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.
Attenborough Arts Centre opens its doors after dark for a night of art, performance, workshops — and pizza. Explore the galleries, get creative in hands-on sessions, experience live performances throughout the building, and soak up the buzz of a building that doesn’t sleep early. Whether you're a regular or a first-time visitor, this is your […]
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 a classic 6-fold historical pattern from Islamic traditions. The workshop on 24 September […]
Make beautiful mosaic birds to keep or gift in this relaxed beginner’s mosaic workshop. Tutor Nikki will guide you through step-by-step how to design and create stunning mosaic birds using mosaic tiles, glass cabochons and crockery. You will be able to build up your design, and learn how to use tile adhesive to attach the […]
Are you experienced writer who feels as though you’re not reaching your potential? Do you have lots of first drafts but don’t know how to really make them work? Are you interested in ways to take your work to a wider audience? This one-day workshop will focus on critical appraisal of our own work, the […]
It’s Strictly season so we are giving you the chance to learn the basics of some of your favourite Strictly dances in this fun-filled class for all levels of experience! Charleston, Cha Cha Cha, American Smooth, the sizzling Salsa and the sassy Samba – learn basic routines, adapted for solo dancing so no partner required! […]
Learning as you sew in this relaxed but comprehensive one-day beginners sewing workshop. Do you have an unloved sewing machine at home and want to put it to use? Have you been inspired by the Great British Sewing Bee? Would love to try making your own clothes? Then this is the workshop for you! We'll […]
Create your own punch needle mug rug in this fun beginner's punch needle class. Not only will you learn a new skill or further develop your experience of punch needle, you’ll also enjoy the wellbeing elements of this incredibly therapeutic and rhythmic craft. No experience is necessary as tutor Caroline will take you through each […]
Use foliage, paint, gel printing plates and botanical stamps to create a set of beautiful hanging decorations. Explore the world of simple nature-based printing in this hands-on half day workshop. Let the plant’s shapes, textures and your preferred colours inspire your creativity. Absolutely no experience necessary – just an interest in printmaking and an apron! You […]
Get ready for Christmas and create a beautiful fabric advent calendar in this fun, hands-on half-day workshop! Designed for confident beginners, this session is perfect if you’ve used a sewing machine before and are ready to try a guided project. During the workshop, you’ll cut out your printed panel using scissors, press and pin your […]
