On-Location & Studio Weekend Retreat with Colin & Toby: Belfast

Long Description

Join artists Colin Woodward and Toby Haseler for an energetic, fast-paced two-day urban sketching workshop in the vibrant heart of Belfast. Based at the iconic MAC (Metropolitan Arts Centre), this Sold Out event takes full advantage of the city's rich architecture, historic streets, and lively atmosphere to deliver an immersive sketching experience.

What to Expect

Designed to be hands-on and immersive, the workshop blends indoor studio clinics with real-world outdoor sketching. Weather permitting, you will venture out into the hustle and bustle of Belfast to capture the energy, light, and character of the city on location, returning to the MAC for focused review and technique development.

Workshop Highlights

• Dual Tutor Instruction: Benefit from demonstrations, step-by-step techniques, and personal feedback from two experienced artists, Colin Woodward and Toby Haseler.

• Urban Landscape Focus: Learn how to break down complex architectural scenes, build strong compositions quickly, and use expressive mark-making to capture city life without getting bogged down in detail.

• Central Creative Base: Enjoy facilities at The MAC, providing a comfortable studio environment for warm-ups, group feedback, and protection from the weather if needed.

UK Event Booking Terms & Conditions

1. Booking & PaymentBookings for UK-based workshops and events are made directly with Toby Haseler trading as Sketch Loose (Sole Trader). Full payment is required at the time of booking to secure your place.

2. Cancellation & Refund Policy

• More than 6 weeks’ notice (42+ days before the event start date): You are eligible for a full refund if you cancel your booking more than 6 weeks prior to the event.
• Within 6 weeks of the event (less than 42 days): Bookings are strictly non-refundable. Because venue hire, guest limits, and preparation costs are committed in advance, we cannot offer refunds, partial refunds, or date transfers within this 6-week window regardless of the reason for cancellation (including illness, travel delays, or personal circumstances).

3. Ticket Transfers & Name ChangesIf you cannot attend and it is within the 6-week non-refundable period, you are welcome to pass your ticket on to someone else. Please inform us via email at least 48 hours prior to the event start date with the full name and contact details of the person attending in your place.

4. Event Cancellations by Sketch LooseIn the rare event that a workshop must be cancelled or rescheduled by Sketch Loose (e.g., due to tutor illness or severe venue issues), you will receive a 100% full refund of the workshop fee or the option to transfer your place to a rescheduled date. Sketch Loose cannot be held liable for any independent travel, accommodation, or incidental costs incurred.

5. Personal Belongings & InsuranceWe strongly advise all participants to take out personal insurance to cover independent travel, accommodation, or last-minute personal cancellations. Participants remain responsible for their own art supplies, personal property, and belongings throughout the duration of the event.