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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Care 2: Sewing for relaxation

This course is for carers, those who have cared, and the cared for. This creative craft course is ideal if you want to feel calm while developing your creativity skills. Try your hand at mindful sewing. Learn the basic skills and techniques to produce your own pieces, and explore the tools and materials needed. Take inspiration from other creators. Find ways to use art for relaxation, whether you prefer to make it or observe it.
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Dates:
Mon 12/05/2025 -
Mon 19/05/2025
Times:
10:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
2 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Rebecca Spear
Course code:
Q00021787
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
Free

Care 2: Create and Craft Simple Handmade Books

This online single session short course has been designed for carers, former carers and those who are being cared for. Take a bit of time out of your day, to learn a simple new skill in a fun and relaxed environment. The session will take you through some simple handmade book making techniques and requires minimal materials that you will mostly have to hand in a domestic environment. Learning new skills helps to boost creativity, problem solving and reduce stress levels, and one of these short courses is ideal to help increase these skills.
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Dates:
Mon 12/05/2025 -
Mon 12/05/2025
Times:
10:30am - 12:30pm
Duration:
1 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Trudi Price
Course code:
Q00021796
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
Free

Craft: Creative Paper-craft Projects

Join our experienced tutor and a group of like minded crafters as we delve into the rewarding world of all things paper craft: from books in miniature to large desktop folios, and everything in between. On this creative course our aim is to build confidence as you learn new or build on your existing skills which will enable you to realise your creative potential and use up some of your stash. Each week we will explore a new paper craft technique or project which will build your skills and enable you to create unique handcrafted pieces for yourself or as gifts. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned crafter this course offers both inspiration and hands on practise along with step by step guidance from your tutor, every step of the way. This course is aimed at those new to paper crafts as well as more experienced crafters.
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Dates:
Mon 12/05/2025 -
Mon 14/07/2025
Times:
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
9 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Tracey Broomfield
Course code:
Q00021833
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
7 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £66.60

Care2: Inspired by flowers - Draw with pencil & ink

This introductory session will enable you to observe and capture the intricate beauty of flowers using the softness and blending potential of pencils and the boldness and definition of ink. We will practice sketching different types of flowers using a variety of techniques and then experiment with different ink techniques to create texture, contrast and depth. Ultimately, we will work on a final flower illustration to put into practice what you have learned to create an elegant and expressive artwork. This course could be suitable for beginners or intermediate artists who are interested in exploring pencil and ink as a medium.
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Dates:
Mon 12/05/2025 -
Mon 12/05/2025
Location:
Online
Course code:
Q00021482
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
5 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
Free

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Duration:
12 months
Fee:
£15

Art Practical: Learn to Paint Portraits

Discover the art of portrait painting with our Art Practical: Learn to Paint Portraits course. Learn techniques for capturing likeness and expression in your paintings. Ideal for artists of all levels looking to develop their portrait painting skills.
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Dates:
Wed 14/05/2025 -
Wed 25/06/2025
Times:
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Abi Kremer
Course code:
Q00016820
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £33.30

Craft: Sewing into Business

Discover the art of precision and creativity in our Sewing for Business Course. Dive into the fundamentals of machine sewing, mastering essential techniques and garment construction. From threading the needle to embellishing, you'll gain hands-on experience and the confidence to bring your design ideas to life. In parallel, embark on a beginner business journey, learning the basics of entrepreneurship for a sewing venture. Explore market trends, pricing strategies, and customer engagement to turn your passion into a profitable enterprise. Join us for a transformative learning experience that blends craftsmanship with entrepreneurial acumen, equipping you for success in the world of sewing and business.
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Dates:
Wed 21/05/2025 -
Wed 30/07/2025
Times:
9:30am - 2:30pm
Duration:
11 sessions
Location:
St Johns Centre (Manchester)
St Johns Road
Old Trafford
Manchester
M16 7GX
Tutor:
Nasim Younis
Course code:
Q00021370
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £231.00

Art Practical: Learn to Paint Animals

Explore the art of animal painting with our Art Practical: Learn to Paint Animals course. Learn techniques for capturing the beauty and character of animals in your artwork. Ideal for artists of all levels interested in animal portraiture.
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Dates:
Mon 02/06/2025 -
Mon 07/07/2025
Times:
10:00am - 11:30am
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Abi Kremer
Course code:
Q00021357
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £33.30

Art Practical: Learn to Paint Animals

Explore the art of animal painting with our Art Practical: Learn to Paint Animals course. Learn techniques for capturing the beauty and character of animals in your artwork. Ideal for artists of all levels interested in animal portraiture.
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Dates:
Wed 04/06/2025 -
Wed 09/07/2025
Times:
9:00am - 10:30am
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Abi Kremer
Course code:
Q00017769
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £33.30

Art Practical: Introduction to Abstract Art

Unleash your creativity with our Art Practical: Introduction to Abstract Art course. Learn how to express yourself through abstract forms and explore new artistic techniques. Ideal for artists and crafters looking to experiment with abstraction.
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Dates:
Wed 04/06/2025 -
Wed 09/07/2025
Times:
11:00am - 12:30pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Abi Kremer
Course code:
Q00017770
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £33.30

Art Practical: Abstracting Summer Landscapes

Capture the essence of summer in your art with our Art Practical: Abstracting Summer Landscapes course. Learn how to use abstraction to depict the colors and energy of summer landscapes. Ideal for artists looking to explore abstract landscape painting.
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Dates:
Wed 04/06/2025 -
Wed 09/07/2025
Times:
3:00pm - 4:30pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Abi Kremer
Course code:
Q00017772
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £33.30