NG ART CLASS

01/12/2019

Week 4 Greetings from...The class played about with masking fluid to create some snowy scenes using pen and wash.

22/11/2019

Week 3 Tropical Fruit- Texture and Form
The class were given the task of using ink wash and line to create sculptural forms. I think the class really mastered this medium to create visually exciting pictures.

14/11/2019

Week 2 Bowls of Goodness

The class was asked to choose a bowl from a selection containing a variety of objects. Then they were set the task of constructing a still life containing these objects. they could discard any they didn't want but the still life must include the bowl. we looked at other artists work and discussed what would make a successful composition. Some great ideas and ex*****on here.

11/11/2019

Week 1 Veggie Box Still Life

Using Charcoal pencils and watercolour wash. The class drew from a display of vegetables set up in the class room. The class was encouraged to work out a successful composition and to be aware of textures and form when executing their drawings.

11/11/2019

Week 5 Figure Drawing with Life Model I wonder if anyone can guess who our model was? Our life model was unable to make it so luckily we had a stand in! We looked at composition and proportion. Feeling proud of the class in what is a difficult subject.

02/11/2019

Hello!! The next block of classes at NG Art Class are beginning soon. There are still a few places for this relaxed but informative art class. Local artist Sarah Innes will be there to advise you and guide you through each class. This session will include drawing, watercolours, ink and drawing and painting of local landmarks. The next session runs from:
Monday 4th Nov - 2nd Dec 7:00-9:00pm
at Newbattle Community Learning Centre,
67 Gardiner Place, Newtongrange, EH22 4RT.
A block of 5 classes £55
Some materials are provided
Tea and biscuits come as standard.
Looking forward to seeing some familiar faces but if you fancy doing something different new recruits are welcome.
Booking ahead essential. Please call Sarah: 07786771318

04/06/2019

Week 4 Watercolour Portrait
First the class drew their portraits in pencil concentrating on the proportions of the face and then applied washes of watercolours. It was no easy task but I think the class rose to the challenge and created portraits with depth and sensitivity. Terrific work!

29/05/2019

Week 3 Chinese Ink Botanical Drawings
These drawings are absolutely gorgeous! They have been very closely observed and delicately executed using Chinese ink and sticks found in the garden. The sticks were a revelation. They were simply shaped with a craft knife and when used held the ink really well.

16/05/2019

These pictures would be brilliant to draw from as they are all of local people!!

Born in New York, Rogovin was one of America’s most significant social documentary photographers. However, he initially trained as an optometrist at Columba University and in 1939 moved to Buffalo to establish his own optometric business. Rogovin was profoundly affected by the Great Depression and...

15/05/2019

Week 2 Charcoal
Continuing on the mining theme, it seemed appropriate to use charcoal to create these pictures drawn from old photographs of miners. The class looked at the artwork of Tom McGuiness and Peter Howson for inspiration. The class handled the tricky medium really well. Each artist has their own unique style which they have expressed to produce artworks full of character and grit.

03/05/2019

Week 1 We were lent a fine array of Mining memorabilia which we used as inspiration for some quick sketches and some relief printing. Here are some excellent examples of work from the evening.

28/04/2019

Going back in time and local for the first session at NG Art Class this Monday. Drawing inspiration from the mining industry. Observational drawing and a spot of printmaking are on the agenda. Thank you to the National Mining Museum Scotland, Newtongrange for their enthusiasm and help for this session.