Abstract Painting Day Workshop with Hamish McLain

Sat Sep 27 2025 at 10:00 am to 04:00 pm UTC+01:00

Greta Side, CA12 5LG Keswick, United Kingdom | Keswick

The Makers Mill
Publisher/HostThe Makers Mill
Abstract Painting Day Workshop with Hamish McLain
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Inspired by the textures and colours of the Cumbrian landscape, you will experiment with a range of
abstract painting and mark making techniques, culminating in the production of a final canvas painting, to take home.
With practical demonstrations and friendly advice, you will produce a variety of pieces in a fun and relaxed workshop, suitable for all. We will use acrylic paint and a range of brushes, alongside alternative mark making devices to create bold and expressive abstract paintings.
Hamish will guide you step by step in the construction of your final painting, from thumbnail sketches
through to final designs and the finished painting. Building up your painting from thin washes to thicker
impasto paint.
The workshop will include
Experimenting with a variety of mark making techniques, from brushes to more alternative
methods.
Warm up exercises to loosen you up and get familiar with the various materials and techniques.
Step by Step approach to constructing your final painting, from thumbnail sketches through to final
designs and finished painting.
Introduction to colour theory, paint mixing and studio techniques.
Practical demonstrations of all techniques.
Friendly and encouraging group discussions as we progress through the day, culminating in a short
final crit alongside our finished paintings.
Hamish is local artist and draws inspiration from his surroundings, exploring how the Cumbrian landscape
can inspire the mark making and compositions of his paintings. He gained an MA Fine Art from Chelsea
College of Art in 2013 and was nominated for artist of the year at Rheged, 2016. In November 2019 he was artist in residence at Makers Mill, Keswick.
Please note there is a material cost of £15 payable to the tutor on the day.
Included in the cost of the workshop is Lunch, tea and coffee throughout the day and afternoon cake.
Please read our Refund Policy before booking
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