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Courses · Workshops · Events
Welcome to Neil Pittaway's Studio.
Alongside my work as a painter, draughtsman and printmaker, I teach drawing and watercolour to adults at a range of levels, from those discovering the medium for the first time to more experienced artists looking to develop their skills and individual approach.
My teaching grows directly from my own practice. Drawing from observation, sketchbooks, landscape, architecture, colour, composition and the creative possibilities of watercolour are all central to the courses I teach.
This page contains details of my current and forthcoming courses, workshops and teaching events.
YORKSHIRE → West Bretton→ YORKSHIRE
Watercolour & Drawing, West Bretton Village Hall
My Yorkshire watercolour and drawing course takes place at West Bretton Village Hall, close to the Yorkshire Sculpture Park.
The course explores a variety of subjects and approaches, including:
- Landscape
- Still life
- Portraiture
- Drawing from observation
- Watercolour techniques
- Colour and composition
- Developing confidence and an individual approach
The emphasis is on practical work, demonstration, experimentation and individual guidance in a friendly and supportive environment
AMERSHAM→ Koko's
The Art of Watercolour
Light, Colour & Creative Discovery
This is a new five-week watercolour course at Koko's, Amersham, Buckinghamshire, beginning in September 2026.
This welcoming course is designed to encourage experimentation and discovery while developing practical skills in watercolour.
We will explore how light, colour, brushwork and composition can bring a painting to life, with opportunities to work from a variety of subjects and develop your own creative approach.
The course is suitable both for people discovering watercolour for the first time and for those returning to the medium who want to develop their skills further.
Course details
Thursdays, 10am–1pm
24 September – 22 October 2026
Five weeks
Koko's
1 The Broadway, Amersham, Buckinghamshire HP7 0HL
Cost: £195
The course fee includes the use of art materials throughout the course and a complimentary hot or cold drink at each session.
Places → are limited to 10 students, so early booking is recommended to reserve a place, please contact Neil directly:
CONTACT
For questions about courses, workshops or teaching:
Neil Pittaway NEAC RWS RE
Email: njpittaway@hotmail.com
Telephone: 07507 904846
MY APPROACH TO
I believe that learning to draw and paint is not simply about learning a set of techniques.
Technical skills are important, but they should ultimately help you look more closely, experiment more freely and develop your own visual language.
My own practice moves between drawing, watercolour, painting and printmaking, and much of my work begins with direct observation and sketchbook studies.
I bring this experience into my teaching through demonstrations, practical exercises and individual guidance, encouraging students to experiment while developing a stronger understanding of:
Drawing · Observation · Colour · Light · Composition · Perspective · Mark-making · Personal expression
Whether you are beginning your journey with watercolour or looking to take your existing work further, my aim is to create a relaxed environment in which you can experiment, learn and develop your own approach.
FROM THE STUDIO
Working in the Studio https://www.newenglishartclub.co.uk/news/61-interview-with-neil-pittaway/
Sketchbooks
Travels
Painting The High Atlas Mountains, Morocco
https://www.newenglishartclub.co.uk/news/113-painting-the-mountains-of-morocco-an-article-from-marrakesh-to-the-summit-of-north-africa-s/
Nepal Adventure
Articles / Journal
50 Years in The Making - Neil Pittaway @50
https://www.newenglishartclub.co.uk/news/96-50-years-in-the-making-neil-pittaway/
140 Years of the NEAC (1886- 2026)
https://www.newenglishartclub.co.uk/news/140-140-years-of-the-neac-18862026-reflections-by-neac-archivist-neil-pittaway/
BBC Radio 4 and the Artist
https://www.bbc.co.uk/radio4/inspiration/artist_neil_pittaway.shtml