Draw and paint bird feathers with Elaine Searle

Three bird feathers against a white background

Draw and paint bird feathers (Credit: Elaine Searle)

A bird feather, sycamore seed and other seeds against a white background

Draw and paint bird feathers 2 (Credit: Elaine Searle)

Five bird feathers against a white background

Draw and paint bird feathers 3 (Credit: Elaine Searle)

Draw and paint bird feathers with Elaine Searle

Location:
Cley Marshes visitor centre, Coast Road Cley next the Sea
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NR25 7SA
Book
Learn to paint a detailed, realistic bird feather in our watercolour workshop

Event details

Date

Time
10:30am - 3:30pm
A static map of Draw and paint bird feathers with Elaine Searle

About the event

Study the basis anatomy of a bird feather and produce a small, realistic painting in watercolour. A step-by-step process suitable for novice to intermediate level. Suitable for those who like studying/drawing careful detail and who have some experience of working in watercolour.

Specimens provided - a selection of British bird feathers

Equipment provided for use in class - a basic set of watercolour paints, paper, drawing pencils, sharpeners & erasers, brushes

Please see list of materials you will need to bring under 'what to bring'.

 

Know before you go

Dogs

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No dogs permitted

No dogs permitted on the reserve. Visitors with dogs can walk Beach Road, along the shingle bank (northern reserve boundary) and East bank.

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What to bring

Magnifying glass, rechargeable or battery operated task light, hot-pressed watercolour paper x 3 A4 sheets

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Parking information

As an event attendee, you will be eligible for free parking.
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Facilities

Toilets
Shop
Cafe/refreshments
Picnic area
Accessible toilet
Baby changing facilities
Disabled parking
Accessible trails

Additional Information

Refund Policy

Tickets are non-refundable unless the event or activity is cancelled by Norfolk Wildlife Trust. In the event that Norfolk Wildlife Trust has to cancel an event or activity due to low numbers, extreme weather conditions or other circumstances beyond our control, we will inform you at the earliest opportunity and will offer a full refund. Please check our website www.norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk for event updates.