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Painting Workshop in Ireland :Learn Plein Air Techniques in Stunning Coastal Locations

What's Included in Your Ireland Painting Holiday

Workshop Price: $1,950 (excludes airfare and accommodation)
Hotel Price: £1,040 UK Sterling ($1,385 USD) – Exclusive discounted rate includes:

• Full Irish breakfast daily (and we mean FULL!)

• Daily ground transportation to all painting locations

• Expert tuition from internationally celebrated Irish artist Hugh O'Neill

• Live painting demonstrations and personalized instruction

• Irish music and cultural evenings with your instructor

• Free Dublin Airport pickup (return transport available through our taxi partners)

• Art materials

• "Typical Day" Visual Timeline

  • 8:00 AM - Breakfast at Avoca Hotel

  • 9:30 AM - Morning painting session at [coastal location 10 -20 min drive away] with demo

  • 12:30 PM - Lunch (photo of group dining)

  • 2:00 PM - Afternoon session exploring new techniques

  • 5:00 PM - Critique & feedback time

  • 7:00 PM - Evening free / optional group dinner

  • Evening - Irish music session at local pub if available

All Painting Mediums Welcome

Hugh O'Neill is a master of watercolor, oils, acrylics, pastels, gouache, charcoal, and graphite drawing. Bring your preferred supplies ,use ours or purchase materials locally in Newcastle.

Note: If traveling with oil paints, please check airline regulations for transporting wet canvases.

Your Week of Artistic Discovery in Coastal Ireland

Day 1: Welcome to Newcastle, County Down
Settle into your luxurious coastal hotel, meet fellow artists, and enjoy an orientation session. Evening group dinner with discussion on finding inspiration in the Irish landscape.

Day 2: Color Theory at Dundrum Castle & Village
Morning lesson on color mixing techniques specific to Ireland's unique palette. Afternoon plein air painting session capturing the medieval castle and charming village streets. Evening group critique and feedback.

Day 3: Composition & Perspective in Saint Patrick's Country
Explore Downpatrick and Strangford Village, learning the rule of thirds and creating depth in landscapes. Paint historic sites where Ireland's patron saint once walked.

Day 4: Texture & Light in the Mourne Mountains
Journey into the dramatic Mourne Mountains. Paint at Castlewellan and ancient dolmen sites, mastering techniques for water, trees, skies, and mountain textures. Guest artist talk on capturing light.

Day 5: Finding Your Style at Newcastle Harbour
Paint working fishing boats and harbor scenes while developing your personal artistic voice. Learn storytelling through landscape painting. Evening farewell exhibition of your week's work.

Day 6: Reflection & Final Masterpiece
Create a final painting incorporating your favorite techniques from the week. Closing circle to share insights and experiences. Optional evening social gathering.

Day 7: Morning Departures
Depart with new skills, lasting friendships, and a portfolio of Irish landscape paintings.

What You'll Learn from Master Artist Hugh O'Neill

✓ Plein air painting techniques for all weather conditions
✓ Color theory and mixing for Ireland's unique light
✓ Composition and perspective in landscape painting
✓ Texture techniques for water, stone, vegetation, and skies
✓ Light and shadow mastery in changing conditions
✓ Personal style development and creative expression
✓ All painting mediums – watercolor, oils, acrylics, pastels, graphite

Perfect for All Skill Levels

Whether you're a beginner painter or advanced artist, this workshop offers personalized instruction tailored to your level. Non-painting partners welcome to enjoy Ireland's culture, history, and stunning scenery.

Why Choose Ireland Art Tours?

🎨 Since 1995 – Ireland's longest-running art workshop company
🎨 Small groups – Personalized attention from your instructor
🎨 Luxury accommodation – Award-winning coastal hotel
🎨 Diverse locations – Castles, villages, mountains, harbors, ancient sites
🎨 Cultural immersion – Irish music evenings and local experiences

Book Your Ireland Painting Adventure Today
Contact: oneillarts@gmail.com | USA: 561-718-1294

July 12–19, 2026 | Art Workshop in Ireland with Hugh O’Neill

Reserve Your Spot: Ireland Painting Workshop

July 12-19, 2026 | Limited to 12 Participants

🎨 limited spots remaining | Early Bird Pricing Ends January 15, 2026

Join renowned artist Hugh O'Neill for a transformative week painting Ireland's most breathtaking landscapes. Whether you're a complete beginner or experienced artist, you'll return home with new skills, finished paintings, and memories that last a lifetime. Review below then and fill in form below and mention your choice

Section 1: Choose Your Package

○ All-Inclusive Package - $3,290 USD ⭐ MOST POPULAR
(Early Bird Price - Reg. $3,490)

✅ 7 nights luxury accommodation at the Avoca Hotel
✅ Full workshop instruction
✅ All art materials & easel provided
✅ Daily demonstrations & critiques
✅ Ground transportation to all painting locations
✅ 30 years of expertise teaching all mediums to all levels

○ Workshop Only - $1,700 USD
(Early Bird Price - Reg. $1,950) promo ends Jan 30th

✅ Full workshop instruction
✅ All art materials & easel provided
✅ Daily demonstrations & critiques
✅ Ground transportation to painting locations

✅ 30 years of insider expertise teaching all mediums to all levels

You'll arrange your own accommodation. at our selected hotel www.avocahotel.com Contact
(Contact Siobhan or Nicola) info@avocahotel.com with code "Hugh O'Neill" for special rate.