Hazel Campbell has lived and worked in Galloway for most of her adult life, and through attendance at painting classes over a number of years she has developed her own vigorous style of painting. She has a loose, bold approach, working mainly in oil and gouache, using local Galloway countryside as a stimulus for landscape painting. Still life and flowers are also subjects, and like the landscapes, are being treated in an increasingly broad manner.

Diary

Well into autumn now and the surrounding countryside has rarely looked more beautiful. Went to the shore last week to paint and remembered everything but a stool or table to work from. Ended up painting on the ground then struggled to get back up!  Certainly encouraged me to be looser. 

My best news is I have been elected a member of RSW.  Thanks to my old teacher Archie. We go back 50 years!

I am taking a workshop day at Gracefield Arts Centre on 9th November. 10.00/4.30. Contact Gracefield at arts@dumgal.gov.uk

No classes organised for the rest of the year, but if you want to organise a group of friends/book group etc just get in touch. Good cafes and shops nearby.  Can be arranged!

Painting Classes 2024

August 2 day course: 30th & 31st. £150

Get in touch to arrange a booking – hazel@painting-for-pleasure.co.uk / 07799565058.

Hazel runs painting schools in her studio in Castle Douglas. Painting for Pleasure was established in 1998 and has gone from strength to strength with many students returning each year. Great attention is paid to your individual needs, therefore class sizes are kept to a minimum. Regardless of your level or ability, Hazel will encourage you to develop you own personal ‘style’. Or, if you prefer a little ‘space’ while painting then there are plenty of areas available to work alone. In fine weather, classes include excursions where you can draw inspiration from fine beaches and picturesque villages, all offering an endless variety of scenery.

If you would like more details, simply contact Hazel on: 07799565058 or by email hazel@painting-for-pleasure.co.uk

Gallery

Prices range from £250 – £600, unframed. If you are interested in the paintings below please contact me for more information.