1 Day Art Workshops
Step by Step Art was set up in 2011 in Chesterfield and initially started out as a local Art Group run by Self taught Artist Karen M Berisford who wanted to help those with an interest in producing Art, regardless of Artistic skills, a chance to learn how to create, improve and excel at their own Artistic talents. As the years have progressed, Step by Step Art has adapted too by offering 1 Day Workshops to anyone wishing to attend and has welcomed people who have travelled from as far as New Zealand to attend these Workshops. Karen has been an Artist for over 30 years, and tutors in the following mediums:
*COLOURED PENCILS* *GRAPHITE PENCILS* *ACRYLIC PAINTS*
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Step by Step Art Tutor, Karen M Berisford
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These Workshops are open to anyone of any ability who wishes to spend a full day learning how to produce a detailed piece of Artwork, watching demonstrations from Karen the tutor, and receiving 1 to 1 help too all combined to aid you in your Masterpiece.
These are particularly aimed at those who are looking to learn a specific medium and subject as they will be run throughout the year on a weekend and people from all over the UK and beyond are welcomed if you are in the vicinity.
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What will I learn at these Workshops?
Attendees at their individual work stations
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Desktop Easels can be used if you wish to bring one from home
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As these Workshops are offered to Artists of all calibre whether a complete beginner or an Intermediate, each Workshop is designed to give as much information about the medium as well as offering help and advice to all that need it, whether it be through the Tutor Demonstrations, the 1 to 1 help or the Workshop booklet that is yours to keep and continue using at home to complete your portrait or as reference for future projects. You can find out more about each medium at the bottom of this page.
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The 3 mediums tutored which are the Coloured pencils, Graphite pencils & Acrylics, although are worked in various ways, will show you:
*Starting out with the medium
*How to use the medium for best effects
*Blending for effectiveness
*How to build up layers/application of a medium
*How to create realism in your work
*Finalising your portrait
*Starting out with the medium
*How to use the medium for best effects
*Blending for effectiveness
*How to build up layers/application of a medium
*How to create realism in your work
*Finalising your portrait
Tutor Demonstrations & 1 to 1 help
Karen doing a Tutor Demonstration
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At a previous Graphite Pencil Workshop
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These Workshops are run and tutored by Artist, Karen M Berisford who trials each subject before the day to allow her to create a Workshop booklet/sheets for each attendee to follow throughout the day. The Workshop is broken up into 5 Tutor demonstrations, which allows everyone to watch how each section is created, pick up any hints and tips and to offer a good understanding of what it is they need to do to create their own masterpiece! Back at the work station, the Workshop booklet offers the same instructions including colour tones used, for those wishing to work from it and during this time Karen will also take time out with individuals for anyone requiring additional help before the next demonstration begins. Karen has found that tutoring this way really allows people to physically see and understand how to get the best out of the medium that is being taught and also allows those who may not have used the medium before, a good insight on what can be achieved.
At no point does Karen put any pressure on anyone to complete their portrait, and she encourages people to add their own individual style to their portrait. |
What is included in the price of a Workshop?
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*The Support paper/Canvas
*Reference photograph *Photocopy of subject for Tracedown use *Worksheets or booklets for the subject which includes a list of medium Do's & Dont's for future reference *Tutor Demonstrations *1 - 1 tutoring where required *Free Hot & Cold drinks throughout the day *An Art Kit for those loaning or purchasing one with their booking Each Workshop costs £42.00* or £80.00 if booking a Weekend Workshop *Art Kits charged extra - see pricing below |
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The Crooked Spire in Chesterfield
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Where are these Workshops run and how much?These 1 Day Workshops are run in the town of Chesterfield which is in Derbyshire, on the edge of the Peak District. If you have heard of the 'wonky spire', (officially known as the Church of St. Mary and All Saints) this is the place!
Bonsall Court Community Centre is the Workshop venue which can be found in Newbold - a 5 minute drive from the town centre and spaces are available for up to 10 people. Everyone gets their own table to set up their workspace allowing enough space to bring along your own Desktop Easel should you wish. Parking is available close by and the centre also has disabled access. |
