Sketching in the landscape with ArtCare & artist Nick Andrew

A Well-City Salisbury creative course for wellbeing from ArtCare and artist Nick Andrew.

Each week we will be taking a gentle stroll in the local landscape and with the guidance of artist Nick Andrew we will try out different sketching techniques and materials as well as writing in our sketch books things experienced, such as wildlife, sounds, the weather and more.

Nick says about sketching in the landscape:  “I use it is a means of getting to know the world around me. A way of working out ideas, of trying things out, of playing. Over the past few years I have started to see drawing as an act which I can enjoy for its own sake.

I’ve worked on a project called SPiRE: a series of plein air drawings, looking back at Salisbury Cathedral spire from as far as possible beyond the city. So, most are about the stunning wider landscape around Salisbury through the seasons.  My current project: confluence explores the five rivers which flow into and through Salisbury (Avon, Wylye, Nadder, Bourne and Ebble).”

Location: ArtCare Culture Club at Salisbury District Hospital, the hospital gardens and grounds and nearby Lime Kiln nature reserve; also outdoor locations around Salisbury City Centre (eg. Elizabeth Gardens, Town Path, Cathedral Close)

Course Access Information: We will be working outdoors in all weathers!  There will be some walking but we will be based in areas accessible with wheelchair or mobility scooter.  One of our workshop spaces has a ramp across a stepped access and narrow door, so please do get in touch to discuss with us if you want to know more.

Session Schedule:

Welcome Session
Date: Tuesday 17 June
Time: 6:00pm – 7:00pm 
Details: Meet the team, tour the venue, enjoy a cup of tea, and connect with other participants. This is a shorter session to kick off the course.

Creative Sessions
Dates: Every Tuesday from 24 June to 12 August
Time: 6:00pm – 8:30pm
Details: 8 creative sessions in total.

Reflection and Celebration Session
Date: Tuesday 19 August
Time: 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Details: A chance to reflect on the course, celebrate achievements, and enjoy a cup of tea and a slice of cake. This is a shorter, final session.

This course is available for adults 20+.

All materials provided.