After studying fine art in Belfast and Staffordshire universities, Kathy Marsh was awarded a place on a EU funded arts and language program in Florence, Italy. There she developed her art practice working alongside other artists and craftspeople.
In her career as an artist, Kathy has received many awards and recognition for her work as a teacher and collaborative artist. She set up an arts organization called Irishartnow, and through that enterprise she has established a platform for artists to share ideas and work together. She also set up a program of educational art activities for young people, called Paint box workshops.
Kathy has taught painting, drawing, photography, ceramics and crafts to adults and children in education, health and community settings. She has a wonderful approach to working with people, gently encouraging them in their ideas and innate creativity.
The location/environment, art history of the place and sights and sounds on board the vessel will inspire the art classes. Class participants will study famous artist’s work to contextualize their own projects. A wide range of materials will be made available, to experiment with techniques. Classes are taught through tutor demonstrations and one to one tuition. Free learning/ art educational print outs will be available to participants along with a power point slide show of topical art history/cruise location images to aid learning.
Kathy can offer creative art classes through two avenues- Paint Box Workshops and Craft Club. Please see class topics for further details.
Please follow this link to see Kathy's workshops that took place on the Boudicca trip to Norway and Shetlands 29th August 2014 to 6th September 2014 >>
www.irishartnow.com/recentBelow is a selection of her artwork:
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PAINT BOX WORKSHOPS - Fine art and design.
1. The colour wheel- Introduction to colour
2. Creative sketchbook and journaling- Drawing and mixed media
3. Botanical art- Drawing and Watercolour. Using watercolours and pencil, colour matching and mixing, painting techniques, glazing, perspective and composition.
4. Exploring drawing- Creative still life and holiday/travel sketching. Suitable for all levels who wish to learn and extend their knowledge of drawing techniques.
5. Watercolor in practice- develop solid watercolor skills, whilst looking at the practice and themes of contemporary and traditional artists. Referencing 2-3 artists, students will be encouraged to develop creative thinking with their own work. Learn color theory, glazing and wash methods with an element of art history. Structured for beginners, but also open to more experienced students.
6. Portrait drawing- Develop an understanding of the proportions and structure of the skull and facial features. Learn how to draw the head from different angles and how to capture likeness and character using a variety of approaches.
7. Abstract art- Macro framing. Using a cardboard frame, focus in on a subject. Create a watercolor abstract.
8. Lively skies- Painting clouds. Learn about the different cloud formations, and techniques in how to capture atmosphere in watercolor paint.
9. Pattern into Art- surface pattern. Develop a motif in pencil and paint and repeat. Refer to artists who practice fabric design/printmaking on fabric i.e.: marimekko
10. Group project- flower petal watercolors. Paint a petal and build towards a wall art installation. Write a word or message on the petal.
11. Mini art project- Postcards Home! Make a watercolour or mixed media postcard, and send it home from countries visited. Beautiful mementoes to keep.
CRAFT CLUB - Fine and applied arts and crafts for children and adults.
1. Mosaic Intro- Experiment with mosaic, creating a design on a wooden base.
2. Silk Painting- Discover the fluidity of silk painting. Make a scarf, wall hanging etc. Suitable for beginners.
3. Card Making- Make unique greeting cards and postcards, using collage, stamps and ink. A seasonal activity, perfect for Christmas
4. Paper crafts- garlands, baubles and bunting.
5. Jewelry Design- Use polymer and metal clays, plastic, wooden beads, recycled thrift shop jewelry/small items like puzzle pieces etc and quilled antique paper. Items to make- ring, charms, pendant, brooch, necklace and friendship bracelet.
6. T Shirt design- We will use collage, heat transfer printing techniques, fabric paint and markers.
7. Ceramics- Hand paint a range of ceramic objects i.e cups, money box, candle holder etc
8. Glass Art- Hand paint glassware, tea light holders and sun-catchers using traditional techniques.
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Since 2014, I have facilitated art classes on board Boudicca and Black Watch Fred Olsen ships. I offer painting and mixed media art tuition. Workshop themes link with the geography and art history of each place we visit.
The following recent Cruise History has been recorded for this candidate.