Holidays, Courses and Workshops                        

2011/2012

My workshops and painting holidays (listed below for the forthcoming period) are a very important part of my own personal development too – I see them as a two-way process, and get to meet a lot of very interesting and creative people in the process, which I find to be totally enriching.

I am looking to do more demonstrations and talks around the UK in the future, so if you know of an art group, establishment or club who may be interested, do contact me.

One of my titles would be: “Following a creative path – my life as an artist” An illustrated talk (which could be followed by a one-day watercolour workshop – optional).

ALSO:

Watercolour Painting Workshops, Languedoc, France

One day and half-day workshops in Languedoc held fairly regularly- let me know if you are interested in details.

Sketchclub, Languedoc

Regular meetings on Thursday afternoons (contact me for details)

Private Tuition Available on request

TUITION ON CRUISES

If you are interested to cruise knowing I will be on board as `artist in residence`, just email me for details.

Featured on the website..............

.......The Correspondence programme………with a difference!

`Drawn Together –
The Jackie Devereux Sketch and Draw programme©`

This Correspondence Programme has a `cutting edge` in as much as Jackie`s experience in teaching adults spans well over the last  thirty years both in colleges and `in the field`. She has been exhibiting her award winning paintings and drawings non-stop since the early `70`s and she travels the world with her sketchbooks in hand, actively encouraging and teaching people how recognize their own creativity through drawing and painting. Jackie has also run her own studio and painting holidays for many years, and typical of the many testimonials Jackie receives is “I have learnt more in one session with Jackie than I have ever thought possible!”

Throughout the correspondence programme Jackie`s written explanations backed up with visuals are easy to comprehend and execute – not by copying, but by learning to look and see. Above all, the exercises are designed to open up a visual awareness of the world around you and will enable you to learn how to interpret what you see and feel in an individual way.

The correspondence programme has four major parts, each consisting of eight modules, each one of which can be either self-assessed or sent to me for comment and guidance. The beauty of a correspondence course is that you can work at your own pace, in your own home environment and with no pressure, and yet with a great deal of support and encouragement through the personal attention each participant and assignment will receive.

The cost  are discounted if paid in full at the outset and you can take advantage of the
FREE INTRODUCTORY MODULE
to give you a taste of what is to come.

 If you would like to know more, contact Jackie Devereux direct.

Why not join Jackie for one (or more) of the following courses
with a built-in holiday atmosphere.....

`A Watercolour Voyage of Discovery`

5 - 10 August 2012

During this course, we shall work together through a variety of pure and simple watercolour techniques producing complex effects through experimentation.

From the outset we can experiment beyond the norm by ignoring the general `rules` and journeying through the boundaries whether starting from scratch or building on experience towards strengthening confidence with this beautiful medium.

We shall take in a variety of subject matter, hopefully making the most of sketching around the Abbey to gather inspiration.

Regular mini-workshops and demonstrations will be a major part of this week, with plenty of individual attention throughout. Be prepared for a `very wet week`.

This course aims to……

Encourage experimentation and bring watercolour painting firmly into the 21st Century.

It is for………

All levels, and in particular for those wishing to push out personal boundaries beyond the norm, as well as moving forward whilst respecting well established conventional methods.

During the course…………

We shall be interpreting our surroundings and/or working from our own sketches.

By the end of the course you should be able to……

• Be confident with the watercolour medium and equipment
• Be able to see more potential for painting through taking a different look at the subject
• Be open-minded with regards to approaches to different subject matter
• Be experimental and bold with colour and texture as well as presentation

After the course………

Continue to experiment and paint and draw regularly and look out for more courses to stretch ideas

`Pure unadulterated watercolours`

12 - 17 August 2012

Where even sketching is in watercolour – even thinking and dreaming watercolour!

This week will concentrate the mind on colour, space, shape and form of everything and anything around us, all to be interpreted in pure watercolour.

Experimentation is the way ahead, taking into account our watercolour history and its fabulous legacy.

