Art Courses and Painting Holidays
Painting with Melanie Cambridge
I offer a range of options for anyone wishing to learn to paint or improve their skills. This includes short courses based in both Banstead and Guildford during spring and autumn. I also host a 5-day painting holiday at Dedham Hall in Constable Country, this year in June to catch the fabulous colours of early summer.
Demand for regular classes is high, so if there are no spaces available to book, do please email me using the appropriate link to go on my wait list. That way you will get priority should any places become available
"Winter Project" - 22nd & 29th Jan 2026
Thursday Afternoons 1.30pm till 4pm
A 2-week project, painting a snow scene in oils. Suitable for all abilities. Low odour solvent supplied to reduce any fumes as we paint. If you prefer to bring acrylics then that is fine.
£56.00 pp for 2-week courseEMAIL ME TO REGISTER YOUR INTEREST Bookings will open on 15th December 2025
6 week Spring Oil Class
starts 19th Feb 20226
Thursday Afternoon 1.30pm till 4pm
6-week oil painting course for mixed ability students. Maximum of 8 students to ensure everyone gets plenty of one to one support. Low odour solvent will be supplied to reduce fumes in the classroom.
Actual course dates: February 19th & 26th, March 5th, 12th, 19th & 26th.
£170.00pp for 6 week course
EMAIL ME TO REGISTER YOUR INTEREST Bookings will open on 1st January 2026
7 week Spring Oil Class
starts 9th Feb 2026
Monday Afternoons 2pm till 4.30pm
A 7-week oil painting course in Guildford for mixed ability students. Maximum of 6 participants. Low Odour Solvent will be supplied to reduce fumes in the classroom. Complimentary tea, coffee and biscuits.
Actual course dates: February 9th, 16th, 23rd, March 2nd (not the 9th), 16th, 23rd & 30th.
£180.00pp for 6-week course
EMAIL ME TO REGISTER YOUR INTEREST Bookings will open on 1st January 2026
5-day Painting Holiday in Constable Country
Dedham Hall, nr Colchester
A fabulous location in the heart of Constable Country, Dedham Hall has its own grounds for you to paint in and enjoy, a comfortable lounge to relax in and a fabulous 15th century barn studio.
Tuition is with oils but you are welcome to bring acrylics if you prefer. If required, I can provide oil paints to use during your stay.
Accommodation is on a half board basis. There are plenty of shops and cafe's within a 5 minute walk or less in Dedham village. We shall venture out on location with trips being arranged depending on weather and where everyone wishes to go. Flatford Mill, Willy Lots Cottage, Pin Mill (for boats and barges) are all within a short drive
BOOK DIRECT WITH DEDHAM HALLSingle Ensuite Room £885.00 pp; Double Ensuite Room £800.00 pp
Gift Vouchers
Have you considered a Gift Voucher?
Vouchers can be for any amount you choose, are valid for 12 months and redeemable against any painting, product or art course available from Melanie Cambridge Fine Art. Vouchers can be issued electronically, or if time allows, I will print out a personalised voucher and send it to you in an artist card left blank for your special message.
To request a gift voucher, simply drop me an email or call me on 07970 432348.