Although I will be working mainly in line and watercolour in my sketchbook I will also be able to assist students who wish to use alternative mediums. All work will be done in the  sketchbook  so we will all be 'singing from the same hymn sheet' so to speak.
We will be sketching en plein air at every opportunity but have the option of painting indoors in a conference room if the weather turns nasty. I will be recommending students bring along their sketchbooks for these workshops and I will also be demonstrating the Fude Bent nib pen which is a super sketching tool. For those who would be interested in purchacing one please contact Will at Missenden School of Creative Arts who will have the product  information and price etc.  

I suggest you bring your usual materials and kit and I can go through it with you on the day . Painting outside presents its own challenges as well as what equipment to bring that will make the event more comfortable. Folding chairs, easels etc are a common piece of equipment but you will be sent my Information sheet when you book which lists all my materials, equipment and working method.
Although there are many fine vistas and views in and around Cookham, I am keen for you to explore a wide range of subjects so, weather depending, some subjects may be a short walk into the countryside, down to the river or into the village itself.

Please bring all your other painting materials paints, brushes, pens etc. with you as these will not be supplied.

Barry Herniman

Barry is a full time Professional Artist who lives in Ross on Wye. His main medium is watercolour but also works in Pastel, Acrylics and mixed media.
Armed with his trusty sketchbook he has produced many full colour sketches of his travels together with his diary notes which have now been printed in his book ' Barry Herniman's Travelling Sketchbook' available for sale on the day. His brand New Book 'SKETCHING OUTDOORS'  DISCOVER THE JOY OF PAINTING OUTSIDE will also be on sale with 144 pages packed full of information .
He won the SAA Artist of the Year Award and has produced teaching DVD's and books. He regularly holds workshops and demos to Art Clubs and Societies all over the country and has organised many successful overseas painting holidays including 'A Cruise up the Nile' and 'The 'Fall colours of New England' USA. He has written many articles for The Artist magazine and is a regular contributor.
Landscapes, seascapes and Townscapes are his main subjects but can turn his hand to most things.
'I am a full time Artist who has been painting and sketching en plein air in my trusty Sketchbooks for many years.
I have arranged and tutored a wide range of Painting Holidays / Breaks both at home and abroad and am a regular contributor to the ARTIST Magazine.
I also undertake painting demos to Art Society’s/ Clubs in various locations. I’m a keen watercolourist but also work in Acrylics and Gouache.'
My website is :  Barryherniman.com