Painting a Horse in Acrylics: October 8th 2025

DATE:    Wednesday October 8th 2025

Time:  10am – 4pm

Location:

Palais des Vaches Studio, Lower Exbury Farm, Inchmery Lane, Exbury. Southampton, SO45 1AE 

Cost:  £85     (Maximum number 12)

WORKSHOP DESCRIPTION

On this day workshop we will be painting the popular subject of a horse portrait.  Guidance is given throughout the day using photo reference with the painting process broken down in to simple stages.

Participants will master the fast drying time of acrylics, tackle dry brush and layering techniques and how to build detail to achieve a realistic portrait of a horse.

Having worked with acrylics for over 35 years I have learnt a lot about this versatile and exciting medium and I look forward to sharing some of my tips and techniques with you.

The workshop is suitable for anyone who is looking to try acrylics or who would like to learn some new ideas to take in to their own acrylic painting.

The workshop will be held at the Palais des Vaches studio which is surrounded by beautiful  countryside and the New Forest with its famous ponies. There is plenty of inspiration from both nature and the artwork hanging in the galleries.

Aims of the workshop

•  to gain a better understanding of painting with acrylics.
• to learn how to horse portrait
• to learn tips and techniques to take into your future paintings.
•  to leave with the confidence to continue painting in acrylics

All materials and equipment are provided for the workshop.NB Lunch is not provided so you are recommended to bring a packed lunch.  Tea , coffee and biscuits are available through the day.