 2025
Tuesday 25th March 2025 Budding Magnolia (botanical study)
Tuesday 29th April 2025 Nasturtium (using orange & water droplets)
Tuesday 13th May 2025 ‘Dandelion clocks (dark backgrounds)
Tuesday 17th June 2024 Bumblebees (insect study)
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AUTUMN TERM 2025
Tuesday 23rd September 2025 Butterfly (natural history)
Tuesday 7th October 2025 Autumn Leaves (a look at leaf structures)
Tuesday 11th November 2025 Red Squirrel (beautiful eyes and fur)
Tuesday 2nd December 2025 Festive Pears (in person course includes a glass of festive cheer)
ONLINE MEMBERS ARE INVITED TO JOIN US FOR IN-PERSON COURSES
& ENJOY A £5 DISCOUNT USING THIS BOOKING LINK
Please check availability before booking!
‘IN PERSON’ CLASSES 2026 £65 per class (£5 discount for online members)
Tuesday 21st April 2026 Red & Brown Onions (botanical study)
Tuesday 15th September 2026 Snowy Owl (natural history)
Monday 16th November 2026 Festive Fir Moustery (includes a glass of festive cheer)
You will also receive the online tutorial for the in-person course you attend,
just in case you need to recap or for future reference.
ONLINE MEMBERS ARE INVITED TO JOIN US FOR IN-PERSON COURSES
& ENJOY A £5 DISCOUNT PER COURSE USING THIS BOOKING LINK (or more discount if you book all three!)
Please check availability before booking!
With Linda Hampson
Coloured pencil is a marvellously versatile medium. We will work with Faber Castell Polychromos pencils. You will learn how to layer and blend and various other ‘tricks’ and techniques. Beginners and improvers are welcome. It is genuinely an easy medium to master and so I invite you to join me for a series of workshops either 'ONLINE' or 'IN PERSON' or mix and match so you can enjoy a tutorial every month of the year! 5% of our ‘Devon Wildlife Series’ online course fees will go to Devon Wildlife Trust to helping their work to enhance and conserve our precious landscape & environment.BOTANICAL & NATURAL HISTORY COLOURED PENCIL DRAWING COURSES 2025
SPRING BUNDLE 2025 'ONLINE' ONLY
Online courses are sent to you as a video tutorial, accompanied by notes, a line drawing, pencil/paper list and reference images so that you can enjoy at any time at your own pace.
January 2025 'Peppers'
February 2025 'Sparrows'If you enjoy these first two'online' tutorials you can upgrade at any time to receive an online tutorial each month of the year, or join us for 'in-person' classes.
-----SUMMER TERM 2025 ATTEND ‘IN PERSON’ OR ALSO AVAILABLE AS 'ONLINE' VIDEO TUTORIALS
Tuesday 25th March 2025 Budding Magnolia (botanical study)
Tuesday 29th April 2025 Nasturtium (using orange & water droplets)
Tuesday 13th May 2025 ‘Dandelion clocks (dark backgrounds)
Tuesday 17th June 2024 Bumblebees (insect study)
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'MID SUMMER' ONLINE ONLY
July 2025 Gardenia (composition)
August 2025 Hummingbird & Fuchsia (composition)-------
AUTUMN TERM 2025 ATTEND ‘IN PERSON’ OR AVAILABLE AS 'ONLINE' VIDEO TUTORIALS
Tuesday 23rd September 2025 Butterfly (natural history)
Tuesday 7th October 2025 Autumn Leaves (a look at leaf structures)
Tuesday 11th November 2025 Red Squirrel (beautiful eyes and fur)
Tuesday 2nd December 2025 Festive Pears (in person course includes a glass of festive cheer)
We are offering these courses as ONLINE only, IN PERSON only and as a COMBINATION of the two: ‘IN PERSON ONLY’ OPTIONS Individual IN PERSON classes are available to book at £65 each. OR book a set of four Classes IN PERSON (Summer or Autumn Term) for £240. OR book both Summer and Autumn Term IN PERSON for £440 and get the SPRING & MID SUMMER EXTRA ONLINE ONLY TUTORIALS in January & February, July & August for free (that’s £55 per class plus free online tutorials worth £20!) *NEW* You will also receive a complimentary online tutorial for every ‘in person’ class you attend to help you continue at home as well as your usual written notes & reference. All videos will be accessible on Youtube.SPECIAL OFFERS
‘ONLINE TUTORIALS ONLY' OPTIONS
ONLINE video tutorials are prerecorded and not live, so you can enjoy them at your own pace, stop and start or simply save them for a rainy day. Annual online subscription includes a monthly video tutorial, written notes, line drawing, reference material and pencil and paper list for each artwork, as well as the opportunity to email Linda should you need help or feedback. It also includes discounts for online library purchases. If you can't attend in person; 12 months ONLINE only subscription for just £60 – or try the first three months for £15 with the option to continue if you enjoy it! Click here for full details here...
