Summary

Join Andrew Geeson on this exciting opportunity to paint in the

picturesque medieval town of Obidos and along the Silver Coast just north

of Lisbon.

Details

There is so much to paint in and around Obidos from traditional houses

with pots, flowers and creepers to imposing buildings such as the Castle

and churches all within pedestrianised cobbled streets. We will probably

spend a couple of days in Obidos but there are also subjects outside of the

town including anything from impressive churches to small houses and

streets. We will also visit Caldas Da Rainha that has many historic

buildings, a market (some days) and a lake with reflections. We will also

visit the Silver Coast and paint coastal towns such as Nazare, Sao

Martinho do Porto and/or Peniche which include the imposing Fort of

Peniche.

Painting with watercolour's can be a truly fun and exciting experience.

The unpredictability of the paint allows for a sense of spontaneity and

playfulness in the creative process and Andrew exploits these aspects of

this interesting medium with the use of minimal drawing and loose,

expressive brushstrokes which adds an element of fun and

experimentation to the process. He encourages the artist to let go and

allow the paint to flow freely, creating unexpected and unique results. He

will spend much of his time giving quick demos and plenty of one-to-one

tuition.