• Sale! Plein Air Workshop - Ladybower Reservoir - August 21th

    Plein Air Workshop – Ladybower Reservoir – August 21th

    Price range: £30.00 through £80.00 Suitable for all levels of experience. Join us for a fabulous day of fun painting and learning amongst like-minded people. EARLY BIRD PRICE! Discounted (£80) price available until July 15th! This applies to Deposit-Only bookings too. After July 15th, the price goes up to regular £90. Date - August 21th (Friday) Time - 10:00AM - 3:30PM, with a lunch break. Arrival time 9:30am. Location - Ladybower Reservoir (Fairfields Car Park), just off Snakes Pass, A57. Convenient location from Sheffield, Manchester and beyond. What's included?
    • All materials (except brushes)
    • Full day's tuition: a demonstration and individualised teaching, advice and feedback throughout the day
    • Use of easels and palettes
    • Small, friendly group of painters and a jolly good time!
    Ladybower Reservoir is an iconic location in the Peak District and we will take advantage of the lovely shaded views across the water and in the woodland. Our painting spot is only a 5min walk from the modern toilets and a well-stocked café kiosk. Expect a relaxing day under the shade of the trees, painting with like-minded individuals in a peaceful environment. If you have trouble booking, or would prefer to book by bank transfer, please email me greta@gretavilidaite.co.uk If paying deposit only, the balance will be due a the week of the workshop. Please see cancellation policy below. If the weather forecast turns sour, you will be offered a choice of a different date or a full refund, although Parsley Hay does have a roof we can hide under if there is an occasional summer shower.
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  • Sale! Plein Air Workshop - Parsley Hay - August 20th

    Plein Air Workshop – Parsley Hay – August 20th

    Price range: £30.00 through £80.00 Suitable for all levels of experience. Join us for a fabulous day of fun painting and learning amongst like-minded people. EARLY BIRD PRICE! Discounted (£80) price available until July 15th! This applies to Deposit-Only bookings too. After July 15th, the price goes up to regular £90. Date - August 20th (Thursday) Time - 10:00AM - 3:30PM, with a lunch break. Arrival time 9:30am. Location - Parsley Hay Car Park, near Youlgreave & Monyash. A 15min drive from Bakewell. A map with detailed directions will be provided nearer the time. What's included?
    • All materials (except brushes)
    • Full day's tuition: a demonstration and individualised teaching, advice and feedback throughout the day
    • Use of easels and palettes
    • Small, friendly group of painters and a jolly good time!
    Parsley Hay is a gorgeous location on the Pennine Bridleway with long reaching views, picnic benches and very modern toilets on site. Expect a lovely day out with a leisurely lunch, plenty of time to paint one (or two!) paintings. We will only need to walk about 5min from the car park to set up. If you have trouble booking, or would prefer to book by bank transfer, please email me greta@gretavilidaite.co.uk If paying deposit only, the balance will be due a the week of the workshop. Please see cancellation policy below. If the weather forecast turns sour, you will be offered a choice of a different date or a full refund, although Parsley Hay does have a roof we can hide under if there is an occasional summer shower.
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  • Plein Air Workshop - Hopton Gardens - July 11th

    Plein Air Workshop – Hopton Gardens – July 11th

    Price range: £30.00 through £90.00 £90, all materials and equipment provided (except brushes!) Suitable for all levels of experience. Join us for a fabulous day of fun painting and learning amongst like-minded people. Date - July 11th (Saturday) Time - 10:00AM - 4PM, with a lunch break Location - Hopton Hall, Hopton, Matlock DE4 4DF. Near Carsington Water and Wirksworth. A map with detailed directions will be provided nearer the time. What's included?
    • All materials (except brushes)
    • Full day's tuition: a demonstration and individualised teaching, advice and feedback throughout the day
    • Use of easels and palettes
    • Small, friendly group of painters and a jolly good time!
    Hopton Hall is a gorgeous stately home with beautiful grounds and a stunning rose garden. We will be painting either in the rose garden itself or in the grounds in front of the house, depending on weather and light. There is an incredible amount of subject matter and interest. There is a cafe and toilets on site. Please note that a basic level of fitness is required as you might need to carry your painting  gear (light aluminium easel, a canvas board and a small bag of art supplies) 10-15min each way to our chosen painting spot. Hopton Hall opens up to the public every July for their Month of Art, which these workshops are part of. They also have a competition that all artists can enter and the Hopton Art in the Rose Gardens art fair, please find more information here: https://www.hoptonhall.co.uk/month-of-art/ If you have trouble booking, or would prefer to book by bank transfer, please email me greta@gretavilidaite.co.uk If paying deposit only, the balance will be due a the week of the workshop. Please see cancellation policy below. If the weather forecast turns sour, you will be offered a choice of a different date or a full refund.
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  • Plein Air Workshop - Hopton Gardens - July 9th

    Plein Air Workshop – Hopton Gardens – July 9th

    Price range: £30.00 through £90.00 £90, all materials and equipment provided (except brushes!) Suitable for all levels of experience. Join us for a fabulous day of fun painting and learning amongst like-minded people. Date - July 9th (Thursday) Time - 10:00AM - 4PM, with a lunch break Location - Hopton Hall, Hopton, Matlock DE4 4DF. Near Carsington Water and Wirksworth. A map with detailed directions will be provided nearer the time. What's included?
    • All materials (except brushes)
    • Full day's tuition: a demonstration and individualised teaching, advice and feedback throughout the day
    • Use of easels and palettes
    • Small, friendly group of painters and a jolly good time!
    Hopton Hall is a gorgeous stately home with beautiful grounds and a stunning rose garden. We will be painting either in the rose garden itself or in the grounds in front of the house, depending on weather and light. There is an incredible amount of subject matter and interest. There is a cafe and toilets on site. Please note that a basic level of fitness is required as you might need to carry your painting  gear (light aluminium easel, a canvas board and a small bag of art supplies) 10-15min each way to our chosen painting spot. Hopton Hall opens up to the public every July for their Month of Art, which these workshops are part of. They also have a competition that all artists can enter and the Hopton Art in the Rose Gardens art fair, please find more information here: https://www.hoptonhall.co.uk/month-of-art/ If you have trouble booking, or would prefer to book by bank transfer, please email me greta@gretavilidaite.co.uk If paying deposit only, the balance will be due a the week of the workshop. Please see cancellation policy below. If the weather forecast turns sour, you will be offered a choice of a different date or a full refund.
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  • Plein Air Workshop - High Peak Junction - June 18th

