back room art
London
I have had an interest in Art for most of my adult life and having never studied
it at school I was nervous of taking up any classes so late in life. However, by
chance whilst trying to find local art classes I happened to stumble upon Back
Room Art and I sent an enquiring email. From the very first communication
Heather put me immediately at ease and gave me the confidence to go to my first
class. I joined a wonderful group of people. Heather works well to ensure we are
all included in the lessons, working at our own pace and with projects and
materials we feel comfortable to use. Heather’s inspiration, openness and
motivation have given me a confidence in doing something I never felt capable of
doing. Our works are encouraged and praised and Heather’s communication with
everyone is brilliant to ensure we all get something out of it. She listens
carefully to our aspirations and helps us to achieve them with advice,
suggestions and with realistic goals. The facilities we work in are relaxed,
friendly and well stocked with all the artistic materials you could wish for,
giving me a chance to use resources I would not generally have tried out at home
on my own. Coming to this class has given me so much more than just the
opportunity to create art; it has opened my eyes to art I would not normally
have looked for, expanding my horizons and opportunities. It is the one thing on
a Monday that I do look forward to." Teresa "I had no idea where to start after
enjoying Art at school but never holding a paintbrush again until I started
working with Heather. Her work is vibrant and it is clear she demonstrates her
passion for all types of art in her teaching. I didn't want to be told what to
do in an adult Art class, but I know much more about perspective and abstract
technique than I ever did." Sarah "I so look forward to my Tuesday evenings- a
time to just let go and enjoy creating - perfect to de stress amongst great
company with a lovely laid back vibe and fab cuppa tea! " Abigail "Drawing stick
people was my trademark, but drawing with Back Room Art I started to draw real
looking faces....Never thought I could do this." Sean "I liked painting the
flowers, and had a laugh at my finished piece. Heather just says have a go once
she teaches us some techniques and she says if we go wrong, it's not working,
it's artistic license. The beauty of painting is that you can always paint over
it."
