Painting & Drawing

Work in pairs with a family member or friend and use fun techniques to create portraits of each other.

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.

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.

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.

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.

A workshop designed to introduce some techniques and processes to help you take your artwork in a more abstract direction.

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.

Discover the vibrant world of Gelli plate printing in our popular 5-week course, designed for beginners and enthusiasts alike.

This course guides you through the process of working from sketchbook ideas to creating a finished body of work ready for an exhibition.

Join us for a 5-week still life course inspired by a selection of artists. Develop your own style and experiment with themes, colours and techniques to produce exciting compositions.

Explore the expressive power of colour, gesture and mark making in this inspiring five-week course designed to help you paint more freely and intuitively.

A workshop that welcomes both beginners and experienced painters. Immerse yourself in the wonderful world of super intense watercolour, exploring texture and resist techniques.

Work from a live 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.

Get up close to a replica skeleton and draw the bare bones of the human body. This is a great way to develop your observational drawing skills as well as creating some frighteningly good portraits of our resident Skelly!