Arts

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.

This course will help you develop further watercolour techniques interrelated with drawing skills, and in connection with inspiring examples in art history. It will help you learn classical techniques in a subtle way, by relating them to examples by various masters of drawing and watercolour and contemporary artists. If you would like to have a fresh view of watercolour painting and drawing, and learn how to achieve expressivity by carefully combining techniques such as glazing, graded wash or cross-hatching, this course will offer you an overview and will inspire personal artworks of great subtlety and sensitivity It will also encourage you to create your own original artworks based on the techniques learned and it will bring a fresh perspective on known techniques and styles, if you have already practised them in your own paintings. You will need to bring your own materials, paints and paper along for this course. The tutor will let you know what to bring

The course introduces the principles of sustainable fashion and teaches practical garment making skills.

All within a friendly and welcoming pottery studio setting. By the end of the course you should have several pottery pieces that will be yours to keep! You will be in a group with fellow potters so the course is a wonderful way to meet others, to explore your creative side and build confidence at the same time. You will be with like-minded people in a relaxed atmosphere engaging in a very enjoyable activity. This course is open to any student with pottery experience, for example you may have completed our previous ‘Introduction to Pottery’ course or you are someone who has previously completed pottery classes or worked with clay elsewhere in the past. Your work will be fired in a kiln by the tutor and it will be yours to keep. So book now to avoid disappointment.

This course introduces beginners to the art of crochet, covering essential techniques, stitches, and patterns. Learners will learn how to hold a crochet hook, understand basic stitches, and create simple projects such as scarves, coasters, or small decorative items. This is a fun and relaxing course, perfect for those who want to develop a new creative skill and aid mental health well-being in a supportive environment.

Discover the world of Watercolour painting through step by step practical projects.

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.

The course will present painting and drawing techniques in connection with art history references. Different media (such as acrylics, pastels or watercolours) will be explored in a fluid way, natural to the way an artist usually chooses to explore different subjects and themes. Ways of combining techniques through mixed-media will also be explored, and the course will emphasize the importance of choosing the right technique and materials for the desired subject and different ideas needed to be expressed. The course will present different artworks in connection with colour theory or compositional principles. A thematic discussion of artworks from art history as well as from contemporary art will help illustrate different ideas of composition or art theory. The course aims to empower students to understand the visual language of various artists and artistic movements, to understand the ideas that generated them and to help them start discovering a personal artistic style. By the end of the course students will start to create personal, original artworks and will learn to choose the medium that best suits their unique artistic expression.

Facing an empty page in your junk or art journal can be a daunting prospect, would you like to learn some creative techniques for filling those pages? Join me and together we can unlock some of the secrets of creating beautiful, thoughtful and fulfilling journal pages with creativity and meaning. This course is designed for those new to journaling, who don’t quite know where to start and more experienced enthusiasts looking to overcome ‘blank page syndrome’ and bring their journals, notebooks, altered books and memory albums to life. During the 10 weeks of this course we will explore techniques such as: • Layering and mixed media • Creating Interactive ephemera pieces • Mark making • Using stamps and stencils. Whether you want to document memories, express emotions or simply play with artistic techniques, this course will provide inspiration along with practical guidance to bring your creativity to life.

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.