Over the five weeks, we will explore various textile techniques to create decorative backgrounds that are ready for further embellishment, as well as standalone pieces. In addition, we will use stitching as a form of mark-making to enhance the work.

The course is suitable for beginners or intermediates who wish to create alongside others in a relaxed, supportive environment. If you have a sewing machine to bring with you, this is ideal, though hand sewing will also be suitable.

In this masterclass you will make 3 to 4 beautiful crepe flowers, learning step by step from our amazing tutor how to make petals, stamen, pollen and leaves.

These exquisite flowers can be placed in a vase to admire or used as embellishments for another project.
There will be a wide selection of coloured crepe paper to choose from on the day.

This 5-week course covers techniques to develop your watercolour skills and knowledge and is aimed at beginners. You will explore subjects such as stretching paper, laying different types of washes, wet-on-dry, wet-into-wet, lifting, dry brush, mixing colours, monochrome images, and hard and soft edges.

Each week, you will learn different techniques and build on previous work, discovering how to bring these skills together while working with a variety of subjects, including sky and clouds, still life, and landscapes.

All materials and equipment are provided, but feel free to bring your own brushes and mixing palette if you wish.

Make your own stunning spooky stained glass bat using smooth and textured coloured glass In this afternoon session!

In this workshop you will be taught how to cut glass safely, grind and shape the glass on a machine, copper foil and then solder to a high standard.

Janet will have the heads and ears already prepared as they can be very fiddly for beginners in a 3 hour workshop.

Join Janet Fraser in this morning session to make a beautiful stained glass pumpkin using smooth and textured coloured glass!

In this workshop you will be taught how to cut glass safely, grind and shape the glass on a machine, copper foil and then solder to a high standard.

We will have different shades of orange to choose from for the pumpkin body which you will cut and shape. A loop can be added to hang your pumpkin. The curly metal work will be prepared for you in advance as this can be fiddley for beginners.

Learn about composition, how to carve safely, how to use the different carving tools on this fun Lino Cut Workshop!

Create your own willow hare for your garden or indoor decor in this fun willow weaving workshop led by expert weaver and artist Anna Cross.

Using observational skills you will draw flowers and foliage with different media such as pencil, paint, and pen to explore, line and form, scale and abstraction in a series of sketches throughout the class. This class is suitable for all abilities from those new to painting and drawing to those who want to experiment with something new.

Qualified teacher and experienced jewellery maker Sally How will be with you every step of the way as you make your own fine silver pendant(s)! Learn how to handle, mould and texture silver clay and be taught how to dry and fire the clay safely using a small blowtorch.

Andrew will demonstrate and guide you through his approach to painting and mark making with acrylic paints to create an atmospheric land or seascape.

Learn about composition, how to carve safely, how to use the different carving tools on this fun Lino Cut Workshop!

Create your own willow basket in this fun willow weaving workshop led by expert weaver and artist Anna Cross.

Immerse yourself in a hands-on willow weaving workshop led by artist Anna Cross and create your own sitting Bee sculpture with Anna's expert guidance.

Using handpicked English willow, Immerse yourself in a full-day willow weaving workshop led by artist Anna Cross and craft your very own sitting Dragonfly sculpture under Anna's guidance.

Dive into the enchanting world of watercolour painting with our beginner's class! Join us as we explore various traditional techniques to create effects, and learn about composition and colour in a welcoming and supportive environment.

Delve into Renoir's use of bold combinations of pure complementary colors and how he creates light and shadows, setting the stage for an interactive acrylic painting session.

Andrew will demonstrate and guide you through his approach to painting and mark making with acrylic paints to create an atmospheric land or seascape.

Learn how to paint with watercolours and gold leaf from a professional artist and conservator.

Join Alex Macey, a local stone mason to unleash your artistic potential as you carve a 2D image of your own choosing into the canvas of stone.

Join Amanda to paint The Cat with Red Fish by Henri Matisse. Step by step you will build the layers to create this masterpiece.

In this workshop Lisa will guide and demostrate various excercises and techniques to you using pencil, charcoal and pastel, focusing on the body and face, culminating in a long pose with the life model in acrylic paint on an A2 canvas board.

Join artist Sarah Charneca to create a wonderfully vibrant mixed media collage.

Make your own beautiful stained glass butterfly using smooth and textured coloured glass.

Make a stained glass 5 pointed star using smooth and textured coloured glass.

Join Amanda paint one of Van Gogh’s popular sunflower paintings. Step by step you will build the layers to create this masterpiece.

Experienced jewellery maker Sally will be there every step whilst you make your own fine silver pendant(s)! This would be a wonderful handmade gift for someone special or to treat yourself.

Mixed media artist Liz Harvey will be joining us to teach you observational drawing from flowers and foliage.

Learn how to paint with watercolours and gold leaf from a professional artist and conservator.

Join Alex Macey, a local stone mason on this taster session to carve a 2d image of your own choosing.