    Plein Air Workshop – High Peak Junction – June 18th

    SOLD Suitable for all levels of experience. Join us for a fabulous day of fun painting and learning amongst like-minded people. Date - June 18th (Thursday) Time - 9:30AM - 3:30PM, with a lunch break Location - High Peak Junction, Matlock, DE4 5HN. Just a few minute drive from Matlock. A map with detailed directions will be provided nearer the time. What's included?
    • All materials (except brushes)
    • Full day's tuition: a demonstration and individualised teaching, advice and feedback throughout the day
    • Use of easels and palettes
    • Small, friendly group of painters and a jolly good time!
    High Peak Junction is a beautiful location by the Cromford Canal where goods used to be unloaded from trains and into canal boats. There are site toilets and a little cafe kiosk. Please note that a basic level of fitness is required as you might need to carry your painting  gear (light aluminium easel, a canvas board and a small bag of art supplies) 10-15min each way. If you have trouble booking, or would prefer to book by bank transfer, please email me greta@gretavilidaite.co.uk If paying deposit only, the balance will be due a the week of the workshop. Please see cancellation policy below. If the weather forecast turns sour, you will be offered a choice of a different date or a full refund.
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  • Stunning landscapes in oils, Baslow, February 22nd

    Stunning landscapes in oils, Baslow, February 22nd

    SOLD Sunday, February 22nd, 2026 Baslow Village Hall, Baslow, Derbyshire, DE45 1SR What's included? Full day's tuition (10AM - 3:30PM, with a lunch break) - Materials: canvas boards, mineral spirit, rags and paper towels (just bring brushes!) - Use of easels and palettes - Light refreshments and snacks If paying deposit only, the balance will be due a week before the workshop. Please note: the deposit is non-refundable. See the cancellation policy below.
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  • Stunning landscapes in oils, Tansley, January 17th

    Stunning landscapes in oils, Tansley, January 17th

    SOLD Saturday, January 17th, 2026 Tansley Village Hall, Church St, Tansley, Matlock DE4 5FH What's included? Full day's tuition (10AM - 3:30PM, with a lunch break) - Materials: canvas boards, mineral spirit, rags and paper towels (just bring brushes!) - Use of easels and palettes - Light refreshments and snacks If paying deposit only, the balance will be due a week before the workshop. Please note: the deposit is non-refundable. See the cancellation policy below.
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  • Oil Painting Workshop - Animals in landscape, Heath, November 16th

    Oil Painting Workshop – Animals in landscape, Heath, November 16th

    SOLD In this workshop we will be painting animals in the landscape using oils. This workshop is perfect for you if you would like to expand your landscape painting skills, or if you are a complete beginner and would like to begin your painting journey! Sunday, 16th of November, 2025 Heath Village Hall, Heath, Chesterfield, S44 5RX (near Chesterfield and the M1) What's included? Full day's tuition (10AM - 3:30PM, with a lunch break) - Materials: canvas boards, mineral spirit, rags and paper towels (just bring brushes!) - Use of easels and palettes - Light refreshments and snacks If paying deposit only, the balance will be due a week before the workshop. Please note: the deposit is non-refundable. See the cancellation policy below.
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  • Landscapes in oils indoor workshop, Heath, May 10th

    Landscapes in oils indoor workshop, Heath, May 10th

    SOLD Sunday, May 10th, 2026 Heath Village Hall, Heath, Chesterfield, S44 5RX (near Chesterfield and the M1) What's included? Full day's tuition (10AM - 3:30PM, with a lunch break) - Materials: canvas boards, mineral spirit, rags and paper towels (just bring brushes!) - Use of easels and palettes - Light refreshments and snacks If paying deposit only, the balance will be due a week before the workshop. Please note: the deposit is non-refundable. See the cancellation policy below.
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  • Landscapes in oils indoor workshop, Tansley, April 19th

    Landscapes in oils indoor workshop, Tansley, April 19th

    SOLD Sunday, April 19th, 2026 Tansley Village Hall, Church St, Tansley, Matlock DE4 5FH What's included? Full day's tuition (10AM - 3:30PM, with a lunch break) - Materials: canvas boards, mineral spirit, rags and paper towels (just bring brushes!) - Use of easels and palettes - Light refreshments and snacks If paying deposit only, the balance will be due a week before the workshop. Please note: the deposit is non-refundable. See the cancellation policy below.
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  • Landscapes in oils indoor workshop, Edale, April 9th

    Landscapes in oils indoor workshop, Edale, April 9th

    SOLD Thursday, April 9th, 2026 Edale Village Hall, Edale, Hope Valley, S33 7ZA What's included? Full day's tuition (10AM - 3:30PM, with a lunch break) - Materials: canvas boards, mineral spirit, rags and paper towels (just bring brushes!) - Use of easels and palettes - Light refreshments and snacks If paying deposit only, the balance will be due a week before the workshop. Please note: the deposit is non-refundable. See the cancellation policy below.
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