Trudi Doyle Artist

Art Courses and Children's Summer School

2014

at Bunbury Art Studio

Welcome to my 15th season of art workshops in my studio !

Contact Trudi to book on line

or inquire further -
email Trudi - trudiart@eircom.net

1.Watercolour Days

1 day €60 - tutor Trudi Doyle
This day will help you develop a range of simple techniques in watercolour.

I will show you how to use and mix colour, lay washes, paint wet in wet and compose a painting, all demonstrated in an easy paint- along method .

I will increase your understanding of this beautiful medium, giving you the confidence to produce paintings to be proud of.

You will complete at least one painting and several sketches.

May - Monday 5th Watercolour Day (bank holiday) 1 day €60

( Booked with Drawing day - Sun May 4th -€105)

August- Monday 4th Watercolour Day (bank holiday) 1 day €60

( Booked with Drawing day Sunday 3th August -$105)
September - Saturday 13th Watercolour Day 1 day €60

( Booked with Advanced watercolour day Sunday 14th Sept -$115)

2.Watercolour weekend

September Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th - 2 day €115

tutor Trudi Doyle

Day 1- I will help you develop a range of simple techniques in watercolour; show you how to use & mix colour, lay washes, paint wet in wet & compose a painting , all demonstrated in an easy paint along method .

Day 2 -I will help you to loosen up , enliven your work and stretch your knowledge of watercolour beyond the usual .We will experiment with techniques and“tricks of the trade” such as sponging , salt effects, cling film textures and masking.

You will also learn the little known secrets of transparent watercolours and learn

how to achieve fresh, luminous and vibrant paintings .

Book one day €60 or both days €115

3.Drawing Days €50 tutor Trudi Doyle

Back by popular demand !

This drawing day will be enjoyed by painters who have bypassed drawing and by anyone taking their first creative steps. These essential drawing techniques will improve and enrich your sketching and painting more than you can imagine.
May- Sunday 4th Drawing Day
(Booked with Watercolour day -Sun 3rd €5 reduction - =€105)

August- Sunday 3rd Drawing Day (Booked with Watercolour day -Sun 3rd €5 reduction - =€105)

4. Advanced Watercolour

1 day €60..tutor Trudi Doyle
September Sunday 14th

Loosen up , enliven your work and stretch your knowledge of watercolour beyond the usual .We will experiment with techniques and “tricks of the trade” such as salt effects, cling film textures, mixed media and masking.

If you find your painting becomes dull and muddy as you work on it ... I will solve the problem ..learn the little known secrets of transparent watercolours and learn how
to achieve fresh, luminous and vibrant paintings.

CHILDRENS ART and NATURE SUMMER SCHOOL (3 day) Ages 4 to 11   boys and girls
Painting , Drawing and Collage. Stimulate the imagination
Children will .also enjoy outdoor nature walks to encourage observation skills –weather permitting- and interactive fun and games in the garden.
All Materials provided.
Children should bringa packed lunch each day.

  JULY -Tuesday 8th -

Weds 9th and Thurs 10th

fee €75 ( 2 children from same family €60 each )
( All materials included)

From 10.30 am to 2.30pm each day

THE STUDIO

Classes are held in warm well lit studio with large gothic windows looking out on a mature leafy garden , by a quiet laneway to scenic countryside .

MATERIALS please bring your own brushes , paints, paper etc However a basic selection is for sale at the studio. A list of suggested materials will be sent to you on receipt of booking.
THE COURSES Classes begin at 10am. Refreshments; teas, coffee etc. available all day.

LUNCH BREAK 12.30 to 2PM. You have a choice. Bring your own packed lunch or avail of Lunch in local Restaurant Rathwood. FINISH AT 4PM - If classes run over time, the studio remains open until 5 pm , relax, finish your work or just browse through Trudi’s art books.

ACCOMMODATION -A list of B&B’s / Hotels will be sent to you by email or post if required on completion of booking .

Book on line via email-

-contact trudiart@eircom.net

to book or inquire
or text Trudi 0876658500 for information
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Feedback - random samples -
"Thank you for the wonderful watercolour day . I have been admiring your work at the Kilkenny Arts festival for years and really admire your style, it was great to learn so much in one day !"M. K. Dublin

"I had a great day in your studio. Thank you for your watercolour expertise and for your patience. I will be back !" D. B. Wexford

" You are a brilliant teacher Trudi , thank you for sharing your gifts " J. K. Dublin

" I hope to return for another watercolour course soon , I enjoyed my day with you very much and your studio and lovely garden. Thank you " T.B.Kilkenny.

"I wanted to improve my drawing. Your Drawing day was so good , I'm coming back for more "
J.D. Carlow