Description
This 2 day workshop offers a comprehensive learning experience focused on understanding and applying key elements of Cadell’s artistic style, colour palette and perspective techniques to create a painting that takes learnings from the famous Scottish Colourist.
Day 1: Capturing Perspectives and Colours
Morning Session:
Introduction to F.B. Cadell and Scottish Colourism
Brief overview of Cadell’s life, artistic career, and his significance within the Scottish Colourist movement.
Introduction to the key characteristics of Cadell’s style, including his use of vibrant colors, unique compositions, fascination with light and shadow and incorporation of linear and nonlinear perspective.
Understanding Perspective
Introduction to perspective drawing how Cadell incorporated perspective into his paintings to create depth and visual interest
Sketching exercises focusing on one-point and two-point perspective, using the examples for reference.
Colour Palette Exploration
Over view of colour theory and exploration of Cadell’s colour palette, including his preference for bold and contrasting colours and how it was used color to evoke mood and atmosphere
Colour mixing exercises using Cadell’s palette, with a focus on creating a harmonious colour scheme.
Afternoon Session:
Outdoor Sketching Session at Shambellie House
Guided sketching session outdoors, where you can apply your understanding of perspective and colour to capture the surroundings in the style of F.B. Cadell.
Ailsa will provide individual feedback and guidance on incorporating Cadell’s techniques into your sketches.
Day 2: Painting in Cadell’s Style – In the studio
Morning Session:
Review of Day 1 and Demonstration
Recap of key concepts covered on Day 1, including perspective drawing and colour palette.
Instructor demonstration of painting techniques inspired by F.B. Cadell’s style, focusing on brushwork, colour application, and composition.
Composition Planning
Discussion on composition in Cadell’s paintings, including the arrangement of shapes, forms, and focal points.
Sketching the final composition using the sketches and concepts developed earlier in the workshop.
Individual Painting Sessions
You will begin painting your own artworks, blocking in the main shapes of the painting using the palettes from day 1.
Afternoon Session:
Individual Painting Sessions
Continue painting your own artworks.
One-on-one guidance and support from Ailsa as you work on your paintings, with a focus on applying Cadell’s techniques and capturing the essence of your chosen scenes.
Wrap-Up
Final discussion on lessons learned from the workshop, practical tips for further exploration of Cadell’s style, and encouragement to continue developing your skills in painting and perspective drawing.
