An introduction to Skyscapes in oils on paper using Alla Prima techniques, relying on intuitive mark making to create emotive skyscapes. Throughout the day there will be the opportunity to experience a wide range of techniques that include washes, blends, stippling, scumbling and lifting.

Contextual studies will include looking at the work of Turner, Whistler and Caspar David Friedrich along with a host of other artists known for working in the tradition of the Sublime.

This workshop is for artists who have some experience of painting in oils (intermediate), not suitable for complete novices.

About the tutor:

Mark Stopforth is an artist specialising in oils and more specifically in Alla Prima techniques. His work finds inspiration from the Romantic and the Sublime Art of the past but given a contemporary feel. Mark has exhibited work both in the UK and abroad. He is currently represented by The Paragon Gallery, Cheltenham, Galerie Rollin, Rouen and Immobilium Art, Beverly Hills. Mark is  also a published author “Alla Prima Skies and Seas”

To view more of Mark’s work visit: www.markstopforth.co.uk

The workshop will at Willersey Village Hall 5 minutes drive from Broadway village. There is ample free parking onsite.

Tickets £100 (Limited to 13 places)

Tickets go on sale through the website at 10am on Monday 26th January & 1 week earlier for benefactors of the festival who benefit from priority booking.

Materials List: 

• Pencil/s
• Paper: Mark recommends Fabriano Academia smooth. Cartridge paper that is smooth with a gms of 200 and above is just as good
• Kitchen towel paper x 2 rolls
• White spirit (low odour)
• Gloves (disposable)
• Oil paints: Mark suggests the following colours: Prussian blue, Cobalt blue, Yellow ochre, Black, Titanium White, Green, Pink, Flesh tone pink plus any others that you have
• Brushes: A small range of brushes from small to medium for detailing and blending
• Bring some old brushes for stippling
• Small bowl for white spirit
• Masking tape

Would you like to buy a Broadway Arts Festival apron to wear at the workshop? If so, just add it to your order for £20 and it will be available for collection at your workshop.

Tutor Mark Stopforth