Choose from a variety of creative art courses

Explore your creativity through painting and drawing and choose from a variety of creative art classes. With a huge range of subjects to learn from, you can choose from online or in-person options.

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Our creative arts courses will get you working with pastels and pencils, exploring fine art and even get you out and about discovering new galleries in your spare time. 

Paints to pastels

Delivered by experienced art tutors, why not try getting creative with clay, or getting hands-on painting your very own masterpiece. 

If you’re interested in drawing, you won’t be disappointed either. Collage making, oil painting, pastel painting and printing are just some of the subjects that have proved popular in recent years.  

Many of our arts courses are delivered for different levels of experience too, so whether you’re a beginner or a little more advanced, you’ll be able to choose the art course that’s right for you. 

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Craft: Create a Christmas Wreath

On this course we will make a traditional Christmas Wreath: using natural materials as far as possible. You will make your wreath along with me in real time, so you can ask questions and show me your progress as we go. I will show you the basics and give suggestions for designs, but you will each make individual wreaths
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Dates:
Thu 28/11/2024 -
Thu 28/11/2024
Times:
9:30am - 11:30am
Duration:
1 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Catherine Wilcock
Course code:
Q00019844
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £7.40

Craft: Family Tree Calligraphy

In this introductory taster session, participants will learn the basics of creating a personalized family tree using calligraphy. The session features demonstrations of essential techniques, including lettering styles, layout design, and decorative flourishes. A pre-project checklist will guide students on key considerations before starting, such as selecting appropriate calligraphy tools, choosing paper types, deciding on script styles, and planning the family tree layout. Ideal for beginners or those curious about calligraphy, this hands-on session provides an inspiring glimpse into the art of calligraphy while equipping participants with the knowledge to start their own meaningful family tree project.
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Dates:
Mon 02/12/2024 -
Mon 02/12/2024
Times:
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Duration:
1 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Fiona Mitchell
Course code:
Q00019889
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £11.10

Craft: Christmas Wreaths

A wonderful workshop to show you how to successfully create a wonderful seasonal wreath.
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Dates:
Tue 03/12/2024 -
Tue 03/12/2024
Times:
10:00am - 1:00pm
Duration:
1 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Elaine Swan
Course code:
Q00019888
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £11.10

Craft: Turning your craft into an income

Unlock the potential of your creative passion in our "Turning Your Craft into an Income" course, where art meets entrepreneurship. This practical course guides you through the essential steps to transform your handmade creations into a profitable venture. Whether you’re interested in selling at markets, online, or to local shops, you’ll gain valuable insights into product development, pricing, branding, and sales strategies. Join us to learn how to share your craft with the world while building a sustainable income. This course is funded by the Education Skills and Funding Agency.
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Dates:
Tue 03/12/2024 -
Tue 17/12/2024
Times:
11:30am - 1:30pm
Duration:
3 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Rebecca Spear
Course code:
Q00019691
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
7 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £162.80

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Duration:
12 months
Fee:
£15

Craft: Turning your craft into an income

Unlock the potential of your creative passion in our "Turning Your Craft into an Income" course, where art meets entrepreneurship. This practical course guides you through the essential steps to transform your handmade creations into a profitable venture. Whether you’re interested in selling at markets, online, or to local shops, you’ll gain valuable insights into product development, pricing, branding, and sales strategies. Join us to learn how to share your craft with the world while building a sustainable income. This course is funded by the Education Skills and Funding Agency.
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Dates:
Wed 04/12/2024 -
Wed 18/12/2024
Times:
9:00am - 11:00am
Duration:
3 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Rebecca Spear
Course code:
Q00019692
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
0 places remaining
Status:
Waiting list
Fee range
Free to £11.10

Craft: Turning your craft into an income

Unlock the potential of your creative passion in our "Turning Your Craft into an Income" course, where art meets entrepreneurship. This practical course guides you through the essential steps to transform your handmade creations into a profitable venture. Whether you’re interested in selling at markets, online, or to local shops, you’ll gain valuable insights into product development, pricing, branding, and sales strategies. Join us to learn how to share your craft with the world while building a sustainable income. This course is funded by the Education Skills and Funding Agency.
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Dates:
Thu 05/12/2024 -
Wed 18/12/2024
Times:
11:30am - 1:30pm
Duration:
3 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Rebecca Spear
Course code:
Q00019690
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
1 place remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £22.20

Craft: Learn to Draw Christmas Baubles in Charcoal and White Pastel

Learning to draw is a precious skill that encourages mindfulness and creativity. A quote from the late artist Paula Rego: ‘Sketches always have more vitality than paintings because you're finding things out through doing them.’ Inspired by a range of artists, this course will build your confidence and expertise in willow charcoal and white pastel on mid toned (not white) pastel paper (could be brown parcel paper). Our topic will be still life – in this case Christmas baubles! Learning to see and analyse real objects is the best teacher for developing your own drawing style. Suitable for beginners and those wishing to develop their skills.
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Dates:
Fri 06/12/2024 -
Fri 06/12/2024
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
1 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Abi Kremer
Course code:
Q00019883
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £7.40

Craft: Watercolour Christmas Cards

On this short course we will create nature inspired Christmas cards using watercolours.
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Dates:
Mon 09/12/2024 -
Mon 16/12/2024
Times:
11:00am - 1:00pm
Duration:
2 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Deborah Crofts
Course code:
Q00019862
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £14.80

Craft: DIY Festive Wrapping Paper Designs

In this creative workshop, you will design unique, personalised wrapping paper using printmaking techniques with stencils. We’ll start by exploring festive motifs—like snowflakes, holly, ornaments, and stars—you will be guided to create repeating patterns that bring holiday cheer. Using vibrant seasonal colours such as reds, greens, golds, and silvers, you will learn to layer and arrange their chosen stencils to achieve bold, eye-catching designs. This hands-on experience not only teaches the basics of printmaking but also encourages personal expression, resulting in wrapping paper that adds a special, handmade touch to holiday gifts. Perfect for anyone looking to add festive flair to their presents!
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Dates:
Mon 09/12/2024 -
Mon 09/12/2024
Times:
4:00pm - 6:00pm
Duration:
1 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Abbie Cairns
Course code:
Q00019875
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £7.40

Craft: Plain to Fabulous Christmas Baubles

Take time out of your busy schedule and join us to stretch your imagination and transform plain Christmas bauble into fabulous designs.They will look so impressive on your Christmas tree or Christmas wreath with the added satisfaction that you made them yourself
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Dates:
Mon 09/12/2024 -
Mon 09/12/2024
Times:
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
1 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Elaine Swan
Course code:
Q00019885
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £7.40