Painting Courses in Scotland

Wonderful Location for Painting Courses in Scotland

We would like invite you to the beautiful countryside in south Lanarkshire where we welcome our guests on a watercolour painting holiday amid the rustic countryside and famed water views of the River Clyde . We can promise an exciting variety of stunning painting opportunities, excellent value and a very high quality of comfort and cuisine

Our painting holidays are in a sought after areas and therefore are well supported with a variety of activity for non-painters who are always a welcome part of our small groups.

We have a maximum occupancy of just eight on our painting holidays there are 2 twin/ and 2 double. Some of this accommodation is in private lodges

Painting Course Itinerary...

Arrival and welcome. Relax and take time to settle in. Browse through our information pack or take a leisurely stroll before joining your fellow guests for a briefing and welcome dinner.

Day 1
Drawing spots of scenic or historical interest in and around Historic New Lanark.

New Lanark was inscribed as a World Heritage Site in December 2001. It is one of only 5 in Scotland.

Sketch the tree lined river. There are three waterfalls upstream from New Lanark lying on the Clyde Walkway: Dundaff Linn (3 metres), Corra Linn (28 metres), and Bonnington Linn (11 metres). Look out too for kingfishers and otters.

Before leaving take time to visit the Visitors Centre.

Day 2

Studio

Day 3
This morning we take a short drive to nearby Corehouse against a backdrop of gentle hills. Few places offer such peace and tranquillity to paint. Enjoy a picnic on site.

Day 4

Studio

Day 5

The day to yourselves to relax and enjoy the area or travel further afield to Glasgow or Edinburgh for some shopping.

Day 6

A final day and we head further afield to Hazelbank where you can sit directly on the Clyde riverbank , spend the morning there before again moving to Braidwood where a beautiful restored tower awaits you.

The above programme is an example of what is available, however can be changed based on weather conditions and party numbers.

Plans for 2011..... work underway for new & exciting weekend breaks 'with a twist'....details coming soon.