Gain confidence with Landscapes.

Learn how to use mark-making to create texture & impressionistic landscapes.

The Landscape Course starts June 2025 and runs for 6 weeks, online & in-person.

ONLINE: Monday 02nd June - Monday 07th July, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

BRISTOL: Thursday 05th June - Thursday 10th July, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

How do you create textures within landscapes? How is it possible to capture the atmosphere of a landscape, whilst creating something contemporary and visually impactful?

On this course, we will have a deep dive into mark-making & texture using both classical & modern techniques. Over six weeks, we will look at three different ways of capturing texture using different mediums. We will be taking inspiration from textures both in everyday vistas and far off lands.

 

The Landscape Course 2025 Overview

 

6 weeks of dedicated time with a Qualified Teacher.

Delivered online or in-person. Develop over weekly live demonstrations, tasks, seminars and 1:1 feedback.

Lessons about key Landscape disciplines.

Learn how to create confident landscapes with an exploration of: composition, charcoals. pen & wash & acrylic paint.

All materials available at or below cost.

Purchase all materials as an ‘Artist Kit’ at below-retail cost delivered to your door step. All materials included in-person Bristol classes.

 

Course Dates & Prices

  • Monday 2nd June

    Monday 09th June

    Monday 16th June

    Monday 23rd June

    Monday 30th June

    Monday 7th July

  • Thursday 5th June

    Thursday 12th June

    Thursday 19th June

    Thursday 26th June

    Thursday 03rd July

    Thursday 10th July

  • Tuition Fee Only: £120

    Tuition Fee & Artist Kit: £200 (including postage & packaging).

  • Tuition Fee & Shared Materials: £180


    Tuition Fee & Takeaway Artist Kit: £260

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About Brushstrokes Courses

Brushstrokes Courses provides art instruction and courses, which build creative confidence in a variety of artistic skills, from drawing to painting.
Students are given individual support and taught best practices while remaining encouraged to explore their own artistic identity. Founded in 2020 by qualified art teacher Laura Truesdale, Brushstrokes has already helped thousands of artists learn the skills to create their masterpiece.

Why choose Brushstrokes Courses?

  • Qualified Teacher

    Learn from a Qualified Teacher - A level instruction for all skill levels.

  • Student Enjoyment

    Student Enjoyment

    Student enjoyment, encouragement, and well-being is prioritized in our courses.

  • Live In-Person & Online

    In-Person & Live Online

    Live, interactive classes for increased fun, engagement, and far better results.

  • Save money

    Save Money

    6 weeks of high quality instruction from £210 - save up to 90% on the same instruction elsewhere.

  • Materials Available

    Materials Available

    Everything you need for the course can be shipped to your door at below-cost prices.

  • Weekly Lessons & Feedback

    Weekly Lessons & Feedback

    A minimum of 2 hours of quality instruction and feedback per week across all 6 weeks.

Ready to connect with your inner artist?

 

FAQ

Course FAQ

Read through the most common asked and answered questions here. For any further questions, don’t hesitate to Get in touch.

 

Is this course suitable for beginners?

Yes, the course has been created to support beginners, or for those who haven’t picked up a paint brush since school.

This particular course offers a deep dive into building confidence with landscapes through both classical and contemporary practices.

Is this course suitable for intermediates, returners or already practicing artists?

Yes, returning or advanced students will be set intermediate or extension tasks to challenge, further expand your skillset and explore artistic identity.

Will I be able to access the course whilst juggling a busy schedule?

Yes, each task has been designed for you to complete during the class, or alternatively you can further access the week’s aims & objectives by working on your work outside of class.

What will I learn?

On this course, we will have a deep dive into how to paint a lion using classical & modern techniques. Each week we will work step-by-step through each stage together to create a finished lion painting at the end of the course.

Weekly Subject Matters Include:

1. Charcoals, Atmospheric Woodland,

2. Pen & Wash, Country Life Village,

3. Acrylic Paint, Contemporary Angkor Wat.

Where can I find out the course content?

