Summary

Join Keith Hornblower on this unique opportunity to paint Castles and

Canals of the Usk Valley plus landscapes of Monmouthshire and

Abergavenny.

Details

We will paint along the Brecon and Monmouth Canal at places such as

Goytre Wharf, Castles such as Caldicott and/or Raglan, bridges such as

the Monnow Bridge in Monmouth plus Welsh Heritage Sites such as

Blaenavon Ironworks with its traditional cottages and remnants of an

industrial past. The grounds around the hotel with the lake, reflections,

streams and trees with their dappled sunlight make for a great subject as

well as painting landscapes, valleys and lakes giving plenty of variety of

painting subjects.

He will begin each day with a quick demonstration, preferably on

location, to inspire and fire the imagination and will then spend his time

tutoring and encouraging you in your own work. The emphasis is on

having fun, trying new things and not being afraid to mess up! Keith

believes that we learn from our mistakes and he admits to throwing

away as many works as he keeps. Using a simple colour palette he will

show you how to use tonal values to bring your work to life.