What’s On
Each term we offer an extensive range of creative courses and workshops led by experienced tutors, many of whom are inspiring artists and makers themselves.
A practical introduction to Islamic geometry - use a ruler, compass and watercolour to create a unique piece to take home. Learn how to draw a historical pattern from Islamic traditions. This 3-hour workshop will teach you how to design, draw and colour an 8-fold star and cross pattern found in Iran. During the session, […]
A five week overview of the huge changes - religious, political and cultural - in Europe in the 16th Century. Religion, politics and art changed greatly during this period. Art was used to convey religious messages; politicians deployed artists to support their campaigns. Some countries became Protestant, others didn’t - why? Great figures ranging from Luther […]
Join with other artists to develop your critical skills and become more confident in your ability to develop your own artistic style. These friendly, supportive classes are devoted entirely to discussion and criticism of work done at home. The six sessions are based around a focus and specific creative problems set by the tutor. You […]
Weekly pay-as-you-go Life Drawing classes with artist and expert tutor Scott Bridgwood. Ideal for complete beginners or more experienced artists seeking a flexible opportunity to do some life drawing with experienced models and a professional tutor. No need to commit to a long course, simply book the dates you can make it and pay for […]
Explore the ancient art of wax carving to design, sculpt, size and finish a bespoke silver ring. This is an introductory class, suitable for absolute beginners or anyone with some jewellery making experience but new to wax carving. You will learn to carve, sculpt and refine a wax model ready to be cast into solid silver. […]
Develop your piano-playing skills in this relaxed and informal monthly performers’ club. Join pianist Jude Richardson on Sunday afternoons and/or Thursday evenings in a casual piano group class dedicated to helping you gain confidence as a pianist and performer. You can bring finished pieces, music you've just started looking at, original compositions, or anything else […]
Adventures in Art is our weekly multi-disciplinary art workshop for adults. The sessions are usually in Studio 4 on the first floor, accessible via lift, stairs or external ramp. We have a variety of tutors who will deliver 3 or 4 weeks in a row, and then a different tutor will take over with a […]
A series of five talks with discussion time for anyone with an interest in understanding and challenging their views on art. These accessible talks with discussion time are intended for anyone interested in developing their understanding of art, whatever their existing level of knowledge. Some historical context for individual artists and schools of art will […]
A beginner-friendly introduction to the highly textured and traditional craft of latch hook. In this relaxed half-day workshop, you will create a 12cm squared sample of hooked canvas which you can take home to display as a wall hanging or place in a frame. About the tutor: Tutor Caroline will guide you through the […]
Through a whole series of drawing exercises, explore a wide variety of methods of seeing and therefore drawing the portrait from a live model. ‘Drawing is looking’, so in this one-day workshop you will explore a variety of ways of looking, covering structure, anatomy, light and shadow, the gestalt and much more, and utilise a […]
If you have an iPad and Apple Pencil and are wondering how to start your digital artistic journey, then this workshop is for you! Procreate is an app that is similar to Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator but much more user friendly and cheaper at just £10! Tutor Rosie is a self-taught artist and illustrator and since […]
A new two day workshop for artists and makers who want to gain tips and tricks to get the max from their social media. Do you want to start selling your art online? To get better at it but need to know more tricks of the trade? Why do hashtags matter? What actually is an […]
