Workshops 2026

Explore Richard Kitson’s portrait and oil painting classes in Yorkshire, including tutored and untutored workshops for beginners to advanced artists.

January
31st: Introduction to Oil Painting, Richard’s Studio, Barnsley INFO/BOOK

February
14th: Life Painting Masterclass, Leeds Drawing Club, INFO/BOOK
21st: Portrait Session (Untutored), Richard’s Studio, Barnsley INFO/BOOK
28th: Exploring Colour, Richard’s Studio, Barnsley INFO/BOOK

March
14th: Introduction to Oil Painting, Sunny Bank Mills, Leeds Details INFO/BOOK
20th: Portrait Demonstration, Dearne Arts, Wath Upon Dearne, 7pm - 9pm INFO
21st: Portrait Session (Untutored), Richard’s Studio, Barnsley INFO/BOOK
29th: Introduction to Oil Painting, ArtisOn, Masham INFO/BOOK

April
11th: Landscapes in Oils, Richard’s Studio, Barnsley INFO/BOOK
18th: Portrait Session (Untutored), Richard’s Studio, Barnsley INFO/BOOK
25th: Introduction to Oil Painting, Chatsworth House INFO/BOOK

May
2nd: Exploring Colour, Richard’s Studio, Barnsley INFO/BOOK
16th: Portraits in Oils or Acrylics for Beginners, Field Breaks Art, Chesterfield INFO/BOOK
23rd: Portrait Session (Untutored), Richard’s Studio, Barnsley INFO/BOOK
24th: Portraits in Oils for Beginners, Sunny Bank Mills, Leeds TBC
30th: Landscapes in Oils, Richard’s Studio, Barnsley INFO/BOOK

June
6th: Portrait Painting (Beginners), Richard’s Studio, Barnsley INFO/BOOK
19th: Portraits in Oils, ArtisOn, Masham INFO/BOOK

July
11th: Life Painting Masterclass, Festival of Figurative Art, Harrogate INFO/BOOK

August
13th: Portrait Demonstration, Pickering Art Club, 7pm - 9pm INFO
15th-16th: Portraiture in Oils Masterclass, Chatsworth House, INFO/BOOK
22nd: Landscapes in Oils, Sunny Bank Mills, Leeds TBC

September - TBC

October
10th: Portrait Painting Masterclass, Sunny Bank Mills, Leeds TBC
15th: Portraits in Oils, ArtisOn, Masham INFO/BOOK

November - TBC

December - TBC

Testimonials

“It really was a thoroughly great day and the perfect introduction to the mysteries of oil paint.” Vic Burton

“Not only did I learn loads but I had lots of fun as well. Richard is an amazing artist and it felt like he really wanted to help you be your best artist. I came away from the workshop with new skills, great art and a new confidence in myself.” Laura Horrocks-Barlow

“Fabulous workshop with Richard. We have come away with new techniques and some paintings we are really proud of. It’s inspired us to give it a go at home and continue the creativity. Thank you! Jen Bodenham and Missy Shutt-Vine