Tuition
Lynda undertakes tuition on a class basis.
She works in a large, roomy studio, providing comfortable conditions and ample space for each class member.
Lynda is a popular tutor who is able to inspire and teach students of all levels, from newcomers to art who are less accomplished, to those who are becoming artists in their own rights. Her ability to share her knowledge and to offer one-to-one tuition to each student, even in a class setting, makes the classes popular – there is often a waiting list.
Lynda offers full-day classes once a month, and students are given suggestions for ‘homework’ to help them develop the work they have done in class during the previous weeks. In the summer she offers full-day workshops near her home in Donhead St Andrew.
Please contact Lynda for information on courses, availability of places and pricing.
Art Society Bookings
As with her classes, Lynda has the gift of being able to offer stimulating talks that are both interesting and informative.
Her talks, art demonstrations and one-day workshops are so popular with art society members that she is now taking bookings for up to a year in advance.
Please contact Lynda for more details.
Courses and Workshops
Drawing and Painting Masterclass at Halswell House, Somerset
Tuesday 3–Thursday 5 February 2009
This is a rare opportunity to enjoy an art experience that you will never forget, combining a luxury stay in a stately home with a drawing and painting masterclass under the expert tuition of Lynda Appleby, one of the South’s most popular art tutors.
To be held in Halswell House, Somerset, this William and Mary period mansion has an exquisite original Chinese room, 17th century ballroom, sweeping carved staircases, a 300-year-old ornamental lake with follies scattered throughout the grounds, and a decked roof-top that offers spectacular views across the Somerset countryside.
For those with some experience in painting, this masterclass will take its inspiration from Halswell itself, exploring the dramatic effect of light flooding through gigantic arched windows onto interiors, as well as looking out through windows to the Somerset countryside beyond. This course is part of a week-long programme of events for the first Tulip Fair at Halswell House. With tulips providing stunning centre-piece decorations in the grand reception rooms, this will be a flower-painter’s paradise.
All participants will be encouraged to take a fresh approach to their work, seeing, exploring and painting with new eyes, whether it be an interior setting, a landscape viewed through the window, a flower arrangement or one of the object d’arts that tell the story of those who created and lived in Halswell in its original glory.
Accommodation will be in luxury bedrooms. Each room is different and unique. Each one is a visual delight for the artist. All rooms are furnished with exquisite Georgian, Regency or Edwardian furniture with original ornate beds in polished walnut, topped with luxury pocket-sprung mattresses for ultimate comfort. Bathrooms are a skilful blend of antique hand-basins with marble floors and modern power showers. Soft white towels and monogrammed bathrobes complete the luxury experience. All participants will be given their own room, unless couples request shared occupancy. And you can end the day with a dip in the hot tub on the roof!
Halswell offers infinite inspiration for the artist, and is the ultimate art venue that will both nurture you and feed your soul.
This three day painting course, including luxury accommodation with single occupancy in each room, full board including breakfast, refreshments throughout the day, light lunch, 3-course evening meal and personal tuition with Lynda Appleby is £360. Participants also have the optional extra of booking the candlelit Baroque musical evening on Thursday 5th February at a £10 discount per ticket.
Featured in both the Daily Mail and the book In Search of the Perfect House–500 of the Best Buildings in Britain and Ireland, the author, Marcus Binney, when asked which was his favourite, suggested that Halswell could be the most perfect house with its wonderful position, romantic setting and lovely follies.
For further information visit www.halswellevents.co.uk and www.halswelltulipfair.co.uk. All bookings to be made direct with Halswell House. Telephone +44 (0)845 204 1066.
Places will be limited, so book as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Bookings are being taken now.
May & June 2009
Local one-day workshops in Donhead St Mary, Dorset
In May and June, I will be offering another series of one-day workshops in and around Donhead St Mary, visiting new locations for those who have been before. Full details will be sent out in due course. If you have not received a mailing on these before please contact me.
Earnley Concourse, East Wittering, Sussex
Sunday 24–Friday 29 May 2009
This will be the first of three residential painting workshops at Earnley Concourse, East Wittering, near Chichester. Each one is complete in itself and you can book just one – or more if you wish. Situated in a rural setting, Earnley offers ten acres of grounds to explore, a delightful walled garden for quiet moments and a luxurious indoor swimming pool. Accommodation, on a full board basis, is of a high standard in en-suite rooms with television in each room. Earnley also offers delicious home-cooked food and has a fully licensed bar.
This five day course will be on the theme of ‘Skies, Water & Waves’, with the emphasis on mastering these elements and learning how to confidently incorporate them into your paintings. We will be based in a bright, purpose-built art studio, as well as working outdoors.
Bookings must be made direct with Earnley and to ensure you get an early copy of their brochure contact Earnley by telephone on +44 (0)1243 670392 and ask to be put on their mailing list. For further information on Earnley Concourse visit www.earnley.co.uk.
Earnley Concourse, East Wittering, Sussex
Sunday 28 June–Friday 3 July 2009
This five day residential course at Earnley Concourse will be on the theme of ‘Architecture in the Landscape’ and is designed to help you gain greater understanding of the relationship of the natural and man-made structure in the landscape. Every opportunity will be made to work directly from the subject but with planned studio periods to consolidate their resources. Bookings must be made direct with Earnley, as above.
Dedham Hall in Constable Country, Essex
Sunday 29 August–Saturday 5 September 2009
This event will be a week-long residential at Dedham Hall, a 15th century manor house set in the heart of the glorious Constable Countryside. Accommodation is in a peaceful and tranquil setting. All rooms have en-suite shower and bath. The residents’ lounge, dining room and bar overlook a secluded walled garden.
This workshop will be on the theme of ‘Landscapes with Impact’. Taking our inspiration from the surrounding Constable Country we will explore the key elements that can turn an ordinary landscape painting into a dynamic work with impact.
Bookings must be made direct with Dedham Hall and to ensure you get an early copy of their brochure telephone Dedham Hall on +44 (0)1206 323027 and ask to be put on their mailing list. For further information on Dedham Hall visit www.dedhamhall.demon.co.uk.
Earnley Concourse, East Wittering, Sussex
Sunday 6–Friday 11 September 2009
My third workshop at Earnley Concourse will concentrate of creating ‘Dynamic Composition in the Landscape’, learning how to choose the right subject matter, scale, colour, tone and texture to create landscapes with atmosphere and drama. Finding exciting compositions on location will be a key element of the course with planned studio periods to consolidate found resources. Bookings must be made direct with Earnley, as above.