Abstraction by Design

Tutor: Penny Rowland Hill of Penygwyn Designs
Have you ever wanted to create abstract paintings like Barnstaple Blue, as dispalyed in Barnstaple Pannier market, but were unsure where to start?
In this workshop you will learn the design principles behind such paintings and use pattern-making techniques to inspire you and act as a framework  to create your own, unique abstract picture.

All equipment and materials provided.

10am-1pm.

Tea & Coffee available throughout the day for a small donation.

If a workshop you’d like to do is fully booked ring Box Office (01805 624624) to be added to the waiting list, you might be lucky! This also helps us ascertain the demand for particular workshops when programming.

PARKING

The closest long term car parks (and the cheapest) can be found at:

Fair View, Barnstaple EX31 1JR

Pilton Causeway, Barnstaple EX32 7AA

About Penny:

Artist and craftsperson Penny, has over thirty years experience as an artist/educator, and in creating artworks in a variety of media.

Penny is passionate about the arts, and in sharing that enthusiasm with others. She has worked on commission with groups of all ages and abilities, sharing skills and encouraging participation in creative activities. In her arts practice, she has a fascination with exploring the relationships between identity and the natural world, organic structures , textures and pattern.

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Date for submission of entries: 1 December 2025 - 11 April 2026
Date for submission of entries: 1 December 2025 - 11 April 2026