Join us for fun Plein Air painting workshops in 2026 at Tegg's Nose Country Park. In each workshop, experienced professional painters, Christopher Clements and Kieran Ingram, will help you capture a different aspect of landscape painting.

The sky is key to landscape painting, it provides a dramatic backdrop and a colour field for the whole picture. In May's Workshop we'll be looking at how to paint the sky and clouds as well as how they effect the far distance in your painting.

We'll cover:

• types and behaviour of clouds
• aerial perspective and atmosphere
• temperature and mood of the light

You'll look at types of clouds and their structure, what they're doing and how atmospheric perspective affects how they recede into the distance. Combine this with the colour field that the day's light creates and you'll create great atmosphere and depth in your work.

All the Plein Air workshops we're running this summer are based on the Tonalist approach which focuses on interpretation of the light & dark tones of the landscape, while simplifying the colours. The approach will help you to make sense of what you see. You'll be able to organise it into a well-structured painting, evoking the simple beauty of your environment.

Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned painter, these workshops are perfect for anyone looking to improve their Plein Air painting skills. It's a fantastic opportunity to get out of the studio and unleash your creativity in the great outdoors.

You can book for one or all of the workshops, to fit your schedule.

Booking and payment in advance essential. Workshop Price £85, reserve your place with a £20 deposit on Eventbrite, the remainder will be invoiced before the course.

Time: 10am to 3.30pm

Meeting point: Tegg's Nose Country Park, Buxton Old Road, Macclesfield, SK11 0AP

Leaders: Artists Chris Clements and Kieran Ingram from Northern Realist

Information: Email Northern Realist or visit the Northern Realist website

(Bring a packed lunch / Car parking charge / Easy walking grade / Partnership event / Places limited - please book in advance / Please leave your dog at home / Please wear suitable boots and clothing / Refreshment stop, opportunity for refreshments / There is a charge for this event)