When you enrol onto the course, you will be sent a Welcome Pack, which will contain a full breakdown of the course. It will outline what to expect each week, what the tasks will be and what materials you will require for each class.

For the course curriculum, click here:

How much is the course?

Online:
Tuition Fee ONLY: £120

Tuition Fee & Artist Kit: £200 (including postage & packaging).

In-Person:
Tuition Fee & shared materials: £180

Tuition Fee & Takeaway Artist Kit: £260 (including packaging and eco bag).

Do you have a Payment Plan?

Yes we do! We have a flexible Payment Plan that ensures art remains accessible to everyone.

All we require is a 20% Deposit as an upfront down payment which unfortunately cannot be refundable to cover costs.

Select to then pay either:

20% each week over 4 weeks,

OR

20% per month over 4 months.


Click here for more information on our Payment Plans

If neither of these work for you, then please don’t hesitate to Get In Touch to tailor a payment plan that suits your needs.

Can I purchase the materials needed?

Yes, either purchase a Takeaway Artist Kit when you register, or Click HERE for a shopping list.

Online students will be sent an in-depth shopping list with all materials for the course listed to purchase online or at your local art supplier.

In-Person students will be provided with all materials to use in class.

Can I use my own materials?

Yes, you will be emailed out a Welcome Pack with a shopping list of all materials & equipment needed throughout the course.

Are the materials included the in-person Bristol Class?

Yes! Materials are included within the course cost and shared with your classmates. If you wish to purchase your own materials CLICK HERE for a list of all materials used on the course..

What day and time is the online classes?

Online classes run on:

Monday evening, 18:30PM - 20:00PM GMT

There is also an optional Wednesday evening online Q&A Seminar to ask further questions, check in and see your classmates responses to the task.
It runs from 19:00PM - 20:00PM GMT.

The dates are:

Monday 2nd June

Monday 09th June

Monday 16th June

Monday 23rd June

Monday 30th June

Monday 7th July

When/where is the in-person Bristol Class?

The evening class is on Thursdays 18:30PM - 20:30PM.


The studio for the course is still to be confirmed, but it will be held at The Kingswood Estate. I will update you as soon as possible with the studio name and directions.

The address for the centre is:

The Westcott Studio,
The Kingswood Estate

Britannia Road

Bristol

BS15 8DB

 The Westcott Studio is the first arch to the left, after the roundabout, when looking towards The Kingswood Estate Reception.

There is free parking in front of The Kingswood Estate and has Disabled Access. Please bring your own tea or coffee in a flask.

The dates are:

Thursday 5th June

Thursday 12th June

Thursday 19th June

Thursday 26th June

Thursday 03rd July

Thursday 10th July

If I can’t attend my registered online class one week, can I switch to the in-person Bristol group?

If there is a space available, then you potentially would be able to join the in-person class.
Each new course week begins on Monday evening. If you needed to swap groups for any reason, drop us an email with the dates you wish to change groups.

If I can’t make an in-person class, can I attend the online class instead?

Yes, most definitely. Send me an email when you register with the dates you wish to attend the course online and we will get you registered to the Zoom Mailing List.

What’s your refund policy?

  • If a course is cancelled by Brushstrokes Courses due to Covid-19, or any other reason, and cannot be moved online, you will be fully reimbursed for any classes that have not been delivered.

  • If a student misses a class due to sickness, holiday, or any other reason, no refunds or discounts can unfortunately be given. Course notes and materials will be distributed for missed sessions wherever possible.

  • If you wish to drop out of a course and an artist on a Waiting List can fill your space, a refund may be possible. Due to upfront venue hire, materials costs, admin costs, lesson planning and staff costs, refunds without being able to fill your space may not be possible.

What’s your Covid-19 Policy for In-Person Classes?

For our full Covid-19 Policy, click HERE