Workshop with Randall Graham     September 1st - 9th 2026

Workshop cost: $2900

Non participating spouse/partner - $800

Level of experience: The workshop is interned for all levels, although some experience is desirable if you are beginning.

A unique opportunity to work at the prestigious Ballinglen Arts Foundation. for a select group of ten artists to spend nine days in rural Ireland drawing and painting with artist Randall Graham

The workshop is interned for all levels, although if beginning, some experience is desirable.  Randall  will provide individualized instruction and criticism. Plein air excursions and varied in-side studio methods, discussions, and presentations will provide the format for an intensive, exciting learning experience. The focus is on the landscape and sea of this part of North Mayo by experiencing first-hand our reaction to the magic of the place and its rich visual and atmospheric milieu.  

Randall emphasizes the importance of composition and values.  There will be ample opportunity to discuss each other’s work and take a second in-depth look at other diverse international painters throughout history, enriching our understanding.

The class will alternate between the studio and on-location. The emphasis will be outside but weather-dependent. The course is structured with some flexibility, and presented here is the format I will follow, which has been a success for students in previous workshops. 

Additional notes:

• Start time 9:30

• Review the day.

• Lunch 12:30 (if going out, we will take food with us)

• We will have to be flexible with plans because of the weather. If dry, we will be going out. Usually back at 4 pm

• Evening meal 6 pm. At Ballinglen.

• Tea/coffee and biscuits are available all day.

• Full 24-hour access to your studios. 

• Access to the library during the day.

• Carpool to sites.

• If you are not bringing an easel, you may be able to reserve one with Una.

• A complete list of materials will be provided.

Workshops at Ballinglen

Workshops led by internationally renowned artists who are Fellows of The Ballinglen Arts Foundation.

Draw, paint, make prints or photograph in rural Ireland along the rugged landscape of North Mayo and  find new ways to explore your personal vision. Ballinglen is situated 6 kilometres from Downpatrick Head and the iconic Dún Briste sea stack and almost 8 kilometres from the remarkable neolithic site at Céide Fields which contains the oldest known stone-walled fields in the world.  All classes are led by internationally recognized Ballinglen Fellows who know the area intimately and take you to the best places to work plein air and explore the beauty of this mythical country. Return to your workspace and capture the experience on canvas or paper with guidance. We invite you to leave your everyday behind and immerse yourself in an enriching, creative experience in this beautiful place and learn a new technique to expand your practice. Our reputation is renowned as artists have been coming here for over 30 years.

Accommodations

Ballinglen reserves cottages for our workshop participants located in The Ballycastle Holiday Village. We also rent accommodation for participants' use.  All accommodation is fully equipped, and within walking distance to the foundation and workshop work spaces. Most cottages have ensuite bedrooms, including a washing machine for clothes. Bedding, linens, towels, and utensils are supplied in all cases.

INCLUDED IN WORKSHOP COST

Workshop tuition

Transportation to and from train or bus stations in Ballina

Accommodations

Meals (lunch/dinner/dessert/tea/coffee)

Paint and some other painting supplies. More detailed supply list available on request.

Full use of the BAF facilities, including the Museum during regular opening hours, and access to Ballinglen Centre and Workshop Shed, 9 am - 9 pm, seven days per week.

PAYMENT

A completed booking form, booking fee, and agreement to the cancellation and withdrawal policies are necessary to reserve space in any workshop.

A $500 booking fee applies, is non-refundable and payable via PayPal, debit, or credit card via the link on each workshop page. Final payment must be made in full at least 30 days prior to the first day of the workshop.

Payment of booking fee constitutes participants' agreement to the BAF cancellation and withdrawal policies.

Registration will go through Ballinglen Arts Foundation. Please contact Randall to request instructions for registration or any questions.

Randy@GrahamArtAndDesign.com

More info on Ballinglen Workshops accommodations, payment plan at https://www.ballinglenartsfoundation.org/workshops/