Capturing Water in Oils at Chatsworth

Join Peak District artist Sue Nichol for a unique oil painting masterclass in the beautiful Chatsworth Garden art studio.

Together with like-minded amateur artists, you will explore how to capture water in all its moods in your artwork — from dramatic storms and sunlit ripples to calm, grey days where everything feels monochrome.

The day will cover:

• How to mix colours to reflect different lighting conditions
• How to create the look and feel of wet, moving water
• How to convey the energy and motion of waves

Sue will guide you step by step through the oil painting process, from planning a strong composition to working confidently with your materials, offering personalised feedback throughout.

You’ll gain hands-on experience with oil paint as well as cold wax, painting knives, and pigment sticks—learning how to use traditional media in a fresh, expressive way. You’re welcome to experiment as much as you like.

This workshop is ideal for both complete beginners and more experienced artists looking to broaden their skills or for ways to loosen their style and experiment with compatible mediums.

For full event information, please visit the Chatsworth website here.