Watercolour sketching: 1-day plein air workshop with Neil Pittaway: Battersea Power Station, London
At its peak, Battersea Power Station was supplying a fifth of London's electricity. After decades of sitting derelict, it is now open to the public as one of London's most exciting and innovative new destinations.
Join us for a watercolour sketching day at Battersea Power Station with NEAC artist Neil Pittaway, who will work with you to capture the essence of one of London’s most iconic landmarks.
Neil will share his unique approach to watercolour painting and drawing, teaching various skills to help you depict the atmosphere and structures of Battersea Power Station. You will learn how to observe and record different architectural perspectives, enhance your painting and drawing abilities and develop information and ideas to use in your own painting and drawing work.
ABOUT YOUR TUTOR
Neil Pittaway is a fine artist, printmaker, and educator known for his intricate detailed drawings and atmospheric paintings exploring "visual histories". He always travels with a sketchbook which he uses to record the visual world and ideas that are then often used to develop works in his studio. Born in Wakefield, Yorkshire, in 1973, Neil studied at the Royal Academy School. He is a member of the New English Art Club, the Royal Watercolour Society, and the Royal Society of Painter-Printmakers. He exhibits widely and has won many awards.
WHAT TO BRING
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Watercolour paints and watercolour brushes – various sizes
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Portable water container with fixable lid, with a bottle of extra water
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Watercolour paper / pad (if using loose sheets bring a portable lightweight board and clips/ masking tape if using loose sheets)
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Sketchbook (optional)
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Pencils, maybe pens if you like to use those
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A light sketching easel/stool would be useful although there is some limited seating at the venue
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Please dress appropriately and come prepared for any weather conditions
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Camera / smart phone camera (optional)
DATE AND TIME
Saturday 27 June 2026
10:30 – 16:30
LOCATION
Battersea Power Station, London SW11
Meeting point
Meet at 10:15 am inside the main ticket hall of Battersea Power Station underground station (on the Northern line).
Please note: a reminder email with further information is sent to attendees a couple of days before the workshop. If you have booked a place and don't see the email in your inbox please check your junk folder.