With Linda Hampson
Coloured pencil is a marvellously versatile medium. We will work with Faber Castell Polychromos pencils. You will learn how to layer and blend and various other ‘tricks’ and techniques. Beginners and improvers are welcome. It is genuinely an easy medium to master and so I invite you to join me for a series of workshops either 'ONLINE' or 'IN PERSON' or mix and match so you can enjoy a tutorial every month of the year! 5% of our ‘Devon Wildlife Series’ online course fees will go to Devon Wildlife Trust to helping their work to enhance and conserve our precious landscape & environment. ‘SPRING’ ONLINE TUTORIALS 2026 Available as a trial bundle for £20 – with option to upgrade to continue for the full year January 2026 Eurasian Wolf February 2026 Snowdrops March 2026 Woodpecker April 2026 Red & Brown Onions‘IN PERSON’CLASSES 2026 £65 per class
Tuesday 21st April 2026 Red & Brown Onions (botanical study)
Tuesday 15th September 2026 Snowy Owl (natural history)
Monday 16th November 2026 Festive Fir Moustery ( jolly seasonal course includes a glass of festive cheer)
You will also receive the online tutorial for the in-person course you attend, just in case you need to recap or for future reference.
A FULL YEAR of ONLINE ONLY TUTORIALS 2026 A whole year of monthly online tutorials sent to your inbox for you to enjoy at your leisure! January 2026 Eurasian Wolf February 2026 Snowdrops March 2026 Woodpecker April 2026 Red & Brown Onions May 2026 Bluebells June 2026 Beetroot July 2026 Dahlia August 2026 Plums September 2026 Snowy Owl October 2026 Lady Bird November 2026 Woodland Fungi December 2026 Festive Fir MousteryBOTANICAL & NATURAL HISTORY COLOURED PENCIL DRAWING COURSES 2026
SPRING BUNDLE 2026 'ONLINE' ONLY
Online courses are sent to you as a video tutorial, accompanied by notes, a line drawing, pencil/paper list and reference images so that you can enjoy at any time at your own pace.
Available as a trial bundle for £20 – with option to upgrade to continue for the full year January 2026 Eurasian Wolf February 2026 Snowdrops March 2026 Woodpecker April 2026 Red & Brown OnionsIf you enjoy these first four 'online' tutorials you can upgrade at any time to receive an online tutorial each month of the year, or join us for 'in-person' classes.
-----ATTEND ‘IN PERSON’ 2026 (ALSO AVAILABLE AS 'ONLINE' VIDEO TUTORIALS)
‘IN PERSON’CLASSES £65 per class
Tuesday 21st April 2026 Red & Brown Onions (botanical study)
Tuesday 15th September 2026 Snowy Owl (natural history)
Monday 16th November 2026 Festive Fir Moustery (jolly seasonal course includes a glass of festive cheer)
You will also receive the online tutorial for the in-person course you attend, just in case you need to recap or for future reference.
