Workshops & Classes

with artist Sarah Jane Brown

I teach adult painting classes here in my spacious, well equipped studio, which is located in the heart of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park.  All you need to do is turn up with a willingness to learn and have fun! 

Online demo's/classes are also now available! Read more about tuition below...

ABOUT ONLINE LEARNING

New in 2024!

A rolling program of online masterclass demonstrations. Attend Live or watch the recording. Watch and absorb, or paint along. You'll have the option to ask questions, post your work to get feedback and enjoy some gentle accountability. You can do these classes in any order.

Available Online Classes

Online Masterclass #5 - Paint A Spectacular Sunset SJB Fine Art
Online Masterclass #5 - Paint A Spectacular Sunset SJB Fine Art
Online Masterclass #5 - Paint A Spectacular Sunset
£24.99
Sarah Jane Brown painting beach reflections
Online Masterclass #4 - How To Paint Beach Reflections SJB Fine Art
Online Masterclass #4 - How To Paint Beach Reflections
£24.99
Sarah Jane Brown teaching the painting masterclass #3
Online Masterclass #3 - How To Paint A Sunlit Sandy Beach Scene SJB Fine Art
Online Masterclass #3 - How To Paint A Sunlit Sandy Beach Scene
£24.99
Online Masterclass #2 - Transform Your Skies: Mastering Realistic Fluffy Clouds SJB Fine Art
LIVE ON SUNDAY! Online Masterclass #2 - Transform Your Skies: Mastering Realistic Fluffy Clouds SJB Fine Art
Online Masterclass #2 - Transform Your Skies: Mastering Realistic Fluffy Clouds
£24.99
Coastal Painting - Online Masterclass #1 SJB Fine Art
Coastal Painting - Online Masterclass #1 SJB Fine Art
Online Masterclass #1 - Coastal Cliffs Painting
£24.99

What online students say...

That lesson was so, so useful... I look forward to the next one!! I found the planning stage extremely helpful, plus your minimal use of brushes - I now realise I use far too many!!

Helena D
UK

Thanks Sarah for a lovely online painting session. Very enjoyable, and great to be able to ask questions and learn from your vast experience.

A pleasure to watch you paint in real time and be able to join you from wherever we are in the world. And I got a lovely painting out of it, of one of my favourite spots. Thank you.

Josie d'Arby
(TV presenter) Wales

I really enjoyed the whole tutorial. Especially NOT feeling that my work would be seen or judged by anyone else (a bit of a hangup of mine)!  

The ambiance was very relaxed and easy going but at the same time there was masses of really useful technique and artistic experience being imparted.  I also liked that those taking part could put their questions to SJB.

I will definitely be signing up for another session in the near future.

Thank you Sarah 

Penny W
UK

I enjoyed Sarah’s relaxed way of teaching. She clearly explains the process of planning and executing a landscape painting. I seem to learn more by watching and listening. There's also the opportunity to ask questions. ..I'm more confident about working with Acrylics. 

I'd definitely recommend giving the classes a try.

Sue Leatherdale
UK

This was a great opportunity to watch a process live, watch again and take notes, and then watch again in short bursts to practice the techniques taught. Fabulous. x

Diana
UK

Sarah’s style is so positive and informative it’s encouraged me to believe I could actually achieve a painting I thought was beyond my capabilities.
From colour mixing to building layers, from simplified shapes progressing to more refined detail, everything is explained step by step in such a clear and friendly manner.
I’ve learned so much as there are so many helpful tips and explanations throughout the video.

Jill Trevor
UK

Sarah's online class was very enjoyable! Easy to follow, stage by stage instructions were very helpful in preparing me to have a go! It was good to see Sarah's method and helpful to see how Sarah uses the reference photo and colour swatch . Thoroughly enjoyed watching! 

Heather
UK

ABOUT IN-PERSON WORKSHOPS

Here are a few painting workshops planned this Summer. Please scroll down for all the info about in-person painting classes and workshops.

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Painting The Pembrokeshire Coast - 26th/27th-28th July 2024 2 or 3 Days SJB Fine Art
Interpreting the Landscape 2 DAY Workshop - Friday 16th and Saturday 17th June 2023 SJB Fine Art
Painting The Pembrokeshire Coast - 23rd/24th-25th August 2024 [3 or 2 Days]
from £298.00
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What past students say!

★★★★★

Sarah's workshop was outstanding from start to finish! I had a superb day and from being a complete novice to finishing a painting at the end of the day was an absolute joy! Sarah is one inspirational teacher. If you get the opportunity go!

Monica Halliday
★★★★★

Fabulous day. I learned so much - Sarah was full of brilliant tips and advice. I could not believe how much I learned in a one day. Sarah is a natural tutor, warm, engaging, immensely knowledgable and with a lovely manner that puts you at ease.

Alistair Halliday
★★★★★

Sarah is a patient and sympathetic teacher. She explains and demonstrates things fully and comprehensively.  This was such an enjoyable few days and I have left with so much knowledge and enthusiasm. Thank you.

Gill Jebson
★★★★★

Sarah is so knowledgable and this workshop gave me so much information and skill just from one day. Excellent value for money and a fun way to learn - especially if you are a fan of Sarah's work.

Francesca Grice
★★★★★

I thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience and I got so much from the workshop. The space and whole environment was awe inspiring. Sarah was such a patient and encouraging teacher; Thank you Sarah Jane.

Maddy Davy
★★★★★

My first art lesson has been very
informative yet relaxed and fun. I’ve really enjoyed mixing and playing with colours, Sarah is so talented and an excellent friendly teacher, I am looking forward to my next course with Sarah.

Jackie Jones
★★★★★

A wonderful workshop. I am a complete beginner and enjoyed every part of the day. I learnt a great deal and was really pleased with my painting at the end of the day.

Jan Croome
★★★★★

Learnt some new skills with painting as I always just sketched before - more than satisfied! Fun, relaxing and came away with different skills to try.

Selina Taylor
★★★★★

The space we worked in was open, and light, and well thought out. The pace of the instruction was well pitched, informative and informal. Really interesting to take apart how to build up layers on depth, thank you so much Sarah.

Imogen Mills

Course materials and equipment

We provide all the basic materials you are likely to need and these are included in the price of a course.

Please feel free to bring any unusual or special materials you might want to use or try out. All equipment, e.g. easels, palettes, paints, pencils, aprons, brushes and knives are provided although some people do like to bring their own brushes are they are used to working with them.

If you have your own personal sketchbook feel free to bring it to work in, otherwise clipboards and paper will be provided.

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Refreshments and lunches

Complimentary refreshments are available throughout all classes and workshops.

All course days break for lunch - usually 30 to 45mins - and we provide a light lunch of soup or sandwiches or similar, which is included in the price.

If you have special dietary requirements please let us know in advance and we’ll do our best to cater for you - or you are welcome to bring your own packed lunch into the studio if you prefer.

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Indoors and outdoors

As we are located in the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, some of our longer workshops may involve making some sketches or studies outdoors and then more time developing paintings in the studio. It depends largely on the weather, but also on the type and duration of the course.

Please bring suitable clothing for variable weather conditions and flat footwear for outdoor walking as well as for comfort when standing at the easels. It is advisable to wear several warm layers as the studio is on the cool side and doors are often left open for extra ventilation.

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GOT QUESTIONS?

Click on the image to visit the FAQ's page and get all the info on workshops and classes here in the studio ➤➤➤.

Coastal Landscapes 3 DAY Workshop - Wednesday 26th to Friday 28th July 2023 SJB Fine Art