Drawing & Painting Workshops - Core Skills: Shading, Light and Chiaroscuro
Drawing & Painting Workshops - Core Skills: Shading, Light and Chiaroscuro
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Thursday 3 September | 1–4pm
Shading, Light and Chiaroscuro
Experiment with light and shadow using inspiration from the masters. Explore different materials and techniques to create dramatic tonal effects. Suitable for all abilities.

Discover, Create, and Grow Your Artistic Skills This Summer!
Join Claire Harrison for a series of inspiring one-off art workshops designed to help you dive deep into specific techniques and develop your personal style. Each 3-hour session focuses on a particular skill, giving you hands-on experience with expert guidance in a relaxed, friendly and creative environment.
Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced artist, these workshops are perfect for anyone who wants to:
- Experiment with different materials and techniques
- Build confidence in their artistic abilities
- Explore new ways to express creativity
Claire brings over 25 years of teaching experience and a passion for helping students achieve their creative goals. Every workshop is tailored to individual needs, with demonstrations and one-to-one support throughout. No prior experience required - just bring your enthusiasm!
The full workshop programme includes:
Thursday 21 May: 1–4pm - Core Skills – Colour Mixing & Theory
Thursday 11 June: 1–4pm - Core Skills – Perspective
Thursday 2 July: 1–4pm - Understanding Watercolour Painting
Thursday 23 July: 1–4pm - Paint Like Monet
Thursday 13 August: 1–4pm - Paint Like Van Gogh
Thursday 3 September: 1–4pm - Core Skills – Shading, Light & Chiaroscur
Location
Leatherhead Institute, KT22 8AH