We are offering these courses as ONLINE only, IN PERSON only and as a COMBINATION of the two: ‘IN PERSON ONLY’ OPTIONS Individual IN PERSON classes are available to book at £65 each OR book all three Classes IN PERSON for £180. * You will also receive a complimentary online tutorial for every ‘in person’ class you attend to help you continue at home as well as your usual written notes & reference. All videos will be accessible on Youtube.*SPECIAL OFFERS
ALL ‘IN PERSON’ COURSES WITH FULL YEAR OF ONLINE COURSES TOO Attend all three Classes IN PERSON courses AND also receive the full year of ONLINE tutorials for £220. * You will receive an online tutorial for every month of the year as well as the ‘in person’ classes you attend*
‘ONLINE TUTORIALS ONLY' OPTION
ONLINE video tutorials are prerecorded and not live, so you can enjoy them at your own pace, stop and start or simply save them for a rainy day. Annual online subscription includes a monthly video tutorial, written notes, line drawing, reference material and pencil and paper list for each artwork, as well as the opportunity to email Linda should you need help or feedback. It also includes discounts for online library purchases. If you can't attend in person; 12 months ONLINE only subscription for just £60 – or try the first four months for £20 with the option to continue if you enjoy it! Click here for full details here...Out of stock
*COURSE FULL – Click here to join waiting list*
With Linda Hampson
Coloured pencil is a marvellously versatile medium. We will work with Faber Castell Polychromos pencils. You will learn how to layer and blend and various other ‘tricks’ and techniques. Beginners and improvers are welcome. It is genuinely an easy medium to master and so I invite you to join me for a COMPLETE BEGINNERS AND IMPROVERS COURSE - 'DAHLIA' After the class, you will also receive a link to a full length online video tutorial to access as often as you like at home. You might finish your artwork on the day, but knowing you have the video tutorial allows you to enjoy your time in the class, relax and experiment with techniques, if you wish, knowing you can complete your finished artwork with Linda's guidance at home.£65 (materials can be supplied if required - please enquire when booking)
If you can't attend in person; 12 months ONLINE only subscription for just £60 – or try the first four months for £20 with the option to continue if you enjoy it! Click here for full details here...Out of stock
*COURSE FULL*
With Linda Hampson
Coloured pencil is a marvellously versatile medium. We will work with Faber Castell Polychromos pencils. You will learn how to layer and blend and various other ‘tricks’ and techniques. Beginners and improvers are welcome. It is genuinely an easy medium to master and so I invite you to join me for a COMPLETE BEGINNERS AND IMPROVERS COURSE - 'RED & BROWN ONIONS' After the class, you will also receive a link to a full length online video tutorial to access as often as you like at home. You might finish your artwork on the day, but knowing you have the video tutorial allows you to enjoy your time in the class, relax and experiment with techniques, if you wish, knowing you can complete your finished artwork with Linda's guidance at home.£65 (materials can be supplied if required - please enquire when booking)
If you can’t attend in person; 12 months ONLINE only subscription for just £60 – or try the first four months for £20 with the option to continue if you enjoy it! Click here for full details here…
*SIX PLACES REMAINING*
With Linda Hampson
Coloured pencil is a marvellously versatile medium. We will work with Faber Castell Polychromos pencils. You will learn how to layer and blend and various other ‘tricks’ and techniques. Beginners and improvers are welcome. It is genuinely an easy medium to master and so I invite you to join me for a COMPLETE BEGINNERS AND IMPROVERS COURSE - 'FESTIVE FIR MOUSTERY' this jolly seasonal course will come with our usual festive twist, an early mince pie and a glass of festive cheer! A wonderful day of drawing together to get us in the festive mood. After the class, you will also receive a link to a full length online video tutorial to access as often as you like at home. You might finish your artwork on the day, but knowing you have the video tutorial allows you to enjoy your time in the class, relax and experiment with techniques, if you wish, knowing you can complete your finished artwork with Linda's guidance at home.£65 (materials can be supplied if required - please enquire when booking)
If you can't attend in person; 12 months ONLINE only subscription for just £60 – or try the first four months for £20 with the option to continue if you enjoy it! Click here for full details here...Out of stock
*COURSE FULL – Click here to join waiting list*
With Linda Hampson
