Portrait Painting Masterclass
Four-Night Residential Check-in Monday 23rd August 2027 Check-out Friday 27th August 2027
This portrait painting masterclass will focus on encouraging students to think about more than just the technicalities of painting a portrait and look at ways to get a connection between artist and sitter. The first day will focus on painting exercises to encourage playfulness with paint, ways to connect with the model and the rigour of keen observation in order to gain a likeness. Students will be encouraged to develop their own unique way of looking, seeing and working as well as pushing their use of paint and tools in new directions. The mechanics of paint - how colour, tone, values work; issues to do with applying paint as well as the benefits of a limited-colour palette will also be covered. Days two and three will be working through the process of making a portrait. You will be encouraged to work through problems, pay attention to what you are seeing and develop a sense of connection with your sitter. You will have group tuition, demonstrations as well as one-to-one support throughout. On Friday morning there will be an opportunity for everyone to show the work they have produced and engage in a critique with Wendy and fellow participants followed by a group lunch. You will depart Cober Hill in the early afternoon. Wendy has exhibited with the Royal Society of Portrait Painters as well becoming Sky Arts Portrait Artist of the Year 2023 winning a commission to paint Dr. Jane Goodall for the National Portrait gallery collection. She has since exhibited at the Herbert Smith Freehills Portrait Award at the National Portrait Gallery as well as the Royal Society of Portrait Painters in 2023 and 2024. Wendy is also a member of the Contemporary British Portrait Painters (CBPP). Wendy's portraiture is led by the emotion, expression and human connection between artist and sitter as well as the shapes and connections she sees in her subjects. Wendy is keen to develop each student’s abilities of looking, connecting and expressing themselves with an emphasis on keen observation as well as encouraging a playful approach to both tools and the paint. This masterclass includes a full board four-night stay at Cober Hill, just outside Scarborough. Check-in from 3pm on Monday 23rd August 2027 Check-out by 10am Friday 27th August 2027
Cancellation Policy
Right to Cancel and Receive Reimbursement The statutory 14-day cooling-off period does not apply to accommodation and leisure services provided on specific dates. We offer the following goodwill policy: Cancellation & Refund Policy: More than 12 weeks before arrival: Full refund minus £30 administration fee per person. 6–12 weeks before arrival: 75% refund. 4–6 weeks before arrival: 50% refund. Less than 4 weeks before arrival: No refund. Cancellations must be made in writing to info@bookaclass.com. Refunds (where due) will be processed within 10 business days. Travel / Holiday Insurance Recommendation We strongly recommend that all participants purchase comprehensive travel or holiday insurance at the time of booking. This should cover cancellation or curtailment, medical expenses, personal belongings, and any other relevant risks. We cannot be held responsible for any losses, damages, or additional costs you may incur due to cancellation, illness, injury, or other unforeseen circumstances if you do not have adequate insurance in place. Rescheduling: Possible up to 8 weeks before arrival (subject to availability). A £30 administration fee applies for changes made later. Our Right to Cancel: We may cancel a residential stay due to insufficient numbers or force majeure. In such cases we will first offer an alternative date before offering a full refund.