Founded in 1994, the Sarum Studio is an independent atelier of fine art that offers full and part-time courses to suit all ages, from complete beginner to practicing professional. Study can be from a week to several weeks, or intermittently over a longer period depending on students’ objectives and circumstances.

 

The teaching ethos at the Sarum Studio is focused on the development of students’ observational skills, and to provide a thorough grounding in the established methods of oil painting. Whether studying full time, part time, or from time-to-time, students acquire visual and technical abilities through the practice of working from nature using a method called sight-size, whereby the artist stands back from the easel to compare artwork with the subject at the same scale.

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The location and welcoming atmosphere of the studio, and the peace and beauty of Salisbury Cathedral Close combine to create a uniquely inspiring environment conducive to study, and a rewarding, enjoyable experience away from everyday distractions.