There will be no boundaries in terms of subject matter – no restraints on size or colour – just pure.

Demonstrations and mini-workshops, hands-on experimentation and discussion, with individual attention throughout - be prepared to be released!

This course aims to……..
Encourage experimentation and bring watercolour painting right up to the minute in its purest sense.

It is for……

All levels, and in particular for those wishing to push out personal boundaries beyond the norm, as well as moving forward whilst respecting well established conventional methods.

During the course…………

We shall be interpreting our surroundings and/or working from the imagination.

By the end of the course you should be able to……

• Be confident with the watercolour medium and equipment
• Be able to see more potential for painting through taking a different look at the subject
• Be open-minded with how pure watercolour can be made to work for you
• Be experimental and bold with colour and texture as well as presentation

After the course………

Continue to experiment and paint and draw regularly and look out for more courses to stretch ideas 

Further Courses at Missenden Abbey
2012/2013

12-14 October 2012

Travels with my nib – take your pen for a walk……..and sketch.
Relax and take a creative journey with a sketchbook. This course is aimed at all levels of ability, through a series of practical modules which will stimulate the creative juices into action. During a series of simple exercises aimed at sharpening up observational skills, and the practicalities of mark-making using simple tools, the aim will be to get into the habit of sketching everything in sight!

8-10 February 2013

`Putting people into a watercolour world!`
A realistic, practical approach to adding that human touch – putting people in the picture. Less is more, they say, and certainly this will be the aim – to get expression across without detail……….all welcome.

12-14 April 2013

Watercolour flower power…….!
Loose, luscious and luxurious…….for anyone at any level – if you want to get started or just break out of a mould and experiment, this could be for you. A pure watercolour course with a cutting edge.

10-12 May 2013

`Cross the line……..and sketch`
Develop the habit of sketching for pleasure with line and wash. Line drawing enhanced with watercolour in its simplest form through traditional and contemporary methods, aimed at stimulating an individual approach to mark-making.

31 May-2 June 2013

Creative Linocut Printmaking……….
From practical techniques to producing a short 2-colour edition in a weekend! If you are itching to leave technology behind, then this timeless and exciting method of reproduction will set your creative juices on the boil! It can be as simple or complex as you wish, and it is something that requires very little equipment, and no previous experience……….

ART IN ACTION
The Missenden Abbey Stand

Thursday 19 July – Sunday 22 July 2012

JACKIE DEVEREUX workshops………..

Saturday 21 July – 1.30 – 3pm

Creating contemporary still life compositions in pure transparent watercolour.

Sunday 22 July – 11am – 12.30pm
Creating contemporary floral compositions in pure transparent watercolour.

Sunday 22 July – 3.30 – 5pm
A contemporary take on landscape composition in pure transparent watercolour.

Each of these workshops will contain demonstration as well as practical hands on working in close conjunction with Jackie. Materials supplied.

Further information: www.artinaction.org.uk

Jackie is experienced in handling mixed-ability groups, with adequate time devoted to individual needs including one-to-one tuition within the group activity. Jackie`s experience spans many years working with small and large groups - she is equally at home taking beginners through the rudiments of each discipline as encouraging more experienced painters through to another level of creativity.

She will expertly guide without inflicting her own style, and at the same time will generously share her experiences as a full-time painter and qualified adult tutor.

Jackie also runs regular one and two-day workshops throughout the year and is willing to visit clubs and societies, in the UK or France, by arrangement, to run tailor-made workshops to suit the environment and number of people attending.

Jackie is also willing to give demonstrations and slide presentations on request.

Jackie Devereux is a Council Member of the 'Society of Graphic Fine Art' in London, and through her work she actively encourages people to learn to look and see as an artist, and to draw and paint imaginatively.

Feel free to contact Jackie to discuss your requirements without obligation at:

Jackie Devereux SGFA
5 rue St. Laurent,
34480 Magalas ,
France

Tel: (0033) 4 67 28 10 54
Email: jb.devereux@wanadoo.fr
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