Coloured pencil is a marvellously versatile medium. We will work with Faber Castell Polychromos pencils. You will learn how to layer and blend and various other ‘tricks’ and techniques. Beginners and improvers are welcome. It is genuinely an easy medium to master and so I invite you to join me for a COMPLETE BEGINNERS AND IMPROVERS COURSE - 'BLUEBELLS' After the class, you will also receive a link to a full length online video tutorial to access as often as you like at home. You might finish your artwork on the day, but knowing you have the video tutorial allows you to enjoy your time in the class, relax and experiment with techniques, if you wish, knowing you can complete your finished artwork with Linda's guidance at home.£65 (materials can be supplied if required - please enquire when booking)
If you can’t attend in person; 12 months ONLINE only subscription for just £60 – or try the first four months for £20 with the option to continue if you enjoy it! Click here for full details here…
With Linda Hampson web
For those of you unable to attend Linda's course in person we offer the option of joining us online. This is a chance to explore coloured pencil drawing for those who have never put pencil to paper. Also a wonderful course for those newer to drawing and wanting to learn the basic techniques. Included are SIX instructional videos: 'Putting Pencil to Paper' - A complete introduction to paper, pencils, sharpeners, erasers, setting up for still life and working from photographic reference. (45mins) 'Garden Peas' - Video tutorial (1hr 59 mins) 'Apple' - Video tutorial (1hr 14 mins) 'Blue Tit' - Video tutorial (1hr 52 mins) 'Wild Rabbit' - Video tutorial (1hr 14 mins) 'Ox Eye Daisy' - Video tutorial (1hr 21 mins) With almost nine hours of detailed instruction included, you can be assured of five artworks to be proud of at the end of this course and enough techniques to continue your new skill. A set of notes, guidance on paper and pencils to use and an instructional video for each part of the course are included. All you need is a selection of Faber Castell Polychromos pencils, good quality white drawing paper and a few pencil case items. The full list of pencil colours (22) & paper required for this course is available here: Requirements List you may choose to buy a larger set of pencils, or buy a smaller set and then top up any additional pencils needed separately, or simply buy the pencils you need. We invite you to share your outcomes with Linda and of course be in touch if you have any queries or need help by email for the duration of the course. Coloured pencil is a marvellously versatile medium and it is genuinely an easy medium to master when you have learned the basic techniques. You will learn how to layer and blend and various other ‘tricks’ in these easy introductory lessons to produce beautiful illustrations or artworks. If you get hooked see our growing range of other ONLINE courses, or visit us in person for a course at The Old Kennels! Run Time: 8hrs 55 minutes
Complete Beginners Six Part Course - Natural History & Botanical Coloured Pencil Techniques £95
With Linda Hampson
For those of you unable to attend Linda's course in person we offer the option of accessing our library of online video tutorials. The Woodland Edge bundle is wonderful inspiration for those of you who itch to draw, but just aren't sure where to start. It is equally interesting for improvers who might want to learn more of the technique. You can be assured of artworks to be proud of. If you have never put pencil to paper and want to try our six-part absolute beginners course first it can be found here. A set of notes, guidance on paper and pencils to use and an instructional video for this course are all included. All you need is a small selection of Faber Castell Polychromos pencils, good quality drawing paper and a few pencil case items (you will be supplied with a detailed list on purchasing the course). We invite you to share your outcomes with Linda and of course be in touch if you have any concerns or need help by email for the duration of the course. Coloured pencil is a marvellously versatile medium and it is genuinely an easy medium to master when you have learned the basic techniques. Linda invites you to join her for a series of workshops specifically using Faber Castell Polychromos pencils. If you get hooked see our growing range of other ONLINE courses, or visit us in person for a course at The Old Kennels! Full Course Content: Wood Violet - Run Time approx: 2hrs Fern - Run Time approx: 2hrs35mins Fly Agaric - Run Time approx: 2hrs49mins Acorns & Oak Leaves - Run Time approx: 2hrs35mins Holly & Ivy - Run Time approx:2hrs5mins
Beginners & Improvers Five Course Bundle - Woodland Edge (Beginners & Improvers coloured pencil techniques) £95
With Linda Hampson
