Two intensive days of outdoor sketching practice! Join Jenny Adam and Eleanor Doughty for a two-day sketching workshop in the 18th & 20th arrondissements of Paris. We will explore two different neighbourhoods and create mixed-media sketches on location, focusing particularly on colour..

The workshop will highlight two different approaches to using non-realistic color palettes. Techniques covered include using accent colours, split complimentary colour schemes, and textural palette building – specifically referencing the Parisian vibe and aesthetic. We'll also show students how to take advantage of the range of textures mixed media offers, loosen up their sketches, and practice for on-the-go travel sketching and using lightweight, limited materials.

There will be demonstrations and personal feedback from both teachers throughout the day.

Each day will feature a 3 hour workshop presented in the late morning. After that, there’s a lunch break, followed by a 2 hour afternoon sketching session for continuing to develop & practice what we’ve learned in the lessons. Instructors will be present for feedback.  

Each day will have one workshop leader while the other teacher will assist.

The workshop language is English.

Registration is limited to a small number of participants.

The meeting point, schedule and other information will be provided via email a few weeks before the workshop takes place. Each workshop takes place in a different area of north Paris.

The fee covers tuition only - food, materials, and travel are the responsibility of the participants.

Material list:

Bring stuff you already have! For example: don't bring an entire box of coloured pencils, just bring a few favorite shades. Here are some recommendations:

• Watercolour: watercolor set of choice - 12 colors is ideal

• Brushes: 1 medium brush - round or flat, 1 large - round or flat - 1.5 to 3 cm in diameter

• Acrylic markers: • 1-3 acrylic markers (suggested brands: Talens, Posca, Molotow)

  • 1 thin pen (tip 1.3-2.5 mm) in white (suggestion: gelly roll 10, posca/molotow fine tip markers)

  • 1-2 thicker pens (up to 15mm) in colors of your choice. Suggestion: light and neutral colours (so versatile!)

• Other Pens: around 20 art materials of your choice with a wide range of textures, value (dark to light), sizes, colors. See below for some example sets for inspiration.

• Paper & Sketchbook: • Sketchbook (f.e Stillman & Birn, Talens Art creation)

  • 2 loose mixed media or watercolour paper (at least 140 g) in A5-A4 format. E.g. Hahnemühle Bamboo, Canson PaintOn, Fabriano 1264

• Miscelleanous: • A sketchbook for notes

  • a small folding stool or camping chair

  • hat/sunscreen

  • a water container

"Colors of Paris" Sketching Workshop

Participant Agreement & Assumption of Risk

By purchasing a ticket and participating in this workshop, you agree to the following terms:

1. Workshop Description

This is a two-day outdoor sketching workshop held in Paris, France. Activities will take place in public spaces and may include walking between locations, standing for extended periods, and walking and sketching on hills, stairs, cobblestones, and uneven ground.

2. Physical Activity & Personal Responsibility

You understand that participation involves moderate physical activity, including walking and navigating uneven terrain.

3. Assumption of Risk

You acknowledge that outdoor activities involve inherent risks, including but not limited to:

• Slips, trips, or falls

• Weather-related conditions (heat, cold, rain, wind)

• Traffic or hazards associated with public urban environments

You voluntarily assume all such risks associated with participation.

4. Weather Policy

The workshop will proceed rain or shine. In cases of significant inclement weather, modifications may include:

• Adjusted meeting times

• Alternative nearby locations

• Sheltered or indoor public spaces in case of heavy rain.

No refunds will be issued due to ordinary weather conditions.

5. Public Setting

This workshop takes place in active public spaces. The organizer cannot control public behavior, noise levels, or access to specific viewpoints, but we will make a strong effort to select the most ideal setting for participants' comfort and success.

Participants are responsible for being aware of their surroundings at all times.

6. Release of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, you release and hold harmless the workshop organizer, instructors, and assistants from any claims, injuries, losses, or damages arising out of your participation, except in cases of gross negligence or willful misconduct.

Our sole liability in relation to any cancellation, postponement or change of venue shall be limited to the price paid by you for such Workshop and we shall not be liable under any circumstances for any consequential losses.

Nothing in these Terms shall limit or exclude our liability for death or personal injury caused by our negligence, any fraudulent misrepresentation or any other liability for which it is unlawful to exclude or limit liability.

7. Cancellation Policy

There may be circumstances in which we need to cancel the Workshop. In such circumstances, we will provide you with a full refund of the amount of the Registration Fee that you have paid to us and we will make very effort to provide you with such refund within 60 days of the date of cancellation.

If you need to cancel your workshop ticket: we request you notify us at least 2 weeks in advance. This allows us to offer your slot to another person on our waiting list. You can also transfer your ticket to a friend, but tell us 24 hours in advance of the change.

Cancellations made within 1 week & No-shows will be charged up to 100 % of the workshop fee. Thank you for respecting our time.

There may be circumstances in which we need to postpone the Workshop or change the venue/location. We shall advise you of this as soon as we possibly can. Postponement is defined as within 7 days of the original schedule, and change of venue would be within city limits of Paris.

8. Photography & Documentation

Photographs and video may be taken during the workshop for promotional & documentation purposes. By attending, you grant permission for your image to be used. Please notify us in writing before the workshop begins if you don't want to be in photos or videos.

9. Your Obligations

If you act in any way which in our opinion is likely to cause any harm or nuisance to any person at the Workshop, you will be required to leave the Workshop and we shall not be liable to refund your Registration Fee or any other payment.

You must keep your personal belongings with you at all times and we accept no liability for any damage to, loss of or theft of any of your belongings or other items brought to the Workshop by you.

Please make sure your insurance, especially Health insurance is up to date.

10. Agreement

By purchasing a ticket to this workshop, you confirm that:

You are physically able to participate.

You are responsible for your own health, hydration, footwear, and weather-appropriate clothing as well as your accomodation.

You will exercise reasonable care for your own safety and belongings.

If at any time you feel unable to continue, you are free to stop participating.

If you transfer your ticket to another person, you will ensure they will read and agree to these terms.

You have read, understood, and agree to these terms.