In these times, political, economic, environmental and social upheaval, this course offers a reappraisal of political painting.
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ONLINE: The Super-power of a sketch book with Guy Allott: Thursday Evenings 4 Aug to 6 Oct 2022
10 Thursday evenings 6 -9 pm £275 This course is now full. This course is limited to 10 places. Register…
Read MoreLife Painting with Tim Patrick: Mondays 6-9pm May 16th to Jun 27th 2022
Painting the naked or clothed figure and the relationships and stories between the model and their surrounds is endlessly fascinating and difficult. In this six week course, students are invited to spend a day painting directly from the model…
Open Day at the Essential School of Painting: 7 May 2022 – 12 to 4pm
All are welcome. Venue: Main studio – The Essential School of Painting, Coburg Road, Haringey, London N22 6TZ Click above…
Read MoreONLINE: The Super-power of a sketch book with Guy Allott: Thursday Evenings 28 April to July 7 2022
The aim of this course is to generate ideas. All you need is a sketchbook, drawing materials, inks, brushes and an open mind. Each week is themed and comprises a set of tasks…
Appreciation of Pearl Holmes Brown OBE: 1947 – 2022
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Pearl Brown OBE, beloved member of our artistic community,…
Read MoreExhibition: Mythical Political – March 2nd to May 8th 2022
All are welcome to Dunfermline Scotland for the private view and exhibition Mythical Political from March 3rd to May 1st, 2022. This exhibition includes current and former students and artists who teach at or are associated with the ESOP. Private view Wednesday March 2nd, 7pm until late.
Life Painting with Tim Patrick – Fridays 10am-5pm- March 25th to 8th April 2022
The human figure has been a subject of compelling interest for artists throughout history. Painting the naked figure and the relationships between the model and their surrounds is endlessly fascinating and difficult. In this four week course, students are invited to spend a day painting directly from the model, developing their skills and ideas.
Painting Personal Projects: Saturdays 02 Oct 2021 to 02 July 2022
Painting Personal Projects is a programme that aims is to give you an opportunity to develop your own work whilst receiving guidance and mentoring in a supportive community of artists. It is intended to increase confidence, creativity and a sense of direction; helping to provide strategies for establishing and growing a body of work.
The Painting Year I: Materials, Methods and Ideas – Mondays 4 Oct 2021 to 11 Jul 2022
The Painting Year I is a practical course which aims to fill in all the gaps you never knew you had in your understanding and practice of painting. It is suitable for beginners (with some experience) to intermediate level in painting. If in doubt contact the school.
ONLINE: The Bigger Picture Post-grad course – Fridays 12 Nov 2021 – 08 July 2022
Join us and have this incredible opportunity to work within a close-knit group of artists for one year; explore individually and as a group and expand your art practice.
The Painting Year II Wednesdays: 06 Oct 2021 to 29 Jun 2022
The Painting Year II is a practical course for those looking to advance their practice, develop their skills and content whilst being guided by experienced and celebrated painters.