Get together with like minded creatives and come and sketch plein air with Allie Pottinger and I in

Tegg's Nose Country Park, Buxton Old Rd, Macclesfield SK11 0AP

Bring your own materials and something to sit on

Please wear suitable clothes for the weather conditions and comfortable walking shoes as we will be outside and the ground may be uneven

Cafe in the car park for refreshments

Parking available

Join Allie Pottinger and I at Clonterbrook Studios for a two part taster day in water based media!

Participants will be split into two groups to experience a taster session in Watercolour with Allie Pottinger, botanical illustrator in watercolours, and an introduction to acrylics with me. Both sessions will last approx two hours, with a break for lunch and a debrief with a glass of bubbly at the end.

It is always a real treat to spend time at Clonterbrook and you cannot help but be inspired by the beautiful tranquil surroundings. Suitable for beginners and no experience in either media required. We hope that this will give you a taste of how to use each medium with expert guidance from Allie Pottinger, watercolour illustrator and professional acrylic landscape artist.

All materials provided but please bring a packed lunch, a sketchbook and pencil and an apron!

You will come away with a painting in each media inspired by the lovely bluebells at Clonterbrook and a wealth of knowledge

Places are limited to 6 in each workshop - if you would like to book your place please CLICK HERE.

Alison Stafford and her friend and colleague Allie Pottinger are a wonderful artistic duo, combining excellent communication skills with creative talent and teaching ability. Alison has a dynamic personality and communicates enthusiasm and helpfulness to her clients unstintingly. Both she and Allie are highly recommended.

Strictly first come first served as spaces sell out fast!

Get together with like minded creatives and come and sketch plein air with Allie Pottinger and I in

CONGLETON PARK, Park Road, Congleton
CW12 1JG

Bring your own materials and something to sit on

Please wear suitable clothes for the weather conditions and comfortable walking shoes as we will be outside and the ground may be uneven

Cafe in the park for refreshments

Parking available

Ever felt intimidated, shy or embarrassed by sketching outside or in public places? Activities that draw the attention of the public can be scary but with a group of likeminded people can be enjoyable, fun and fulfilling. That is why Allie Pottinger and I are starting Clonterbrook Sketch Club, to encourage as many people as possible to get outside and sketch from life. We are starting at our home base, Clonterbrook Studios and welcome you to join us for two hours of sketching in the grounds of Clonterbrook.

Please bring your own materials - there is a suggested list of must haves in my bio and we advise that less is more!

Please click here to secure your place - there is no charge and this event is not tutored but you will need to book your ticket to attend. We will need your name, contact number and email address in order to communicate with you about the event.

There is free parking and toilet facilties

Refreshments available at the end of the session

Any questions please ask!

Join me for an exciting four hour deep dive into experimental drawing techniques where we will look at the importance of line, negative space, contrast, tone, composition, outline and texture! This is a fun workshop where the emphasis is on exploration, experimentation and play.

Perfect for artists wanting to explore new sketching techniques using graphite powder, Lyra sticks, charcoal, pen, and anything else we can make a mark with!

You will learn how to loosen up, sketch tonally, describe texture, use compositional tools and strength of line to emphasise areas of interest and think outside the box!

This is an exciting workshop that will focus on play, experimenting and creating visual interest using basic tools. The possibilities are endless and will transform the way to approach work in your sketchbooks!

Ideal for artists wanting to hone their drawing skills and learn ways to be more expressive in their art practice.

All materials provided but you are welcome to bring your own if you have something you would like to try out.

Refreshments, Tea, Coffee, Cake available throughout the workshop.

We will finish at 2pm so please bring a packed lunch

I am excited to announce my new studio opening ‘party’ and invite you to join me for a celebratory drink and nibbles from 11-4pm Saturday February 15th at Waterside Studio, Trap Lane, Swettenham Heath (CLICK LINK FOR DIRECTIONS)

I will have original artwork, gift items and greetings cards for sale PLUS details for upcoming workshops where I will be teaching my techniques and ways to use colour, texture and composition to create mood and interest over the Spring and Summer months.

There will be 20% off for anyone booking their place on the day so I hope to see you!