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.

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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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Art Practical: Encaustic art with colour therapy combined – with a spiritual twist

While away a few hours with holistic teacher Georgia, where she will take you on a journey with encaustic art; a beautiful way of linking in with your subconscious and creating an extraordinary piece of work that you can then reflect upon, use a gift card, frame or send as a special momentum of love or friendship. During this relaxing course you will learn not only various ways of using wax and heat combined, but you will also cover the chakras, energy concepts, totum animals and colour therapy. Learn why you are attracted to certain colours and how these tie in with energy imbalance.
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Dates:
Wed 04/09/2024 -
Wed 27/11/2024
Times:
2:30pm - 4:30pm
Duration:
12 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Georgia Daniel
Course code:
Q00018627
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £38.85

Craft: Beginners' Modern Calligraphy

Begin your exploration of modern calligraphy by mastering essential tools and techniques. Learn foundational strokes, letter forms, and explore various modern styles such as minimalist and brush lettering. Experiment with colour and traditional mediums to enhance your creations. Practice creating compressed and expanded letter forms to understand spacing and composition. Explore different calligraphy tools including brush pens, pointed pens, and markers to develop your unique style
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Dates:
Wed 04/09/2024 -
Wed 04/12/2024
Times:
7:00pm - 9:00pm
Duration:
12 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Fiona Mitchell
Course code:
Q00016796
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £88.80

Craft: Gelli Printing

The course will introduce you to how a Gelli plate can be used with a variety of items to create prints on both paper and fabric. Come along and join the class as you develop new skills or add to previous knowledge. Whether you are a beginner or have previous experience, this course is ideal for anyone with a positive attitude to learning.
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Dates:
Thu 05/09/2024 -
Thu 28/11/2024
Times:
10:30am - 12:30pm
Duration:
13 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Jo McIntosh
Course code:
Q00010193
How you'll learn:
Online
Status:
Waiting list
Fee range
Free to £81.40

Art Practical: Developing techniques in Watercolour

This course is aimed at beginner to intermediate artists interested in mastering the art of watercolour painting. Participants will learn essential techniques such as washes, glazing, and wet-on-wet, as well as colour mixing and composition. Through guided exercises and projects, students will develop their skills and confidence in using watercolours to create expressive and vibrant artworks. By the end of the course, students will have created a diverse portfolio of watercolour artworks, demonstrating their growth and proficiency with the medium. This course offers a supportive and enriching environment for artists to explore the expressive potential of watercolours, enhancing both their technical skills and creative confidence.
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Dates:
Thu 05/09/2024 -
Thu 03/10/2024
Location:
Woodend Creative (Scarborough)
The Crescent
Scarborough
YO11 2PW
Course code:
Q00018360
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £42.00

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Craft Advanced: Copperplate Calligraphy

Students will refine their mastery of Copperplate script, focusing on lowercase and uppercase letters, consistency, spacing, and the intricate details that define this elegant style. You’ll delve into advanced flourishing, ornamentation, and the creation of balanced compositions. Lessons on ligatures, connections, and complex layouts prepare you to design stunning pieces such as wedding invitations and greeting cards. Explore various inks and colours, blending techniques, and multi-line compositions to add a unique flair to your work. If you like stationery you will love calligraphy.
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Course Information

Dates:
Thu 05/09/2024 -
Thu 05/12/2024
Times:
9:00am - 11:00am
Duration:
12 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Fiona Mitchell
Course code:
Q00016797
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £88.80

Craft: Beginners' Traditional Calligraphy

Explore the art of calligraphy, no artistic background required. Join us to try your hand at creating elegant lettering. This course offers a solid grounding in various aspects of this craft, catering to beginners and enthusiasts alike. Work with readily available equipment and employ simple yet effective techniques. The primary goal is to provide you with a foundational understanding of calligraphy, emphasising accessibility and ease of learning. Starting with the elegant Roman capitals this course will cover some of the classic styles. Great for left and right handers. If you like stationery you will love calligraphy.
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Dates:
Thu 05/09/2024 -
Thu 05/12/2024
Times:
3:00pm - 5:00pm
Duration:
12 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Fiona Mitchell
Course code:
Q00016802
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £88.80

Art Practical: Beginners Mosaics

This Mosaic course is designed to introduce you to new craft skills and help you develop a new craft, whilst designing different images and relaxing, enjoying, being creative with others.
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Course Information

Dates:
Fri 06/09/2024 -
Fri 11/10/2024
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Sherbourne House
Independent Living Hub
Stonehouse
GL10 2HP
Tutor:
Victoria Hendzel
Course code:
Q00016919
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £50.40

Practical Art: Portrait Skills - Making a Personal Outcome

This course is designed for learners who would like to develop their own individual style and direction when exploring portrait skills. Starting with the anatomy of the head, you will be guided through the basic steps and techniques when studying a character. Using Photography, you will then go on to learn about directing and how to confidently capture a head and shoulder portrait. This could then be used to either draw from or manipulate, using mixed media, for example painting onto its surface or collaging.
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Course Information

Dates:
Fri 06/09/2024 -
Fri 29/11/2024
Times:
11:00am - 5:00pm
Duration:
13 sessions
Location:
NST Hub (North Somerset Training Communi
31 Alexandra Parade
Weston-super-Mare
BS23 1QZ
Tutor:
Katie Dexter
Course code:
Q00016826
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
5 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £252.00

Art Appreciation: Local Artists Part 3

This 5 week course delves into the works of five local artists featuring Arthur Lett-Haines, Jennifer Andrews, Anthony Atkinson, Charles Bartlett and Malcolm H. Carter. Each week explores key art concepts including, colour and composition through samples of their work. You will engage in group discussions, take notes and recall information. By the end of the course, you will be able to notice significant local artists describe their artistic methods, spot similarities and differences amongst local artists, deconstruct essential components of artworks and select a preferred piece based on personal opinion.
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Dates:
Fri 06/09/2024 -
Fri 04/10/2024
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
5 sessions
Location:
Castle Methodist Church (Colchester)
Maidenburgh Street
Colchester
CO1 1TT
Tutor:
Abbie Cairns
Course code:
Q00017691
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £42.00

Art Practical: Beginners Mosaics

This Mosaic course is designed to introduce you to new craft skills and help you develop a new craft, whilst designing different images and relaxing, enjoying, being creative with others.
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Course Information

Dates:
Fri 06/09/2024 -
Fri 11/10/2024
Times:
1:30pm - 3:30pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
St. Oswald’s Village
Gavel Way
Gloucester
GL1 2UF
Tutor:
Victoria Hendzel
Course code:
Q00017371
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £50.40