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: Jewellery making for all

This inclusive and community-focused course combines the art of jewellery making with the principles of social enterprise, offering learners a chance to explore their creativity while learning how handmade crafts can support personal empowerment and positive social impact. Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, this course provides hands-on jewellery-making techniques while introducing the basics of how a creative project can evolve into a small enterprise or community initiative. Ideal for learners interested in both crafting and community-building, this course promotes creativity, confidence, and the idea that handmade goods can be more than just beautiful—they can also support well-being, purpose, and social change.
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Dates:
Mon 28/04/2025 -
Mon 21/07/2025
Times:
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
11 sessions
Location:
Grange Interlink / The Learning Zone (Br
Summerville Road
Bradford
BD7 1PX
Tutor:
Bushra Siddique
Course code:
Q00022035
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £84.00

Art Practical: Art for Wellbeing

Learners will work with the tutor to improve confidence in their ability to develop their artistic skills and creativity within oil painting. You will be developing the skills to create a detailed landscape painting; challenging yourself to try new and different subjects. You will learn using a range of different teaching and learning activities, to include watching and following step by step demonstrations, with one-to-one help and guidance from a friendly and encouraging tutor. You will learn in a safe, welcoming and supportive environment, working together with your fellow learners and the tutor. This course is suitable for a complete beginner but also for those wanting to improve their existing skills in painting. No prior knowledge is needed, just a desire to learn and begin your journey to develop your artistic skills.
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Dates:
Mon 28/04/2025 -
Mon 14/07/2025
Times:
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
Riverside - Clearview Project
The Netherall Site
Wawne Road
Hull
HU7 4YG
Tutor:
Julie Smith
Course code:
Q00017868
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
6 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £84.00

Craft: Air -Dry Clay part 2

This course is for LLDD learners and not to be advertised on the website.
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Dates:
Mon 28/04/2025 -
Mon 14/07/2025
Times:
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
20 sessions
Location:
Entertaining Activities Lincs Ltd
Louth Town Hall
Eastgate
Louth
East Midlands
LN11 9NH
Tutor:
Jane Conner
Course code:
Q00021421
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
9 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £84.00

Craft: Handstiching For Beginners

Many people believe that they are no good at sewing and feel frustrated at not being able to repair or improve clothes to give them a longer life. This course will teach you a range of hand stitches which can be used to both repair and embellish clothes. You will be able to create a range of stitch samples and make a fabric book to keep them in. You will gain confidence in your sewing skills and use them to make items which can be given as presents. You will also learn how handstitching can have beneficial effects on your health and wellbeing as well as improving your confidence and creativity.
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Dates:
Tue 29/04/2025 -
Tue 15/07/2025
Times:
10:30am - 12:30pm
Duration:
12 sessions
Location:
St Ives Library (St. Ives)
Gabriel Street
St. Ives
TR26 2LX
Tutor:
Jo McIntosh
Course code:
Q00016761
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £92.40

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Duration:
12 months
Fee:
£15

Craft: Beginners' Simple Pottery

Learn the basics of pottery with our Beginners' Simple Pottery course. Explore techniques such as hand-building and wheel-throwing to create functional and decorative pottery items. Ideal for beginners looking to develop their pottery skills.
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Dates:
Tue 29/04/2025 -
Tue 08/07/2025
Times:
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Victoria Hendzel
Course code:
Q00016775
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £55.50

Up cycling - Refashion and sustainable sewing

This course Introduces the basis of refashioning and sustainable sewing, teaching how to turn old or unwanted textiles and materials in to new exiting and fashionable garments.
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Dates:
Tue 29/04/2025 -
Tue 22/07/2025
Times:
9:00am - 1:00pm
Duration:
12 sessions
Location:
The Vine Community Centre (Nottingham)
Bobbers Mill Road
Nottingham
NG7 5GZ
Tutor:
Monazza Aziz
Course code:
Q00021288
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
5 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £201.60

Crafts: Textile Crafts

This course introduces beginners to the world of textile crafts, exploring various techniques such as hand sewing, fabric painting, embroidery, and simple weaving. Learners will learn how to create unique fabric-based crafts while developing skills in working with different materials and textures. The course is perfect for those looking to express their creativity through textiles, whether for personal enjoyment or future craft projects.
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Dates:
Tue 29/04/2025 -
Tue 08/07/2025
Times:
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
Community Club
Macrae House
Sea View Walk
Murton
SR7 9NA
Tutor:
Jayne Clark
Course code:
Q00021820
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
Free

Art Practical: Seasonal Paint & Drawing for well being

Learning Arts has proven to improve mental health well-being and relax yourself. This course focuses on using art to improve mental and emotional health. Through creative activities like painting, drawing, and collage, you'll explore self-expression and relaxation techniques. Learn how art can reduce stress, boost creativity, and enhance overall wellbeing in a supportive and nurturing environment. Your tutor will teach you techniques of using Arts to improve your overall wellbeing. You will meet other students from all around the world and learn new techniques from each other.
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Dates:
Tue 29/04/2025 -
Tue 08/07/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:30pm
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
Bensham Grove (Gateshead)
Sidney Grove
Gateshead
NE8 2XD
Tutor:
Damien Wootten
Course code:
Q00022011
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
6 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £126.00

Craft: Macrame for Advanced

Macramé is a creative knotting technique that can be used to make a variety of items, plant hangers, wall hangings, friendship bracelets, belts, and bags. including jewellery and other decorative items. It’s a great way to relax and create beautiful art pieces for your home. Learning new skill is to support learners with their health and wellbeing. Learn a new skill which may be a route into employment / self-employment. During this course your tutor will give you demonstration and individual attention for your guidance. In this course you will be working with a macramé cord and each learner will be able to complete a pot hanger. It can be used by you or can be gifted to the loved ones. This is a continuation of the improvers spring course, but all levels are welcome.
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Dates:
Tue 29/04/2025 -
Tue 03/06/2025
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
5 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Kauser Nabeel
Course code:
Q00018029
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £37.00

Craft: Beginners Pottery

This hands-on course is designed for individuals with little to no experience in pottery who are eager to explore the art of working with clay. Learners will learn the fundamental techniques of hand-building, wheel-throwing, and surface decoration to create functional and decorative ceramic pieces. The course fosters creativity while providing a solid foundation in pottery skills, clay handling, and glazing methods.
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Dates:
Tue 29/04/2025 -
Tue 24/06/2025
Times:
12:30pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
8 sessions
Location:
Welford Centre
Jubilee Road
Gosforth
Newcastle Upon Tyn
Gosforth
West Midlands
NE3 3UR
Tutor:
Shaun Parkin
Course code:
Q00021339
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
5 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £84.00