Spot on! I returned to sketching 3 years ago after a 40 year gap (I don’t know why I stopped… family life and work I suppose) when I discovered local Isle of Wight line and wash classes run by another clever art teacher - a woman of course! Within 6 months it was all forced “on line” by lock downs (does it involve lines much?) and began to pick up students from all over UK and (mostly) EU. What a fascinating community in which to learn! The teacher (Julie Sajous) then also recommended you! Now the local classes are back in the studio - or rather, “out and about” for my sketching interests, but you’re still “here” too! Long may that continue. Thanks Róisín.
Wonderful online connections. How delightful to put them into real time.
I remember preparing for the urban sketching symposium in Porto and being warned that when you book for workshops it's a free for all and make sure you have chosen at least double the number you want to join because you probably won't get your first choice...i am not tech savvy and the anxiety associated with the process was high. And what do you know i sat in awe as i managed to register for both my first choices, one being with you and what a delight to interact with your warm and encouraging personality in person.
Have a wonderful time sketching, how I would love to be part of that group!! I am “trapped” at home and the online classes have been truly life changing for me. My artwork is so much better because of what I have learned. Looking forward to September class!
Thank you Catherine! I’m delighted to hear that you are pleased with your progress. Being trapped is no fun but there are definitely means to socialise that were never there for us until now.
Jan i live in Cape Town and i am thinking of visiting Ireland next year. One of the reasons is that i don't need a visa which is such a process, financially and otherwise.
Roisin i am hoping you will be running a workshop that i can slot into.
Spot on! I returned to sketching 3 years ago after a 40 year gap (I don’t know why I stopped… family life and work I suppose) when I discovered local Isle of Wight line and wash classes run by another clever art teacher - a woman of course! Within 6 months it was all forced “on line” by lock downs (does it involve lines much?) and began to pick up students from all over UK and (mostly) EU. What a fascinating community in which to learn! The teacher (Julie Sajous) then also recommended you! Now the local classes are back in the studio - or rather, “out and about” for my sketching interests, but you’re still “here” too! Long may that continue. Thanks Róisín.
Wonderful online connections. How delightful to put them into real time.
I remember preparing for the urban sketching symposium in Porto and being warned that when you book for workshops it's a free for all and make sure you have chosen at least double the number you want to join because you probably won't get your first choice...i am not tech savvy and the anxiety associated with the process was high. And what do you know i sat in awe as i managed to register for both my first choices, one being with you and what a delight to interact with your warm and encouraging personality in person.
That's so nice to hear Di. You were a lovely friendly, smiling presence too!
Have a wonderful time sketching, how I would love to be part of that group!! I am “trapped” at home and the online classes have been truly life changing for me. My artwork is so much better because of what I have learned. Looking forward to September class!
Thank you Catherine! I’m delighted to hear that you are pleased with your progress. Being trapped is no fun but there are definitely means to socialise that were never there for us until now.
That’s so good to hear Nick. Please tell her “bon courage” from a fellow journeywoman! And I wish you continued pleasure in your art.
I’m so glad you are part of the group with your inimitable wit Jan. I’m proud to be your teacher. Long live making the world smaller - and nicer 😍
Jan i live in Cape Town and i am thinking of visiting Ireland next year. One of the reasons is that i don't need a visa which is such a process, financially and otherwise.
Roisin i am hoping you will be running a workshop that i can slot into.
Yes Di, that is the plan - and tiny numbers, like the current one, which is so nice for everyone.
Never a truer word spoken Jan!