Watercolour Workshops in the Garden
Spend a peaceful and creative day immersed in nature at our Beginner’s Watercolour Workshop.
- Booking essential
Join Sussex artist Zara Wilkins for a session of outdoor watercolour painting. This summer we will be hosting two workshops inspired by our lakes - have a read below to find out what the focus will be for the two sessions.
These sessions are aimed at complete beginners - no expectations of previous drawing or watercolour experience. Lots of guidance will be given throughout the class, with the opportunity to experiment and create something of your own towards the last 3rd of the session using the techniques learned.
How the classes will run:
Meet at the reception area at Sheffield Park at 9:30 to collect your tote bag with materials for the workshop. We’ll leave at 9:45am to get to our painting location & set up for 10am. The sessions will run for 3 hrs (until 13:00) - you are welcome to take a loo break or have a snack any time.
All materials and easels are provided, but participants will need to bring: • A folding chair (unless you don’t mind standing at the easels) • Sun protection (hat, sun cream, sunglasses) • Footwear suitable for a countryside walk • Warm clothes
At 13:00 we will pack up and head back to the reception (arriving there at about 13:15 / 13:30) and drop off our bags.
Lakes & Landscapes Friday 24th July 10:00 - 13:00 (3 hrs)
Lakes & Lilies Monday 10th August 10:00 - 13:00 (3 hrs)
Times
Prices
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| All | £60.00 |
The basics
- Booking number
Call 0344 249 1895
- Accessibility
The garden is on hard standing paths but the workshop may leave the path. Please get in touch if you have any accessibility concerns.
- Meeting point
Just through Visitor Reception where the workshop host will meet you. Please arrive 5/10 minutes before your workshop slot.
- Suitability for children
Aimed at adults and older children.
- What to bring and wear
- A folding chair (unless you don’t mind standing at the easels) - Sun protection (hat, sun cream, sunglasses) - Footwear suitable for a countryside walk - Warm clothes
Upcoming events
Stand Up Paddleboarding
Get a ducks-eye-view of Sheffield Park this summer when you take to the water on a paddleboard! Moxie Unleashed are offering fun-filled SUP sessions for complete beginners through to experienced paddlers.
Lakes and Lilies Festival
Our picturesque lakes burst with colour during the summer. From the jewel-like waterlilies to swathes of wildflowers or the explosions of colour from the rhododendrons. There is something for everybody!
Summer of Play: Myths and Legends
Explore our enchanting garden as it transforms into a magical mythological realm throughout the summer months.
Big One Hundred - Ashdown Forest Family Festival
A magical new story for Ashdown Forest awaits...