For those of you unable to attend Linda's course in person we offer the option of accessing our library of online video tutorials. The Country Garden bundle is wonderful inspiration for those of you who itch to draw, but just aren't sure where to start. It is equally interesting for improvers who might want to learn more of the technique. You can be assured of artworks to be proud of. If you have never put pencil to paper and want to try our six-part absolute beginners course first it can be found here. Remember you can always ask for a substitute if a bundle has a course you have already purchased - just tell us what you would like instead! A set of notes, guidance on paper and pencils to use and an instructional video for this course are all included. All you need is a small selection of Faber Castell Polychromos pencils, good quality drawing paper and a few pencil case items (you will be supplied with a detailed list on purchasing the course). We invite you to share your outcomes with Linda and of course be in touch if you have any concerns or need help by email for the duration of the course. Coloured pencil is a marvellously versatile medium and it is genuinely an easy medium to master when you have learned the basic techniques. Linda invites you to join her for a series of workshops specifically using Faber Castell Polychromos pencils. You will learn how to layer and blend and various other ‘tricks’ in this easy introductory lesson. If you get hooked see our growing range of other ONLINE courses, or visit us in person for a course at The Old Kennels! Full Course Content: Asparagus - Run Time: 2hrs44mins Pumpkin & Harvest Mouse - Run Time: 2hrs20mins Heritage Tomatoes - Run Time: 2hrs43mins Garden Peas - Run Time: 1hr59mins Wild Rabbit - Run Time: 1hr48mins
Beginners Course - Country Garden Bundle (beginners & improvers coloured pencil techniques) £95
With Linda Hampson
For those of you unable to attend Linda's course in person we offer the option of accessing our library of online video tutorials. The English Country Cottage Flowers bundle is wonderful inspiration for those of you who itch to draw, but just aren't sure where to start. It is equally interesting for improvers who might want to learn more of the technique. You can be assured of artworks to be proud of. If you have never put pencil to paper and want to try our six-part absolute beginners course first it can be found here. Remember you can always ask for a substitute if a bundle has a course you have already purchased - just tell us what you would like instead! A set of notes, guidance on paper and pencils to use and an instructional video for this course are all included. All you need is a small selection of Faber Castell Polychromos pencils, good quality drawing paper and a few pencil case items (you will be supplied with a detailed list on purchasing the course). We invite you to share your outcomes with Linda and of course be in touch if you have any concerns or need help by email for the duration of the course. Coloured pencil is a marvellously versatile medium and it is genuinely an easy medium to master when you have learned the basic techniques. Linda invites you to join her for a series of workshops specifically using Faber Castell Polychromos pencils. You will learn how to layer and blend and various other ‘tricks’ in this easy introductory lesson. If you get hooked see our growing range of other ONLINE courses, or visit us in person for a course at The Old Kennels! Full Course Content: Briar Rose - Run Time: 3hrs40mins Iris - Run Time: 2hrs54mins Ox Eye Daisy - Run Time: 1hr21mins Poppy Seed Heads - Run Time: 2hr54mins Foxglove and Bumblebee - Run Time: 4hr20mins
Improvers Course - English Country Cottage Flower Garden Bundle (improvers coloured pencil techniques) £95
With Linda Hampson
For those of you unable to attend Linda's course in person we offer the option of accessing our library of online video tutorials. The Devon Wild Flowers bundle is wonderful inspiration for those of you who itch to draw, but just aren't sure where to start. It is equally interesting for improvers who might want to learn more of the technique. You can be assured of artworks to be proud of. If you have never put pencil to paper and want to try our six-part absolute beginners course first it can be found here. Remember you can always ask for a substitute if a bundle has a course you have already purchased - just tell us what you would like instead! A set of notes, guidance on paper and pencils to use and an instructional video for this course are all included. All you need is a small selection of Faber Castell Polychromos pencils, good quality drawing paper and a few pencil case items (you will be supplied with a detailed list on purchasing the course). We invite you to share your outcomes with Linda and of course be in touch if you have any concerns or need help by email for the duration of the course. Coloured pencil is a marvellously versatile medium and it is genuinely an easy medium to master when you have learned the basic techniques. Linda invites you to join her for a series of workshops specifically using Faber Castell Polychromos pencils. You will learn how to layer and blend and various other ‘tricks’ in this easy introductory lesson. If you get hooked see our growing range of other ONLINE courses, or visit us in person for a course at The Old Kennels! Full Course Content: Field Poppy (Papaver rhoeas) - Run Time: 3hrs4mins Wild Daffodil (Narcissus pseudonarcissus) - Run Time: 2hrs20mins Wood Violet or Common Dog Violet (Viola riviniana) - Run Time: 2hrs Wild Chicory (Cichorium intybus)- Run Time: 2hrs30mins Oxlip (Primula elatior) - Run Time: 3hrs5mins Comma Butterfly - Run Time: 1hrs29mins
Improvers Course - DEVON WILDFLOWERS Bundle (beginners and improvers coloured pencil techniques) £95
With Linda Hampson
