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A Home for Creativity

The Schoolhouse for Art is renowned for providing high-quality art education in their studios in Enniskerry Village. In 2022 they opened their second studio in the beautiful columned space in the west wing courtyard at Russborough.

The studio has been customised specifically for the Schoolhouse for Art Atelier as part of their Academy of accredited courses.

This academic art training is based on 19th century French Ateliers that many of the great masters of the past 200 years were trained and where they gained their experience in the craft of drawing and painting.

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Embrace the Drawing with Lynn Kennedy

The art of drawing remains a timeless skill, allowing individuals to express their creativity and explore the depths of their imagination. This drawing workshop is designed to help you embrace the importance of drawing and enjoy the process. Through a combination of foundational techniques, practical exercises, and inspirational guidance, this course aims to empower individuals to discover the joy and fulfilment of drawing. We will cover shading techniques, creating depth, perspective, starting with simple shapes to more complex ones to build form, and discover different materials and techniques with pencil and colour.

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Demystifying Oil Painting with Ed Reynolds

Join artist Ed Reynolds for a comprehensive series of oil painting workshops set within the inspiring surroundings of Russborough House.

Designed specifically for beginners and those returning to painting, this programme gently demystifies the process of working in oils — from understanding materials and mixing colour, to mastering brushwork, composition, and layering techniques.

Through clear demonstrations and supportive individual guidance, you’ll gain the confidence to create expressive, balanced paintings while developing your own visual language.

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Plein Air at Russborough with Yanny Petters

Spend a day immersed in art and nature with likeminded creative folk in the beautiful surrounds of Russborough House. You will explore the vast grounds of Russborough House and capture aspects of it in your sketchbook under the guidance and support of botanical artist Yanny Petters. You will focus on sketching En Plein Air in watercolour and water soluble pencil.

During your time at Russborough you will also enjoy a guided tour of Russborough House, followed by lunch together in the beautiful cafe.

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Sculpting the Portrait with Alan Clarke

Over the three days participants will learn to sculpt a life size portrait from a live model. All the appropriate techniques will be discussed and demonstrated, including basic head and neck anatomy, measuring, design, materials handling, surface finishing, etc. Alan will sculpt a demonstration piece alongside the participants, and discuss his own approach and philosophy. Sculpting a portrait in clay is a very enjoyable process and this workshop is suitable for all levels, including total beginners.

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