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Spring Ducks - Coloured Pencil Workshop with Rachel Grace

  • Unit 6 King Street Workshops Harrogate, England, HG3 5LE United Kingdom (map)

Join Rachel Grace at Pateley Maker’s Yard for a relaxing morning drawing some wonderful Spring ducks!

In this relaxed half-day workshop, you will be guided step by step through the process of drawing ducks using coloured pencils. We will be using a mixture of surfaces including drafting film and hot press paper.

Beginning with a short introduction and demonstration, Rachel will show you how to build up your drawing from initial sketch through to creating feather details, a vibrant beak, and cheeky eye!

You will then work at your own pace to create your own duck drawings, with plenty of individual guidance throughout. The focus is on enjoying the process as much as the finished piece — taking time to slow down, observe, and gain confidence with coloured pencils.

Throughout the workshop, Rachel will be available to offer one-to-one guidance and encouragement as you work. Each stage of the drawing process will be clearly explained and demonstrated, allowing you to build your artwork step by step at a comfortable pace. The session is designed to be welcoming and accessible, making it suitable for complete beginners as well as those with some previous drawing experience who would like to develop their coloured pencil skills.

You’ll leave the workshop with your ducks drawing, new skills, and a renewed sense of creative calm — the perfect way to spend a Friday morning!

What’s Included:

  • All reference images and materials provided

  • Ample tea, coffee and homemade cake!

  • Step-by-step guidance from experienced instructors

Cost: £45 per person

Ages: 14 and up

Duration: 3 hours

Course dates: 10th April, 9:30am - 12:30pm

Location information:

This workshop will be taking place at Number 6 Studio Gallery, our ground floor community arts centre, part of Pateley Makers Yard in Pateley Bridge.

Address: Number 6 Studio Gallery, Pateley Makers Yard, King Street Workshops, King Street, Pateley Bridge, HG3 5LE

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Ample free parking is available on site

Additional information:

Limited to 10 participants per session.

Under 16s must be supervised

Advanced booking is essential. If a class is fully booked, please email pateleymakersyard@gmail.com to join the waiting list.

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