For those of you unable to attend Linda's course in person we offer the option of accessing our library of online video tutorials. The Shakesperian Flowers bundle is wonderful inspiration for those of you who itch to draw, but just aren't sure where to start. It is equally interesting for improvers who might want to learn more of the technique. You can be assured of artworks to be proud of. If you have never put pencil to paper and want to try our six-part absolute beginners course first it can be found here. Remember you can always ask for a substitute if a bundle has a course you have already purchased - just tell us what you would like instead! A set of notes, guidance on paper and pencils to use and an instructional video for this course are all included. All you need is a small selection of Faber Castell Polychromos pencils, good quality drawing paper and a few pencil case items (you will be supplied with a detailed list on purchasing the course). We invite you to share your outcomes with Linda and of course be in touch if you have any concerns or need help by email for the duration of the course. Coloured pencil is a marvellously versatile medium and it is genuinely an easy medium to master when you have learned the basic techniques. Linda invites you to join her for a series of workshops specifically using Faber Castell Polychromos pencils. You will learn how to layer and blend and various other ‘tricks’ in this easy introductory lesson. If you get hooked see our growing range of other ONLINE courses, or visit us in person for a course at The Old Kennels! Shakespeare mentions over 50 plants in his work, we have gathered some of the most emotive and well known in this collection as follows: SHAKESPEARIAN Wild flowers mentioned in ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ Oberon, King of the Fairies, is talking to his messenger Puck about where Queen Titania is sleeping: I know a bank where the wild thyme blows, Where oxlips and the nodding violet grows, Quite over-canopied with luscious woodbine, With sweet musk-roses and with eglantine: There sleeps Titania sometime of the night, Lull'd in these flowers with dances and delight; [Act II Scene I Line 249] SHAKESPEARIAN Wild flowers & Herbs from Ophelia's posy in ‘Hamlet’ Hamlet, Ophelia is the daughter of Polonius, Lord Chamberlain to the King of Denmark. Prince Hamlet is the king’s nephew and heir. Ophelia is in love with Hamlet but, during the course of the play, he not only spurns her, but murders her father. This drives her to insanity and, at the end of the famous ‘mad’ scene; she hands out flowers with telling messages: There's rosemary, that's for remembrance: pray you, love, remember: and there is pansies, that's for thoughts. There's fennel for you, and columbines: there's rue for you; and here's some for me: we may call it herb of grace o' Sundays: O you must wear your rue with a difference. There's a daisy: I would give you some violets, but they withered all when my father died: [Act 4, Scene 5, Line 175] Full Course Content: Included are SIX instructional videos, you might draw the flowers individually or combine them in a posy, or use them as a border perhaps: Oxlip (Primula elatior) - Run Time: 3hrs5mins Wood Violet or Common Dog Violet (Viola riviniana) - Run Time: 2hrs Woodbine (Honeysuckle) with a Hawkmoth on black - Run Time: 2hrs45mins Sweet Briar Eglantine or Dog Rose - Run Time: 3hrs42mins Columbine Posy with Fennel - Run Time: 2hrs20mins Ox Eye Daisy - Run Time: 1hr20mins
Improvers Course - SHAKESPEARIAN FLOWERS Bundle (beginners and improvers coloured pencil techniques) £95
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With Ishbel Ramsay of Quinta Do Cobral
Learn to make natural liquid soap free of toxins, using only high quality plant based oils. You will make a litre of beautiful, natural Castile soap in a concentrated form. As well as learning about some of the many ways to incorporate it into useful home and body products, everyone will leave with a clutch of finished products to your own specification, and a full set of recipes to make more at home.This effective, bubbly, cruelty-free soap is suitable for vegans and can be used safely in all bio sewage systems as it is fully biodegradable. You will have the choice of adding essential oils or leaving it unscented. You will be amazed at what great value this clean, natural soap is and just how versatile.You will make a litre of beautiful, natural Castile soap as well as whipped soap, foaming body wash, all purpose surface and floor cleaner, hand wash, natural toothpaste and foaming body polish. Everyone leaves with a bundle of natural goodies in refillable containers and all the recipes to make more at home.£95 (plus materials approximately £55)
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With Ishbel Ramsay of Quinta Do Cobral
An introduction to traditional cold process soap making. You will take home a kilo of pure natural plant based soap (approximately 12 large or 20 small bars) made with high quality ingredients, scented with your choice of essential oils.A relaxing day producing wonderful gifts, or a bespoke soap to enjoy yourself, but with plenty of information to help you continue your soap journey whether it be making to sell, or just enjoy at home. You will receive full written instructions so you can make more at home as well as simple ideas for wrapping and presentation.£95 (plus materials approximately £50)
