Jackson's : Two-Part Watercolour Workshop : Portraiture with Mark Entwisle : 17th & 31st October 2026

<p>Join artist Mark Entwisle for <em>Watercolour Portraiture</em>, a two-part watercolour workshop taking place on Saturday 17 and 31 October 2026, 10.30am–4.30pm at Jackson’s Art Dalston, London. This two-session programme explores observation, colour, and form, helping participants develop their approach to portraiture from drawing what they see to bringing a face to life in watercolour.</p>

<p>Mark will begin with observational drawing, focusing on proportion, verticals and horizontals, and the underlying structure of the head. You’ll then explore colour mixing, skin tones, complementary colours, light, and shade before bringing these elements together to develop your own watercolour portrait.</p>

<p><strong>Session 1 – Observation, Structure & Colour</strong></p>

<p>Saturday 17 October 2026, 10.30am–4.30pm. Practise drawing what you actually see rather than what you think you know. Explore proportion, alignment, and the underlying structure of the skull before introducing colour mixing, skin tones, and complementary colours.</p>

<p><strong>Session 2 – Form & Portrait Painting in Watercolour</strong></p>

<p>Saturday 31 October 2026, 10.30am–4.30pm. Explore how tone, light, and shade describe form, then bring together your observational drawing and understanding of colour to develop your own watercolour portrait.</p>

<p>Both sessions are booked together as one programme, with the second building on the first. The price includes both sessions and places are limited. All materials and refreshments are provided for both sessions.</p>

<p><strong>About Mark Entwisle</strong></p>

<p>Mark Entwisle is a professional artist, member of the Royal Watercolour Society, and winner of the Sunday Times Watercolour Competition 2020. He studied illustration at Brighton and worked with major publishers before establishing his career as a portrait painter.</p>

<p>His work has been selected for the BP Portrait Award at the National Portrait Gallery, receiving a commendation in 2002. Drawing and sketchbook practice remain central to his approach.</p>

<p><a href="https://markentwisle.co.uk/" target="_blank">Explore Mark’s website</a></p>

<p>Jackson’s Art Workshops in Dalston are a space to make, experiment, and connect. Relaxed, hands-on sessions bring artists, makers and curious creatives together to discover new skills, explore different processes, and share ideas. From painting and printmaking to a wider mix of creative practices, come to try something new, develop a project or simply enjoy making alongside others. Stay for a chat, meet people, and be part of a growing creative community.</p>

<p>Please see our <a href="https://www.jacksonsart.com/terms-and-conditions" target="_blank">Terms & Conditions</a> for further information.</p>

<p><strong>Location</strong></p>

<p><strong>Jackson’s Art Dalston</strong><br> 1 Farleigh Pl<br> London N16 7SX</p>

<p><strong>Getting There</strong></p> <p>Rectory Road is the nearest Overground station. Dalston Kingsland and Dalston Junction are also within walking distance, with local bus routes including 67, 76, 149 and 243.</p>