Denise Schoenberg in her painting studio
Workshop demonstration for the flower painting workshop
Paintings for the students and beginners pack for the complete beginners workshop by Denise Schoenberg
Denise Schoenberg in her painting studio
My love of nature and watercolours inspire me to paint flowers, seascapes and old weather worn subjects. I find inspiration in the coast of East Anglia, the botanic gardens in Cambridge, and the Island of Mull. I use both pure and experimental watercolour techniques, sometimes combining watercolours with ink and mixed media. I exhibit my paintings as a member of the Society of East Anglian Watercolourists and Cambridge Open Studios.
As a well respected artist and art teacher in Cambridge I am dedicated to helping students develop their watercolour painting and creativity through thriving watercolour classes and demonstrations.
Painting Workshops
Enjoy relaxing days painting and learning new techniques. Demonstrations with individual feedback and encouragement. There are a variety of themes:
Watercolour for beginners Part 2
Painting Spring Flowers
Painting Landscapes
Painting Birds
Painting an Iris
Venue The Wilkinson Room,St John's Church, Hills Road, Cambridge, CB2 8RN.


Weekly Classes
Spring Term 2023 with weekly demonstrations and projects. We will start the Spring Term with pen, ink and watercolour followed by, a landscape and flower painting in both loose and detailed styles.
Booking is essential.
Venue: The Wilkinson Room, St John's Church, Hills Road, Cambridge, CB2 8RN
Spring Term 2023 8 weeks.
Friday mornings 10-12 and afternoons 1-3pm.
Term dates: Friday January 13th, 20th, 27th, Feb 3rd and then a two break for half term we return on 24th Feb, March 3rd, 10th and the last class of the term is March 17th.
Termly fee is £155
"Your classes have been inspirational for me and rekindled my love of watercolour, thank you."
Paintings
Originals and prints available
I am a member of the Society of East Anglian Watercolourist and a regular participant in Cambridge Open Studios.
I specialise in floral painting and coastal landscapes, often drawing inspiration from the botanic gardens in Cambridge, the Norfolk coast and the Island of Mull. I am also interested in creating texture in watercolour pen and ink.


Learn. Create. Inspire.
I believe every artist needs encouragement and support in their creative process and that is what I endeavour to provide.
"Thank you for bringing magic into my life, I so adore watercolour painting and the joy and thrill of the possibilities it creates." Sally
Testimonials
Complete Beginners Workshop January 2023. " Excellent intro to fundamental techniques in watercolour and insider tips and knowledge to apply and practice at home. This covered all the aspects I'd hoped for including materials as well. Well structured with personal attention. Thank you" Marianna
Complete Beginners Workshop January 2023."A wonderful introduction to watercolour painting! Denise explains everything and gives you confidence to paint! Many thanks" Chris
Complete Beginners Workshop January 2023." Great Course, felt I learn't a lot. Also very enjoyable." Roz
Complete Beginners Workshop October 2022. "Thank you so much Denise! It's been a brilliant learning experience. Your explanations have been crystal clear and your guidance extremely helpful and encouraging." Maggie
Complete Beginners Workshop October 2022. "Amazing course - thank you so much Denise! Perfectly paced, so patient and helpful and I learnt lots. Not so terrifying anymore!" Christina
Complete Beginners Workshop October 2022. "Wonderful class. Really enjoyed your step- by- step approach and not having too many colours to think about" Emma
Complete Beginners Workshop October 2022. "Great fun, surprised myself by what I could achieve in a few hours. Thanks!"Johnathan
Painting Flowers September 2022 " I really enjoyed the workshop. Learn't something in the first 5 minutes! Denise's very approachable, enthusiastic and very constructive about how you can continue to work on something to produce a final piece and retrieve mistakes" Gill
Complete Beginners Workshop September 2022. "A very constructive days painting in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, thoroughly recommend it" Stephen
Painting Flowers September 2022 " Thank you Denise. I felt I learnt a lot. Your instruction was easy to follow and the day had a lovely atmosphere" Judy
Painting a Rusty Car September 2022 " As always, a full day's workshop, in a safe environment, professionally delivered with excellent tuition at all levels and very well prepared. I look forward to the next one!' Cherry
Painting a Rusty Car September 2022 " A most enjoyable day with excellent teaching and demonstrations, taking a painting through by stage by stage. Many Thanks Denise" Caroline
Painting a Rusty Car September 2022 " Denise always has a wonderful workshop. I learn a lot every time!' June
Painting a Rusty Car September 2022 " Thank you Denise. I learned lots of new techniques from you as always" Joanna
Complete Beginners Workshop September 2022. "Very interesting learning all the techniques. Well presented, really enjoyed the day-thank you! Sian