Plein Air Painting Workshops
Learn to paint outdoors in the Peak District and Beyond! All experience levels welcome.
Learn the purest form of painting - capturing nature right in front of you
Have you ever wanted to truly capture the beauty of the English countryside in all its majestic colours? In this full-day plein air painting workshop, you will learn how to use my straightforward step-by-step approach for capturing the landscape in paint.
No prior painting experience necessary, only enthusiasm and a willingness to try new things and have fun!
Painting outdoors for the first time can be intimidating, but with my instruction and a friendly group of painters, you will learn the essentials and joy of painting outdoors in the beautiful countryside.
These workshops will teach you how to:
- choose a suitable subject
- create a pleasing composition from what you see in front of you
- accurately judge colour and value
- show distance and perspective
- deal with changing lighting and weather conditions
- relax and enjoy the process
What to expect?
Friendly and in-depth instruction in an encouraging environment by an award-winning oil painter
Friendly, supportive environment with like-minded people, and individualised feedback and guidance from me.
Stunning locations in the North of England and the Midlands
Important information
Price - £80 (£30 deposit), all materials included (except brushes)
Time - 9:30AM - 3:30PM, with a lunch break
Location and dates - check 2025 dates below!
Weather - if the weather forecast turns sour, you will be offered a choice of a different date or a full refund
Painting gear - the easel is lightweight (1kg / 2lb) and comes in a cary case. Everything else fits in a small-medium backpack or tote bag.
Please note that a basic level of fitness is required as we may need to climb over a stile, and carry your painting gear 10-15min each way.
Included:
- Full day's tuition
- Materials: oil paints, canvas boards, non-toxic solvent, rags and paper towels, disposable aprons
- Use of easels and palettes
- A friendly atmosphere and gorgeous views!
What to bring?
- A small range of brushes
- Packed lunch, water, snacks
- Outdoor clothes and footwear
- Camping stool (optional - only if you would like to sit whilst painting)
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Testimonials
Greta's oil painting workshop was very enjoyable. It was well run and the resources were very good, everything needed was supplied even down to wrapping wet oil boards so we could transport home. Greta's teaching method is very thorough and friendly and the pace was spot on. I would not hesitate in attending other workshops. Many thanks.
- Peter
Greta's workshop was a delight! This was my first experience using oil paints and Greta made the whole experience accessible and fun. We learned specific techniques to build an image using shape and colour, including tricks for painting that take advantage of the ways our brains are wired to understand what we are seeing. I would highly recommend Greta's painting workshops!
- Kate
What a fantastic day, the first time l have tried oils, Greta is a wonderful patient teacher, if you get an opportunity to have a class with Greta l thoroughly recommend it.
- Lynda
Want to know what it will be like? You can read all about my previous workshop here.
About Greta
Hello! I am a Sheffield-based landscape and animal oil painter, with hundreds of paintings under my belt and many years of teaching experience. My landscape work has been exhibited throughout the UK and has won several awards, including an Arts Council England grant. You can see my work here.
As a primarily self-taught artist, I am very passionate about teaching others about the principles and techniques to create beautiful paintings. Before I became a full-time artist, I was a Neuroscientist at the University of York, where I taught scientific research principles to Masters and Bachelors students.
I am now thrilled to use my teaching skills and my knowledge of how the brain works to share my true love - painting - with you!
Have any questions? Get in touch 🙂
email greta@gretavilidaite.co.uk
phone 07588073168
