Walk Through the Bluebells with Rachel - Tadley Library - Saturday 21st February 2026 - 10.00am

Walk Through the Bluebells with Rachel 

Tadley Library

Saturday 21st February 2026

10.00am to 1.00pm

Working from visual references supplied we will sketch, colour mix and apply a range of mark making materials to create our own vibrant bluebell wood painting.

Learning Goals:

• Plan an engaging composition
• Mix acrylic primary colour paints to create secondary and tertiary colours
• Select effective mark making tools and apply with confidence
• Explore texture mediums and gels to create painterly effects
  
• Create a unique, original piece of artwork to take home
• Demonstrate an individual approach

Who is this course for: Adults looking to further explore acrylic as a medium and landscape as a genre

Previous knowledge or experience: Beginners welcome and improvers would benefit also

How will I learn: Rachel will talk you through the various creative stages and explain how to use all the materials on offer. She will show you how you can use the variety of tools and products on offer and will encourage you to be individual in your approach

How will I be assessed: Rachel will be on hand to offer hints and tips and support you every step of the way

What shall I bring: Please bring acrylic paints, brushes, an A4 canvas board (approx.) or mixed media paper, an apron or wear old clothes. Rachel will supply drawing boards, palettes, mark making tools and texture gels

Next steps: Further art related courses with Learning in Libraries at Tadley Library

If a learner decides to withdraw from a course before a course begins, the following charges should be made:

• 21 working days or more before course starts a full refund will be issued
• 7 - 20 working days before course starts a £10 admin fee will be charged
• Less than 7 working days before the course starts no refund will be made

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