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"I attended Cathy’s workshop earlier this year and it was absolutely inspiring, informative fun – not just fun, it was a hoot! I was with three friends, all with different experience levels – professional ceramics artist to beginner – we ALL learned SO much! Cathy is a wonderful, patient, talented teacher – I will definitely book another session – it would be an amazing gift for a party – we had one on our day, cake and all. WORTH EVERY PENNY AND MORE – INSPIRATIONAL!"
Jen Davis
Artist
How Masking can lead you to Grow Your Creativity?
Most artists are afraid of making mistakes but there is no need to be. Learn how to liberate your watercolour painting and have fun in the process.
I recently had the pleasure of participating in a team building day with Cathy Read, and it was truly an unforgettable experience. Cathy Read, is a gifted artist and an exceptional facilitator. She guided us through a series of engaging activities centered around watercolours and paint. Her passion for art was infectious, and she effortlessly created an environment that encouraged us to explore our artistic sides and embrace the joy of painting. I cannot recommend Cathy highly enough. Whether you're a corporate team looking to foster creativity and collaboration or a group of friends seeking a unique and uplifting experience, Cathy's expertise and passion for art will undoubtedly leave a lasting impact. Thank you, Cathy, for an incredible day of painting and connection!
Ajeet Kaur Sucha
Reas Group
Join artist Cathy Read in a workshop and learn how to release your creativity.
A master of masking, Award winning Artist Cathy Read creates distinctive Architectural paintings and will show how she uses masking techniques to make them. All without tearing paper! You will then get the chance to create your own masterpiece, with all the help you need.
If you want to apply paint with freedom to express yourself then masking will bring a whole new dimension to your art. The trouble with watercolour is that if you paint white over an area it will never glow as much as the paper itself. To achieve white areas you must spend time painting labouriously around each tiny part you want to stay white. But that’s tedious and can deaden your work by interrupting what should be fluid lines. Masking is the quickest way to keep an area clean and liberate your brush strokes.
Why do many artists hate masking?
Common complaints about masking fluid are “It ruins the brush”, “How can I achieve fine lines?” “It goes all gloopy on me” “I always tear the paper” “It goes all hard in the bottle before I use it.”
End result is a ruined painting and an unhappy artist. Sound familiar?
What can you do?
Good news, there are lots of tips I can show you to will help you to overcome these issues! Masking is really the only solution and I can show you how to make the experience an enjoyable one.
Exploring the Boundless World of Abstract Art with the incredible Cathy Read! ?￢ﾜﾨ
Our team had an amazing time unleashing our creativity and diving into the realm of abstract art.
The main lesson we took from Monday was to embrace the unexpected even more than we already do, whether that be through our creativity or anything that we do in life.
A truly inspiring and unforgettable Monday!
Reas Team
Reas
“Thank you, I've been stuck with a painting for ages and now I know just what I want to do!”
Mark
Workshop attendee
What it involves
Come and be inspired ...
You will receive-
- 1 hour talk and demonstration
- 1 to 1 instruction as required
- All the materials you need will be provided but please bring a drawing board so you can take your work home safely
- Copy of my ebook, based on the course and my blog posts entitled “Mask like a Master!”
Fee is for a one day, 6 hour workshop and includes tea and coffee.
Lunch is not provided but there is a pub and the Post office in the Village which have food. If you book a Thursday the Chippy van comes around about 2pm. Some people have even brought a picnic and had a party at lunchtime.
Venue
Cathy Read’s Studio, Arts Central, Buckinghamshire.
(Venue details will be sent with booking confirmation email)
If you have any questions please ring 07818240116 to chat about any of the courses.
About Cathy
Cathy Read creates vibrant Metropolitan perspectives of iconic architecture. She is a member of The Society of Women Artists and has exhibited with them and the Royal Watercolour Society in London. In 2015 she received the Barbara Tate Memorial Award at the SWA’s annual exhibition in London. She is a professional artist with a distinctive architectural style who exhibits and sells work in the UK and internationally. Cathy was a contestant in the Sky Arts Landscape Artist of the Year
Create your own Workshop
Free up your watercolour painting.
Cathy’s distinctive work makes heavy use of masking fluid. As a result of all that masking, she knows how to get the best out of this useful technique.
How it works.
You choose the time and the company. Gather a group of friends -up to six of you – my studio won’t take any more. Book a course and arrange the date by calling me on 07818240116 or emailing [email protected]
How it Works
Come on your own or with a group of up to 5 friends. Just place your order online and give me your contact number or email and we can arrange a date that suits you and your friends.
Would you like me to come to your art group?
For enquiries about booking a talk or workshop for you or a group then please contact me on 07818240116 or email [email protected]
Looking for a unique Birthday Gift?
Why not book a space for a loved one?
You can also get an Acrylic ink and masking starter kit for £40 (These will need to be ordered 2 weeks before the course starts) Please email how many are required and pay at the event.