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With Ishbel Ramsay
Discover the pleasure of embossing and working tactile, beautiful, lead-free pewter sheet into stunning pieces that will delight your friends and family as festive gifts, if you can bear to part with them! Ishbel will guide you through making a cover for a notebook to familiarise yourself with the process and the properties of the metal. You will then move on to make a mirror or picture frame. You may bring pattern ideas if you wish, but Ishbel will supply all you need to complete both projects including designs. You will also receive a set of embossing tools to continue at home as well as a full set of course notes.£95 (Plus materials approx. £40 dependant on metal price)
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With Shane Whitehead
Design and draw a circular illumination in a Celtic style incorporating zoomorphic elements, using pencil and pens and enhance with colour if desired. Working to a maximum size of 4-6” you will be inspired and guided to produce an original design that you will be proud to use, reproduce or perhaps simply frame. All levels of ability and experience welcome.£195 (plus materials as/if required)
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With Julian Livingstone
Ever popular, this two-day class with a professional silver smith is aimed at complete beginners and improvers. Starting with sheet metals and expert guidance you will learn to cut, shape, solder, bezel set stones and polish to make small items of jewellery, a sugar spoon or other trinkets and keepsakes to your own individual designs. You are welcome to work in gold or other metals by prior arrangement.£195 (plus materials by weight – approx. £3/gm inc. solder, flux and consumables dependant on metal prices)
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Also see dates in April and June!With Julian Livingstone
Ever popular, this two-day class with a professional silver smith is aimed at complete beginners and improvers. Starting with sheet metals and expert guidance you will learn to cut, shape, solder, bezel set stones and polish to make small items of jewellery, a sugar spoon or other trinkets and keepsakes to your own individual designs and ideas. You are welcome to work in gold or other metals by prior arrangement.£195 (plus materials by weight – approx. £3/gm inc. solder, flux and consumables dependant on metal prices)
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Also see dates in April and November!With Julian Livingstone
Ever popular, this two-day class with a professional silver smith is aimed at complete beginners and improvers. Starting with sheet metals and expert guidance you will learn to cut, shape, solder, bezel set stones and polish to make small items of jewellery, a sugar spoon or other trinkets and keepsakes to your own individual ideas and designs. You are welcome to work in gold or other metals by prior arrangement.£195 (plus materials by weight – approx. £3/gm inc. solder, flux and consumables dependant on metal prices)
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With Andrew Spilsbury
Hand craft one, two or even three beautiful shaker boxes in Cherry and Maple using Shaker materials and methods. A relaxed and gentle process using veneers, the copper tacks that hold the bands and the wooden pegs that pin the bands to the lids and bases are imported from America. Each stage and process closely follows the traditions. The Shaker lifestyle required a practical flexible storage system for household and workshop use. They adapted an English design of box which was almost round, and changed the proportions to the now classic oval design. The distinctive swallow tails of the joint were designed for practical purposes and with the bevelled detail give a stylish hallmark to the finished box.£195 (plus materials dependant on size and number of boxes made - approx £10 per small box)
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With Tom O'Reilly of www.bookbindery.co.uk The Little Egret Press www.l-e-p.com
This engaging two day workshop will guide students through various aspects of hand book binding incorporating gold foil embossing to the cover. Students will produce small hand-bound notebook and slip case. You may like to make a book style phone case (if so you will need to bring a plastic phone holder to fit your particular phone).Tom O’Reilly M.A has been a book binder for over twenty five years and he has taught the art of hand bookbinding, tutored and lectured at BA and MA level. All materials needed for workshop are provided.£195 (plus materials approx £35)
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With Hilary Burns - website
Make your own oblong harvesting basket in willow. Oblong baskets fall into the ‘squarework’ category. They are a step up from simple round baskets. Beginners are welcome, they will make a slightly smaller sized basket with a carrying handle and simple border. If you are an improver you could make a larger basket, or, if proficient, experiment with more complex weaves in the sides and French wrapped handles.
