Courses & Workshops

Learn some techniques for sculpting in clay and create a character inspired by legendary creatures, gargoyles, folk tales and your own imagination.

This workshop is designed for all skill levels to experiment with a variety of techniques to explore this fluid media. No prior experience necessary all materials provided.

Learn the basics of sculpting in clay and create a clay model of your own face in this fun workshop. 

Go on an art adventure, working together to get creative in this fun family session. Explore both outdoors and in the studio working with a range of drawing and painting materials and techniques.

Deepen your relationship with colour in this immersive, hands-on workshop led by the paint-makers and artists of Ferrous and Bone (previously Art Scribe).
Whether you’re returning to develop your practice or joining fresh with an interest in colour, this workshop shifts the focus from paint making to the art of colour creation itself.

Exeter Phoenix’s Summer Film School gives young people a chance to create an amazing short film from scratch in just 1 week!

Be inspired by the plants we come across in our everyday lives and learn how to draw them to create a personal record of your favourites.

Work from a model and explore the principles of life drawing guided by an experienced tutor. Perfect for beginners or those wishing to improve their skills. All basic materials supplied.

This workshop is a great introduction to Gelliplate printing. You will have the opportunity to try out various techniques and explore different ways of using your prints.

Come and learn the basics to make creative finger puppets with pre-loved fabric and have fun bringing your characters to life.

In this stand alone workshop you will be introduced to the work some queer Latin American and Latinx visual artists who use diverse artforms to examine themes of sexuality, gender, and cultural identity. You will be encouraged to get creative to explore how these artists challenge societal norms and celebrate diversity.

Introduction to Shakespeare has one simple aim: to help you experience Shakespeare with confidence, understanding and above all enjoyment.

Learn to create vibrant botanical illustrations using watercolour pencils, tubes, and inks. Develop skills in observation, texture, colour, and composition while exploring botanical art’s rich history. Suitable for all levels, with materials provided. Share your work and stories in a supportive, creative environment.

This six-month course has been designed to increase your writing confidence, help you find your voice, and start writing your novel.

This course is designed to build your knowledge and enjoyment of English poetry, and encourage you to find your own poetic voice.

This will be a course that covers character, dialogue, landscape and dramatic narrative. It will also involve group workshops with the writers presenting their works in progress for analysis and critique.

Discover contemporary textile art inspired by South American and European traditions. Through hands-on embroidery, aplique and soft sculpture, enhance your skills and deepen your appreciation for textiles’ cultural significance. Suitable for all levels, these workshops aim to foster creativity, community, and a deep connection to textile artforms.

This course is for those who have completed a six-month Raw Writing memoir course previously, or a comparable course.

Have you been thinking about writing your memoir for some time? Have you made a start but are now struggling to make progress? Would you like to receive warm support, guidance and inspiration so that you can make headway with your memoir? Join me on this six-month course where you’ll learn all the key components of memoir writing.

Join this fun and relaxed workshop to learn the ancient art of fermentation and learn how to preserve seasonal produce naturally, reduce food waste and create delicious ferments packed with flavour and beneficial bacteria.

Come and join this fun and relaxed workshop to learn all about the time-honoured preservation technique of fermentation. This event is an external hire.