Improve your arts & craft skills, or learn some new ones

We’ve got the best modern arts and crafts classes that you can do online or in person at one of our learning venues across England and Scotland. It's never been easier to try your hand at something a little different and discover a new talent.

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Our arts and crafts workshops are perfect if you’re looking to get creative and hands on.

Show your creativity

Take centre stage with one of our performing arts courses, or indulge your photography passion and strike a pose with tips and techniques on how to capture that perfect shot.  

Develop the skills and get crafty with some jewellery making, with no previous experience required. With courses in textiles and sewing, as well as the arts, we really do have something for everyone, and everyone is welcome too.  

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The combination of small class sizes and guidance from expert tutors means that taking part in one of our arts and crafts courses is the perfect place for you to develop your talent, learn a new skill, or start that hobby you’ve always wanted to try.

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This course is available for WEA members only until 10 am on Wednesday 3rd July.

Textiles and Fashion: Sewing for Beginners

Do you have an interest in sewing, fashion or dressmaking and want to get started? This course is for you if you are new to sewing and using a sewing machine On this course, you will learn the basicsewing techniques needed to use a machine. With the support of your tutor, you will learn how to use pattern to make samples and a simple garment.
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Course Information

Dates:
Tue 17/09/2024 -
Tue 17/12/2024
Times:
9:00am - 11:45am
Duration:
14 sessions
Location:
Gayton House (London)
Chiltern Road
London
E3 4BX
Tutor:
Mona Nashed
Course code:
Q00010947
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £151.20

This course is available for WEA members only until 10 am on Wednesday 3rd July.

Textiles and Fashion: Intermediate Soft Furnishing

Build on your knowledge of soft furnishings and take your skills to the next level. Join this small and friendly class, to make everyday furnishings to decorate your home. On this course, you will learn the skills needed to make and finish cushions, curtains, duvet covers or other soft furnishing projects. Improve your knowledge of fabrics and how to use them.
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Dates:
Tue 17/09/2024 -
Tue 17/12/2024
Times:
12:15pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
14 sessions
Location:
Gayton House (London)
Chiltern Road
London
E3 4BX
Tutor:
Mona Nashed
Course code:
Q00010949
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £151.20

This course is available for WEA members only until 10 am on Wednesday 3rd July.

Art Practical: Drawing from Scratch

Learn to develop drawing skills of line, tone and form and create art inspired by objects around you. Using a variety of equipment including pencils, charcoal,pen and ink, you will create some unique and inspiring creations to take home or gift to family and friends. This course is a great way to gain confidence in your art and develop your skills. Anybody can join whether you have a wealth of experience or none at all. Art is whatever you want it to be.
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Course Information

Dates:
Wed 18/09/2024 -
Wed 23/10/2024
Times:
9:00am - 10:30am
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Abi Kremer
Course code:
Q00010172
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £33.30

This course is available for WEA members only until 10 am on Wednesday 3rd July.

Art Practical: Introduction to Abstract Art

Learn painting techniques inspired by historical and contemporary abstract artists.
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Course Information

Dates:
Wed 18/09/2024 -
Wed 23/10/2024
Times:
11:00am - 12:30pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Abi Kremer
Course code:
Q00010181
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £33.30

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Duration:
12 months
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This course is available for WEA members only until 10 am on Wednesday 3rd July.

Art Practical: Abstracting Landscapes

Learn to develop painting skills and colour mixing, inspired by the world around you.
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Course Information

Dates:
Wed 18/09/2024 -
Wed 23/10/2024
Times:
3:00pm - 4:30pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Abi Kremer
Course code:
Q00010182
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £33.30

This course is available for WEA members only until 10 am on Wednesday 3rd July.

Textiles and Fashion: Advanced Sewing Projects

This course is aimed at confident sewing students. You will develop higher level sewing and textile skills and be able to choose, document and finish your own sewing projects to a professional level under supervision.
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Course Information

Dates:
Wed 18/09/2024 -
Wed 11/12/2024
Times:
9:00am - 11:45am
Duration:
13 sessions
Location:
Gayton House (London)
Chiltern Road
London
E3 4BX
Tutor:
Mona Nashed
Course code:
Q00010953
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £138.60

This course is available for WEA members only until 10 am on Wednesday 3rd July.

Art Practical: Portraiture Painting

This course aims to introduce students to the art of portraiture in a relaxed and supportive environment. You will learn how to draw the face and features correctly with a final project. This class is ideal for beginners who would like to learn new skills or improve old ones.
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Course Information

Dates:
Wed 18/09/2024 -
Wed 27/11/2024
Times:
11:00am - 1:00pm
Duration:
11 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Frank Ferrie
Course code:
Q00009660
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £84.00

This course is available for WEA members only until 10 am on Wednesday 3rd July.

Practical Art: Watercolours for Complete Beginners (Part 1)

Do you want to learn the basics of watercolours? Have you tried before and given up in frustration? Why not join this course for support and encouragement? Watercolour, simply put, is water mixed with pigment which is then applied to paper. But painting with watercolours is something entirely different. It can be complex, confusing, and fun at the same time. While not a medium to be controlled or manipulated, part of the very beauty of working with watercolours is learning to let go! Come and join us to find out more.
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Course Information

Dates:
Thu 19/09/2024 -
Thu 05/12/2024
Times:
11:00am - 1:00pm
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Deborah Crofts
Course code:
Q00017574
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £74.00

This course is available for WEA members only until 10 am on Wednesday 3rd July.

Art Practical: Improvers Drawing and Painting - Landscapes

Develop your own style of landscape drawing and painting in this welcoming safe space.
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Course Information

Dates:
Fri 20/09/2024 -
Fri 06/12/2024
Times:
10:00am - 1:00pm
Duration:
12 sessions
Location:
Springbourne Library Community Room (Bou
297A Holdenhurst Road
Bournemouth
BH8 8BX
Tutor:
Abi Kremer
Course code:
Q00009525
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £126.00

This course is available for WEA members only until 10 am on Wednesday 3rd July.

Art Practical: Exploring Drawing and Painting - Landscapes

Begin to develop your own art work in this beginner friendly art class and learn how to create landscapes
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Course Information

Dates:
Fri 20/09/2024 -
Fri 06/12/2024
Times:
1:30pm - 4:30pm
Duration:
12 sessions
Location:
Springbourne Library Community Room (Bou
297A Holdenhurst Road
Bournemouth
BH8 8BX
Tutor:
Abi Kremer
Course code:
Q00009528
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £126.00