Classes, Workshops & Events
I offer a variety of Botanical Watercolour Painting Classes and Workshops, ranging from one-off session, to longer termly courses.
I also sell my artwork and homeware ranges at various events – these make a lovely day out and a chance to buy some unique gifts.
A calendar of Spring/Summer events is below, and for any more info, just email me at pennysanderson03@gmail.com. All materials and beverages are included in all my classes, while some of the Workshops involve a rather special teatime treats!
Taster/Introduction
These two-hour sessions offer people the chance to try Botanical painting before committing to a regular course. During the class we’ll look at composition, drawing, watercolour technique and painting.
Termly courses
This weekly series of three-hour classes is a natural progression from the Taster session, but is also suitable for those who would like to join without having attended an introduction. Structured over several weeks, each session will focus on a different project, and include a more in-depth look at Botanical techniques.
Suitable for beginners or more experienced artists. Prices dependent on length of course
Workshops
These seasonal pop-up events are a lovely way of having a go at watercolour painting, while focussing on a particular theme including Spring Blossoms, Roses, Autumn Leaves, and Christmas Cards. All the Workshops are at amazing venues in the southeast and often include free entry to a garden or a cream tea to make it a special treat!
Prices dependent on venue and what’s included
Sip ‘n’ Paint in your own home!
Why not try a Taster Workshop in the comfort of your own home – gather some friends and wine, and get ready for some fun!
Calendar of Classes, Workshops and Events
Tuesdays mornings: 25th February – 1st April; 22nd April – 20th May; 3rd June – 15th July
Friday mornings and afternoons: 28th February – 4th April; 25th April – 23rd May; 6th June – 18th July
De La Casa Studio, Hassocks, West Sussex, conveniently located near the station with direct links to London ad Brighton.
Botanical Taster – St George’s, Ditchling, East Sussex 13t February 2-4pm
An introduction to Botanical painting, where you’ll learn the basics of watercolours. No experience needed.
Sip ‘n’ Paint Taster Session – Barcelona, Spain, 16th February 5-8pm
A fun, relaxed session where you learn the principles of Botanical Drawing and Stippling. No experience needed.
Botanical Taster – De La Casa Studio, Hassocks, West Sussex 1st March 10-12pm £30pp
An introduction to Botanical painting, where you’ll learn the basics of using watercolour. Suitable for all levels.
Seasonal Botanical Birds (Spring/Blue Tit) Pitfield Barn, Hurstpierpoint, Sussex 11th March 2.30-4.30pm £30pp
Capture the beauty of these little garden birds in watercolour in the lovely Pitfield Flower Farm. Suitable for all levels.
Spring Fair @ Petworth House, West Sussex 5th and 6th April
I’ll be at this two-day shopping event with my homeware products and gifts, all based on my Botanical images.
Spring Bulbs – Pitfield Barn, Hurstpierpoint, West Sussex 8th April 2.30-4.30pm £30pp
Learn watercolour skills and paint beautiful Spring flowers in the lovely grounds of a flower farm.
Spring Bulbs – Borde Hill, West Sussex 24th April 2-4pm
A lovely event heralding the beginning of Spring! Tickets include free entry to the Garden, all materials and a cream tea included. Places are limited, but to secure your pace, book directly here:
‘Spring Bulbs’ – Botanical Art Class with Penny Sanderson – Borde Hill
Artists Open Houses – Ditchling, East Sussex every weekend and bank holidays in May 11-5pm
Join the amazing art gallery trail in our lovely East Sussex village, to make a great day out.
Spring Fair – Michael Hall, Forest Row, East Sussex 10th May
An artists’ and makers’ event in the lovely house and grounds of Michael Hall.
Spring Plant Fair – Borde Hill Garden, West Sussex 11th May
I’ll be at this popular event with my Botanically themed gifts and homeware.
Botanical Watercolour Day – Pitfield Barn, Hurstpierpoint, Sussex, 11th June 10-4pm £70pp
Take a whole day in beautiful surroundings to paint Summer flowers. Materials, beverages and yummy cake all included, just bring yourselves and a packed lunch. Suitable for all levels.
Summer Roses – Borde Hill Garden, Sussex, 19th June 2-4pm
Capture the beauty of Roses in watercolour. Ticket prices include free entry to the Garden, all materials and a cream tea included. Places are limited, but to secure your pace, book directly here:
‘Summer Roses’ – Botanical Art Class with Penny Sanderson – Borde Hill
Botanical Exhibition, De La Casa, Hassocks, 28th, 29th June
To coincide with the Artists’ Open Houses, my lovely students will be exhibiting their work, most of which will be for sale!
Seasonal Botanical Birds (Summer/Swallow) Pitfield Barn, Hurstpierpoint, West Sussex 15th July 2.30-4.30pm £30pp
Capture the beauty of birds in watercolour in the stunning surroundings of the Pitfield Flower Farm. Suitable for all levels.