This class is designed for beginners and is almost totally practical, i.e. you will be drawing most of the day, not listening to an academic lecture.

On this study day you will learn how to:

• Draw Celtic designs, both freehand and geometrically (interlace, complex spirals, pelta form, triskeles, key-pattern, animal forms, vegetal forms, metal-working motifs, trefoil, use of colour).
• Make your own designs, and copy classical designs.

A selection of books and materials will be on display, and a list of books and website info provided.  Information will be given to help you to:

• Be aware of spatial arrangements, asymmetry, Hallstadt and La Tene styles, Christian and Roman styles, and symbolism
• Find useful sources of ~Celtic artwork, as well as pre-Christian literature, mythology, ritual, history etc
• Be aware of materials such as acrylic, gouache, ink

We can also briefly consider other Celtic-style media e.g. braiding, calligraphy, willow sculpture, corn-dollies, carving, embroidery and tapestry.

Student comments:

• Excellent.  Good pace, v good resources to look at, fantastic food.
• I found the venue, facilities and catering of exceptionally high value - thanks.  I enjoyed the course but struggled!  Thanks for a most enjoyable day and I hope to return.
• This subject is more difficult than I thought.  I have however learnt the basics and realise I shall have to practice and practice.
• A thoroughly enjoyable day.  I've leant a lot and will do more at my leisure at home.  Lovely surroundings.
• Had a great time!
• Lovely day.
• Excellent course and lovely food.