Beginners Canal Art Castle Scene

Join me for this beginners class, learning how to paint in the traditional 'Roses and Castles' canal art style. You’ll be working on a placemat, using the same enamel paints used to decorate the boats themselves. 

In this workshop we'll cover a wee bit of history as well as; 

- development of the art, 

- what kit you need (and how to treat it right!) 

- Different styles of castles.

I'll guide you through each step, provide all materials and share hints and tips along the way. You'll take home a beautiful castle scene of your own. If there’s something you would like to paint instead of a placemat, please bring it along with you.

In the morning we'll be preparing the back ground for the castle scene. The afternoon will be decorating the centre with a castle scene. No experience needed, and you don’t even have to be ‘artistic’! Please don't wear your favourite t-shirt, as you'll be getting painty and stinky.

There is the option to visit the Gongoozler cafe for scrummy food and drink.

You’re welcome to bring your own lunch, which can be eaten at the picnic benches outside.