Location
White Willow Studio
Baltimore, West Cork
Parking available at the studio.
Structure of the Day
Morning
Participants arrive for tea, coffee and a relaxed introduction in the studio.
The morning session begins with grounding through sketching and observation. Weather permitting, we will spend some time outdoors gathering inspiration from the landscape through quick sketches and journaling.
Back in the studio, Monica will introduce materials, intuitive mark-making and expressive techniques through short demonstrations and playful exercises.
We will explore colour, mood and atmosphere by creating a personal sketchbook mood board using swatches, collage and collected inspiration.
Lunch Break
A relaxed light lunch and informal discussion.
Afternoon
The afternoon session introduces simple approaches to landscape composition and building atmosphere within a painting.
Using sketchbooks and gathered inspiration as a starting point, participants will develop an expressive landscape on canvas through layering, colour and intuitive mark-making.
Individual guidance and support will be provided throughout the day.
Materials
The workshop will primarily use water-based materials and mixed media techniques in a relaxed and exploratory way.
For those with previous experience using oils, oil paints and related materials will also be available.
All materials are included in the workshop fee.
Workshop Fee
Standard Fee: €165
Early Bird Offer
Early bird pricing will be available from Tuesday May 19th until Friday May 29th 2026, or until allocated spaces are filled.
Deposit
- A €60 deposit secures your place
- Remaining balance is due two weeks before the workshop date
Booking Policy
- Deposits are non-refundable
- Full balance is non-refundable within two weeks of the workshop date
- If you cannot attend and your place can be filled, a transfer may be offered at Monica’s discretion
Included
- All painting materials
- Tea, coffee and refreshments
- Light lunch
- One sketchbook and canvas to take home
- Demonstrations and individual guidance
Suitable For
- Complete beginners welcome
- Suitable for improvers and experienced artists
- Small group setting with individual support
What Participants Need to Bring
- Comfortable clothing
- Outdoor jacket/shoes for sketch walk (weather permitting)
Group Size
Places are limited to 7 participants to ensure individual attention and support.
Why These Workshops?
At White Willow Studio, the focus is not simply on copying a landscape, but on discovering atmosphere, mood and personal response through paint.
The workshops encourage observation, experimentation and intuitive mark-making within a supportive and welcoming environment.
