"I have done them all - acrylic classes, watercolours, drawing, life drawing, Japanese Art, Chinese Art, online classes too numerous to mention. Claire's classes are the first to make me feel like I am not painting or drawing someone else idea and actually learning techniques that I can adapt and make my own. Highly recommended - Claire is a master at transferring her knowledge and making it work for each individual student in her class" - Ann Cook

Pencil to Paint
​Layering

Each stage of the work bringing it to life with detail and colour.
The different stages of a students work. Ann had not really had a lot of experience in drawing and this was her first course under Claires guidance. The course is on average 8 weeks. A short drawing course before joining Layering sees each student manage this course with greater ease but not essential.
​Each stage is carefully explained and the student and has consistent input through the whole process. It is one of the most fascinating processes and highly successful in achieving a higher level of detail. 





Each of the stages of this piece are a good demonstration of the progress of this course. You can see the student really starts to connect to the piece and then flourishes.

Beginner or experienced lets hone your skills and learn to up skill your drawing practice. If you are wanting that detail for a more realistic approach in your paintings this is the course for you. Painting is a skill that enables creativity and self-expression to transcend the medium and build confident skills. This course series works with you at a pace that is right for you. The items below are the materials we will be using in this series. Please click the link below for detailed information of this course.  
​Good Definition reference photograph is needed of possible subject the student wishes to paint
Fabriano Artistico Hot Pressed 640gsm
Gator Foam Board 605 x 798mm or suitable hard board to tape the paper to
#3 Da Vinci Round Brush or brush of similar size in a different brand
Graphite Pencil 2H, 2B, 6B, 9B
Photo of your choice
Tutor: Claire
When:  
Where: Matakana/Warkworth
Duration: 8 Weeks
Maximum Attendees: 8

BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL
Warkworth Studio Tuition:
​Tutor: Claire
​When: 
Where: Matakana/Warkworth
Dates: To be announced
Duration: 8 weeks
Maximum Attendees: 8
​BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL
"I have attended a lot of courses, I think Claire adds that little bit of magic to make you want to stretch yourself "- Ann Cook