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.
Create your own wonderfully embellished tote bag in this half day beginner's punch needle embroidery class. You will use a slim needle and DK yarn to ‘punch’ stitches onto a […]
Feel a sense of personal discovery as you challenge your practise in this one-day masterclass for those with some experience of life drawing. You will explore a wide range of […]
Vic’s workshop offers an immersive introduction to deconstruction theatre, combining theory with collaborative performance-making exercises. If you are passionate about acting/performance, and would like to learn more about performance practices […]
Learn the Japanese handicraft of Kinusaiga, a form of textile art, in this new half day workshop. Kinusaiga is a form of textile art collage made by pressing fabric into […]
Explore the art of intuitive lino printing in this one-day beginner’s workshop. Using continuous line and mark-making, create a vibrant abstract print with the reduction method. This workshop is all […]
Discover the art of drypoint in this one-day hands-on workshop. Learn to create rich lines, texture, and shading on plates, experiment with mark-making, and produce your own expressive prints. Perfect […]
Explore the versatility of the humble punch needle tool to create a piece of 6” wall art full of texture and interest. This is a great opportunity to let your […]
Tap into your imagination with Apittame Arts. This is a space to experiment, share, and connect with like-minded people. Through guided prompts, discussions, and interactive exercises, you’ll gain fresh perspectives […]
A two-day introduction to the art of botanical painting at the University of Leicester’s Botanic Garden in Oadby. This course is suitable for anyone who’d like to combine their love […]
The University of Leicester’s Botanic Garden is an inspirational place. Spend three days immersed in the gardens as you experiment with different drawing, painting and mixed media approaches, leading to […]
