Budding artists are learning to paint in watercolour this weekend in the heart of the Lake District. And the tuition package has proved so popular that the organisers plan to run it again in the autumn.
Artist Ron Bailey is treating his weekend pupils to his expert advice and guidance at the Rydal Lodge Country House B&B near Ambleside.
It’s a perfect setting in the heart of Romantic Lakeland which has been inspiring artists for centuries.
Ron Bailey has been involved in teaching art to adults for more than 40 years, using watercolour, oil and acrylic, pen and wash. He paints mainly landscapes in a traditional style but also enjoys doing more contemporary work. He currently has work on display at a gallery in the north Lakes.
“Ron finds this to be such an inspirational place to paint,” says proprietor Helena Tendall, who runs the B&B with husband Mark. “He’s such a talented artist and we were thrilled when he offered to come and share his skills with our visitors. He’s run several weekend sessions already, and this one has been so popular we’ve already invited him to come back again in the autumn.”
Rydal Lodge, just north of Ambleside, is a riverside B&B set in beautiful grounds at the epicentre of the Romantic movement in the Lakes. Just across the road is Rydal Mount, once the home of the poet William Wordsworth. And also nearby is the picturesque Grotto, in the grounds of Rydal Hall, which was built specially for artists with a window onto a spectacular waterfall. It was designed so that painters could sit in comfort while they captured the view.
But Rydal Lodge is also surrounded by some of the most beautiful scenery in the whole of the UK, from the tranquillity of Rydal Water and Grasmere to the majestic heights of Loughrigg fell and the Fairfield horseshoe range of mountains. It’s a dream setting for artists.
The next painting weekend will run from Friday 30th September to Sunday 2nd October 2022 and includes two days’ painting tuition, two days’ bed and breakfast accommodation and light lunches, and a non-painting partner can stay in the same room for a £40 supplement. Prices range from £302.50 for sole occupancy.
Bookings by phone or email only: info@rydallodge.co.uk or 015394 33208
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