Name: Edinburgh Plein Air: Adult Watercolor Course (4 or 8 Sessions)
Start: 2026-05-16T12:30:00.000Z
Location: The Royal Botanic Garden

**Hey everyone, are you an art lover?**
Have you been wondering when to start your art journey? Well, this is your chance.

We offer a **2-hour oil painting trial workshop**, designed to help you explore the beauty of oil painting in a relaxed and enjoyable way.
We also provide **tailor-made courses** based on your personal interests and goals.
We believe that art is a process to enjoy, not something that needs to look the same for everyone. Instead of rigid teaching, we adapt to your needs — or you can choose to follow our structured curriculum.
Our instructors are graduates from the **Edinburgh College of Art** and the **Glasgow School of Art**, bringing both professional training and creative guidance to your learning experience.

### **What You Will Learn (tailor-made courses selections)**

* **Geometric Sketching**
Learn how to break down objects into basic shapes and improve spatial awareness.
* **Light & Shadow**
Understand tonal values and how to create depth and volume.
* **Perspective Principles**
Explore vanishing points and how to build realistic space.
* **Composite Geometry (10 sessions)**
Develop more advanced composition and object placement skills.
* **Still Life Study (10 sessions)**
Apply techniques to real-life objects and complete refined artworks.

### **Target Audience**

* Ages 10 and above
* Beginners who want a structured introduction to drawing
* Students preparing for **GCSE Art & Design**

### **Materials & Requirements**

**We will provide everything you need:**

* Sketching pencils (HB, B, 2B, 4B, 6B+)
* Kneadable eraser
* Standard hard eraser
* Oil painting materials
* High-quality drawing paper
* Drawing boards and easels
* Still life setups
* Reference materials

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# Edinburgh Plein Air: Adult Watercolor Course (4 or 8 Sessions)

from £40.00
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Explore the historic charm of Edinburgh through your brush. Join our outdoor watercolor sessions to capture the city's iconic streets, hidden alleys, and lush landscapes with step-by-step professional guidance. Perfect for adults looking to unwind, socialize, and create art in the open air.
**Meeting Points:** Locations are selected weekly based on weather and natural light conditions (e.g., Dean Village, Princes Street Gardens, Victoria Street). We will send out a group notification with the exact meeting spot prior to each session.
**Weather Policy:** In the event of rain, sessions will be relocated to inspiring indoor venues, such as Edinburgh's local museums or the glasshouses at the Royal Botanic Garden, ensuring your sketching experience continues comfortably.

Edinburgh Plein Air: Adult Watercolor Course (4 or 8 Sessions)

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