Hilary is an experienced tutor and is happy to discuss your requirements in advance so that she can bring suitable materials. We will use willow with a subtle variety of coloured bark from my collection of willow varieties.
£195 (plus materials approximately £30)
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With Adrian Rayment of www.raymentwire.com
Adrian has been crafting traditional Victorian Wirework designs for over 30yrs. From large ornate Gazebo’s and Pergolas, Tables - Chairs to intricate basket wirework. He is considered the leading light of contemporary and period Wirework crafting, with clients in many parts of the world. Over a two day period Adrian will tutor students in traditional Wirework technique, with a view to crafting a period Victorian Shelf from start to finished piece. Suitable for interior and exterior use. An extensive crafting background is not required and even though the craft is physical, great hand strength is not required to achieve a finished piece of work.£195 (plus materials approximately £50)
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With Jim Stanes
Create meaningful maps using historical Devonshire village, town, farm, field & estate maps as our inspiration. Maps in those days were not so much geographical but as a means of showing land use or a particular journey, for example how to get from A to B.
For our maps I would like you to think of a place you might like to map, or a memorable journey; this could be from your house to the nearest town, or something more adventurous, such as a trip to the far reaches of this island of Britain.
We do not have to be literal or exact. Important things are made big and less important things become smaller. Our map may not be immediately recognisable, but it will be completely understandable.
Jim is well known for his beautiful cartography, art and design work in the film industry.
£195 (plus approximately £15 materials)
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With Dominic Parrette - website
Make your very own Sussex Trug using traditional tools and techniques. You will learn how to cleave shave and shape sweet chestnut to form the handle and rim of this traditional Sussex basket. Boards of white willow then need to be shaped, shaved and soaked before finally constructing the basket using steel tacks. Skills learnt include use of a shave horse and drawknife, cleaving with a froe and steam bending using jigs.
£230 (including materials)
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With Andy Harris
Using hand-tools and traditional methods, be guided by an experienced Coppersmith to make your own beautiful and useful copperware.
In this very special two-day workshop, you can make your choice of beautiful and functional copperware, water mugs which can be used to serve cold drinks, candle sticks or an adorable lidded tea caddy. In addition to soldering & riveting you will learn cutting, filing, and chasing the lines as you hammer and fold the copper into shape.
£260 (plus materials approximately £30 dependent on what you make and metal prices)
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With William Barsley - website
Once cherished as family heirlooms, hand-carved breadboards were treasured for their individuality and beauty. In this two-day workshop with woodcarver William Barsley, you will revive this tradition by creating your very own decorative breadboard.
Across the weekend, you will learn timeless carving techniques while building the skills and confidence to continue the craft at home.£260 including materials (additional bread board blanks will also be available for purchase)
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With Shane Whitehead
This bronze casting course is designed to take students through the ancient lost wax casting process. The course will take students through the techniques needed to create your own bronze casting which maybe functional, decorative or whimsical Shane will be on hand to support and encourage your ideas.
The first two days will cover; wax sculpting and creating a casting tree, the second two days will be spent casting your sculpture, finishing your castings and finally touch on patination techniques.
The course is suited to all levels of ability and experience. The first two days will be held at The Old Kennels, the second two days will be held at the foundry near Street in Somerset.
£395 for four days (plus materials approx. £110 based on amount of metal used and metal price)
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