About the event

Join us for a unique Bottengoms cultural creative workshop at Abbotts Hall, a hidden gem that’s currently closed to the public. This workshop offers the rare chance to explore its inspiring landscapes and rich heritage.

Course will include:

A full day workshop with Cy focusing on the skills needed for finding inspiration in the landscape and turning that inspiration into solid plans for artwork creation. At the end of the workshop you will take away a composition and plan for at least one artwork.

The workshop will be run by award winning artist Cy Baker. He has over 30 years of experience in the art world and has won multiple awards including being the overall winner of the David Shepherd Wildlife Artist of the Year 2022. He has dedicated his artistic career to using his art to raise awareness and funds for wildlife conservation and has so far raised over £43,000 for charities such as the Wildlife Trusts, Uganda Conservation Foundation and the David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation. He worked with the wildlife trusts on a year-long project in 2024, touring 53 different reserves across all 4 home nations, which culminated in a dedicated London based art auction that raised thousands of pounds for the Wildlife Trusts.

Please bring appropriate footwear/clothing for walking, camera, sketchbook and art supplies you will need for the day. Lunch will be provided as part of the workshop.

For more information, please email Lucy Gallard.