North West Highlands Art Courses

NW Highlands Art provides the ultimate in painting courses at Brynaport. Hosted by Mark and Gillian Pattinson, you are made to feel like a welcome guest in their family home, whilst enjoying tuition from a variety of world-renowned artists. Brynaport, is situated at the southern end of the coastal road through the tiny west highland village of Achintraid. The views are staggering across Loch Kishorn to the ancient sandstone corries and hills of Applecross, which rise almost sheer to nearly 3,000ft. To the east the limestone hills rise more gently with hidden lochans and peaty burns. Turning north from Achintraid one comes to the fishing village of Shieldaig and on to the majestic Torridon Hills. The light and colours, with the history and romance of the Scottish Highlands, make a most inspirational and dynamic place to paint.

Painting Skye

The accommodation is at Brynaport and holiday cottages in Kishorn and Achintraid. Breakfast and dinner for everyone is at Brynaport.

As each workshop has a different tutor there is a wide variety of styles and themes from which to choose. The workshops cater for painters at all levels, and the numbers are restricted to maximise individual tuition.

Art materials may be purchased from the studio shop and drawing boards are provided. It is necessary to bring your own easels and stools for outside work.

Art class

The day usually starts with a talk or demonstration in the studio, followed by painting in the immediate surroundings; or a short drive to one of the many inspiring locations nearby.

Painting trips are made to Applecross over the Bealach-na-Ba (pass of the cattle), the highest, steepest road in Britain, to the attractive fishing village of Shieldaig with its beautiful Caledonian pine forested island, and Plockton, a picturesque yachting village with palm trees along the front. During the week there is often a boat trip to Kishorn Island or accessible beaches.

Non-painting partners are welcome. Loch and sea fishing may be arranged. Lochcarron boasts one of Scotland’s first 9-hole golf courses. This is a wonderful walking area. Within easy driving distance are the Torridon Hills with several Munros. For garden lovers there are gardens at Attadale House and the National Trust Gardens of Inverewe. Other places of interest are Eilean Donan Castle, the Isle of Skye, Lochcarron Weavers, local craft shops and local pubs serving seafood lunches. You are welcome to accompany the painters wherever they go to paint.

There are now a number of cheap flights to Inverness from various regional airports.

  

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