About
Throughout history, the ‘Tree of Life’ has been depicted in different ways across many religions and cultures. Explore the symbolism of this motif, before painting your own design. Choose to paint an image from history or your imagination.
Then consider the background of the painting – It may be set in a garden, landscape, or an individual vision. Plan the atmosphere of your painting through a series of colour harmony studies relating colour to nuance. Decide upon the palette and time of day in which the tree is situated.
In this course we will be using the medium of egg tempera, working with artists’ pigments. Students will practice different techniques including working with a larger size brush as well as smaller brushes for fine work, dry brush and glazing.
Key Information
Who is this course for?
All levels of ability and experience are welcome. You must be aged 18 or over to participate in our programmes.
What days/times do I attend?
Monday – Friday, 28 July – 1 August 2025, 10:00 – 16:30
How many students can attend?
14
Where will this course take place?
This course will take place at our studios at The King’s Foundation School of Traditional Arts, 19-22 Charlotte Road, London EC2A 3SG.
What should I bring to class?
Please bring your own brushes. You will need:
- an artist’s sketchbook/notebook for colour harmony studies and notes
- two sable or similar pointed, round watercolour brushes in sizes 2 and 3. If possible a larger brush in size 5. The tutor recommends Winsor & Newton Series 7 brushes, but bring what you have access to.
- a clean jam jar to rinse your brush in
All other materials will be provided including egg tempera pigment and medium, and a gessoed panel.
Wear comfortable clothing that you do not mind getting slightly messy. Avoid wearing baggy clothing (especially sleeves), loose jewellery, high heels or open-toed shoes.
FAQs
Do you offer concessions?
Yes, we offer concessions for full time students and Seniors/60+.
Concessions cannot be applied in retrospect. To receive a concession, please apply via our online form. We will then send you a discount code to use when booking your space.
Terms & Conditions
The School reserves the right to discontinue or suspend a Course up to fourteen (14) calendar days before the advertised start date of the Course. This course requires a minimum number of enrollments to run.
The School may take and use images of you and/or your work for course advertisement and social media purposes.
Our normal terms and conditions apply.
Tutor Biography
Lily Corbett Gale is a painter who studied drawing and painting with the visionary artist Cecil Collins from 1976 until 1989 and continues to teach his methods in life drawing. She also worked as a picture restorer and conservator for many years. She completed her MA at The King’s Foundation School of Traditional Arts in 2002.
