Interpreting the Landscape

In this workshop, we will be taking inspiration from 3 great British artists and their approach to the landscape!

Join artist Helen A Noyce on a journey to widen expressive approaches when interpreting the landscape. This 5 day course will scrutinise the loose & evocative style of Joan Eardley; the semi abstract & surrealist interpretations of Graham Sutherland, and the suggestive, spontaneous collages of John Piper, inspiring you to explore impulsive and open mark making in your own work.

What to expect over the 5 days:

The week will be divided into 3 equal sessions, each starting with a talk by Helen on the artist in hand. Time will be given to a practical task where you will explore expressive mark making techniques used by the artist using a variety of materials, techniques and tools, including ink, watercolour, acrylic, papers, sand, grass, wax resist, impasto, palette knife and sticks. A full day will be dedicated for the creation of art work in the style of each artist.

What will I learn?

• Insight into the life, work and inspiration of each artist

• To create space in your practice to play, explore & experiment using a range of materials, techniques and tools

• To explore the space between realism and abstraction

• Practical steps to discover your own artistic voice

Who would this course suit?

Helen’s enthusiasm creates the ideal conditions for venturing into experimentation and abstraction. If a gestural and emotive approach to landscape appeals to you, this is a wonderful opportunity to learn tips and techniques for creating textured and intriguing art work.

What to bring?

Bring a selection of your own landscape/seascape images/photos to work from, preferably inspired by artworks by the 3 artists.

• Lunch included

• All materials provided

ABOUT YOUR TUTOR

Helen studied fine art at Edinburgh College of Art and has a particular interest in the abstracted landscape. Her work is a journey of personal enquiry & discovery through experimentation & mixed media, allowing an exploration of spiritual, philosophical and psychological states. Her aim as an artist is to capture a sense of beauty, awe, spontaneity, light and life, inspired by nature. Recent works have taken her on a new path and are based on a deep interest in psychology where high vibrating emotions are explored such as peace, bliss and abundance. She has been a selected member of the Society of Graphic Fine Art, exhibiting in London including Bankside. Helen has been teaching art for over 20 years.