Inspired by direct observation of nature, you'll draw and paint views across Hampstead Heath, overlooking the City of London, from Kenwood House (NW3 7JR), a Grade 1 listed, early 17th century, Georgian Villa.

Following in the artist’s footsteps, this is your chance to draw, paint and be inspired by John Constable RA, who painted his greatest landscapes, en plein air.

Thinking about Constable’s experimental exploration and research, you develop your own thoughts, ideas and best pictorial composition, whilst drawing and painting in your own artistic style.

Depicting the feelings and enjoyment of being outside, working en plein air. Painting fleeting weather conditions, alla prima; “Skying”, light, tonal values, using white paint (“Constable’s Snow”); Small & full-sized preparatory studies, gridded-up sketches; Format - landscape or portrait; Colour palette, transparent layers of wash; Form, line, blocking-in shape; Mark-making, textures; Details from sky to pond, trees to house, buildings and figures; Edges; ‘Finish’…

This is a 2 hour event with 1:2:1 tuition from professional artist’s mentor and fine art tutor Estelle Lovatt FRSA, mentoring you, to draw and paint in your own artistic style.

Estelle brings a portfolio of Constable’s images of landscapes to show you, discuss and illustrate the artist’s drawing and painting techniques and tips, to inspire your own artistic style.

To get the most from this special experience attend a minimum of 3-4 sessions.

Document the changing seasons from Spring through Summer, Autumn and Winter. Capture the changing weather conditions; rays of sunshine, the best clouds, shadows and double rainbows.

Please book subsequent dates on ‘Paint John Constable’s Landscape, Hampstead Heath NW3, overlooking the City’. I look forward to seeing you, with your drawings and paintings, on future sessions, to continue your 1:2:1 mentoring with me.

Reviews: "I really enjoyed your fascinating insight into Constable's paintings....I learned so much and really enjoyed the experience; it's engaging, inspirational, informative & excellent fun! You are so knowledgeable and brought Constable’s artwork to life."

Estelle Lovatt FRSA, art historian & art critic, trained as a fine artist, is able to talk about the theory and practice, meaning and intention of Constable's great masterpieces, in an easy to understand manner, eloquently, to inspire your creative drawing and painting style.

Bring your art materials. Drawing or painting, whatever your preferred medium.

Time: 10am - 12 pm. Meeting 9:50am for prompt start. Rain or shine.

Location: meet in front of the main door entrance of Kenwood House (by the central portico north facade), Hampstead Lane, Hampstead, Greater London, NW3 7JR.

Why not register for ‘Walk Constable’s Hampstead’ and ‘The Sketchbook Tour’, as they provide an introduction to the artist and his artwork, adding value to your appreciation of the painter, and your own artworks you create.

Not available on this day? Book a private date. Please contact for details.

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Tickets: limited to 10 people, book early to avoid disappointment.

Refund policy: refund given up to 1 day before, minus Eventbrite non-refundable fee.