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.
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.