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“Beautiful retreat. Learnt lots of new skills working alongside other artists. Beautiful location, food and experience provided by Nina. Definitely recommend. Great for the soul!”
Friday, 20th of June - Sunday, 22nd of June (10 am - 2:30 pm.)
4 hours of daily painting + 3 Lunches + Bellini to toast with
Across the three days, you will:
• Fill a sketchbook using a monochromatic palette, recording your interpretation of the view
• Experiment with brushes and mark-making to achieve a variety of effects
• Learn new techniques to enrich your painterly vocabulary
• Practise the craft of stretching your own canvas
• Develop work you may not yet have imagined possible
• Share thoughtful conversation and homemade lunches among like-minded artists
Taught by: Nina Hunter
Beginners to advanced
The gallery's chosen artists will be showcased at the Saltaire Art Gallery from the 17th of July until the 28th of September 2025 and in future exhibitions, marking the beginning of a potential long-term partnership. The deadline for submissions is on the 29th of June at 00:00
Choose from two tailored packages offering expert tuition, portfolio building, critique, professional development, and guidance on navigating galleries, websites, and social media. Whether in the studio or working independently, this six-month programme offers the structure and insight to elevate your creative journey.
Date: Thursday, 3rd of July
Time: 6 pm - 9 pm
Venue: Nina Hunter’s Riverside Garden (Saltaire)
Think Summer. Think bbq'd Polish sausages (vegans, we got you too), drinks and Creatives in a magical venue overlooking the river. What a combination!
An inspiring evening of creative community, connection, and conversation in the beautiful village of Saltaire.
£5 each to pay for all the sausages
As usual, a few "I'm broke but Brilliant" free tickets will be available