Painting & Drawing From Nature
Painting & Drawing from Nature
Available Dates
All of our craft or activity holidays run for 5-nights from Sunday to Friday and start from £985 per person.
The above is based on single occupancy. A £100 per person discount is applied for art, craft and activity guests on a shared occupancy basis.
2026
2027
TESTIMONIAL
“I needed somewhere that offered residential painting and drawing classes focused on nature near me, and Gartmore House really came through for me. ”
About The Holiday
We are more than ready to welcome you to Gartmore House for our painting & drawing from nature holiday!
Suitable for all, the focus of this course is the natural world, with ample opportunity for time spent discovering the joys of being creative outdoors in this beautiful location. For anyone who would prefer not to or is unable to work outdoors, it will be possible to bring nature inside and work in the beautiful, light-filled studios of the main house. You will develop skills in drawing and painting using different mediums, exploring materials such as charcoal, graphite,pastels and ink while developing a sketchbook. Taking account of the weather, you will be involved in short walks in the nearby countryside initially following the tracks, then venturing into the woods choosing viewpoints for composition, looking at tonal range and expressing what you find in both monochrome and colour. We will be using the general landscape, and also gathering interesting natural materials such as feathers, bark and plants, for setting up still-life indoors.
Course Inclusions And Coverage
Tuition
Booking for this course includes 4 days of specialist tuition.
Equipment
Food & Accommodation
Full board catering and 5-nights accommodation are included when you book.
Transfers
Picture Gallery
tERMS & DETAILED INFORMATION
How to book
TERMS & CONDITIONS OF BOOKING
Payment of your holiday:
If you cancel your booking:
Your Course Tutor: Catherine Sargeant
Catherine Sargeant is a visual artist and educator based in Scotland. Both her own artwork and art teaching incorporate different media including paint, inks, print and collage. With over a decade of experience teaching on art holidays she says “Teaching mixed ability groups is exciting, I strive to meet everyone at their own level, encouraging folk to explore their creativity and also to have fun..” Catherine works from her Edinburgh, Patriothall WASPS studio, initially awarded to her on Graduating from Edinburgh College of Art during its Centenary year. Catherine tutors at Leith School of Art and freelance both in Scotland and abroad.
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Your Course Tutor: Brigid Collins
Our friendly and experienced tutor Brigid Collins is passionate about the natural world and this is the focus of her work and in her teaching. Brigid understands that the benefits of working using nature as inspiration can be both life-enhancing and transformative.
Suitable for all, the focus of this course is the natural world, with time spent discovering the joys of being creative outdoors in this beautiful location. For anyone who would prefer not to or is unable to work outdoors, it will be possible to bring nature inside and work in the beautiful, light-filled studios of the main house.
You will develop skills in drawing and painting with watercolour and different mediums, use materials such as charcoal and graphite sticks, while developing a sketchbook, finding inspiration while learning to notice, exploring natural forms through line, texture and tonal range in both monochrome and colour and in a range of media. We will be using the immediate environment to be found on the doorstep of the house, in the wonderful grounds of the Gartmore estate and also gathering interesting natural materials – leaves, feathers, bark and plants etc., – bringing the outside in.
Tuition will take place in one of the bright, light-filled studios in the main house, or, if sun comes out, then students can take advantage of more than 100 acres of private land.
Faq
Where can I find out more about the course?
If you need any further information about your course that is not on our website, please get in contact with us and we can provide you with the tutor’s contact details who can assist with your query.
What do I need to bring on my art, craft and activity break?
Your required kit list for your specific break is shown on each course’s webpage. Your tutor will also be in contact with you, prior to your course to confirm kit lists and questions you have.
Should you have any queries, then please feel free to contact us.
What is the art, craft and activity holiday booking terms and conditions?
To confirm your holiday a non-refundable 25% deposit is required to secure your booking.
The balance of your payment must be received no later than 3 months (90 days) prior to the commencement of your holiday. In the case of non-payment, we reserve the right to cancel your booking and any cancellation fees will apply.
All deposits are non-refundable. Should you need to cancel your booking up to 3 months (90 days) prior to the commencement date, we will refund any monies paid, less your deposit. If you cancel less than 3 months (90 days) prior to the commencement date, no refund will be given.
Holidays are subject to availability and subject to change. There is a minimum number of guests required to run each course. If a course is cancelled due to low numbers, you may transfer any monies paid to an alternative date or a full refund will be issued. We do advise you to take out holiday insurance for this reason.
What time do your transfer services for the art, craft & activity holidays operate?
We offer a complimentary transfer services to and from Stirling train station. Collection is at 3:30pm from the station on the day of arrival, and our drop-off service departs from Gartmore House at 9:15 am on day of departure.
The closest airports to us are Glasgow and Edinburgh airports. If you require a transfer to and/or from either airport, please select this option at the time of booking. Transfers to/from Glasgow and Edinburgh airports are available at an additional cost. After booking your flights, please update your Customer Portal with the time you wish to be collected from the airport on the day of arrival and the time of collection at Gartmore House, returning to the airport, on the day of departure. Please allow 60 minutes for your transfer between Gartmore House and Glasgow Airport, or 90 minutes for your transfer between Gartmore House and Edinburgh Airport.
Can I bring a partner/friend to stay with me while I am on an art, craft or activity break?
If you’re coming on one of our art, craft or activity holidays and would like to bring a friend, partner, or member of your family, then we have you (and them!) covered. Accompanying guests will enjoy full board catering and shared accommodation with you. Please add them at the checkout stage.
