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Beginner painters and intermediate artists alike are welcome to this hands-on workshop in oils, one of the oldest and most storied mediums.

Do you want to take a slower look at the natural world around you? Whether it's a beach find, an interesting plant or capturing wildlife on the go? This course will give you some basic painting and drawing skills to capture these observations and discuss some ideas for sketchbook layouts to tell the story.

Using the classic rules of proportion you will develop the skills to draw a portrait of a person. There will be steps to follow and many techniques to assist along the way. You will work from a live model and from photographs drawing various exercises. You will use pencil and finally complete a portrait in watercolour paints.

Watercolour Galaxies are magical! Learn how to create a beautiful piece taking full advantage of watercolour's natural blending techniques. All materials included in course fee.

Zentangle method is an easy to learn, relaxing and fun method to create amazing images by drawing structured patterns. If you can hold a pen, you can do this! In this course you will learn to make beautiful zen-art, following the 8 steps of the Zentangle method from a certified Zentangle teacher. All art materials included in course fee.

Creating new pieces or repairing old treasures can be easy and fun once you know some basic techniques and design skills. You will be able to make 2 types of bracelet, 2 sets of earrings, 2 necklaces and a pendant - all materials provided. You will develop and apply easy wire work and stringing techniques.

Calligratherapy combines science journalist James Nestor's theory on proper breathing with the philosophy of ancient Chinese calligraphy to promote a state of optimal wellbeing. Over five weeks, you will develop and practice the awareness of healthy breathing while learning new techniques of Chinese soft brush calligraphy covering five different scripts.

Life drawing is a basic staple for all artists. This course will assist you in developing the necessary skills required to render the human form in a 2D manner.

Always wanted to know how to draw but never had the chance to learn? Join our experienced tutor and get confident with the basics of drawing.

Create your own recycled Journal as you learn the basics of bookbinding.

Drawing doesn’t mean trailing a line around things - it means seeing and reporting the relationships between things. Learn the basics in this one-day workshop.

Are you a visual artist or designer looking to increase your profile and your opportunities to make money? This course shows you how to digitise your artwork and create prints, products and designer goodies. This course is great for artists looking to monetise their work and expand their offerings into the areas of designer merchandise, homewares and apparel.

An inspirational workshop where you'll leave enthused about calligraphy and its practical day-to-day use.

Discover beautiful modern hand lettering techniques that can be applied to card making, signs, murals, posters and social media in general.

Learn new techniques so you can render a greater range of art styles. Suitable for those with a basic knowledge of painting or drawing who want to extend their skills and for more experienced artists who want to try out new techniques.

Explore a range of painting and drawing techniques from ink and watercolour to impasto and realism using acrylic pant. Bring along your own visual diary.

Always wanted to know how to draw but never had the chance to learn? Join our experienced tutor and get confident with the basics of drawing.

Connect with your inner voice as you develop your own personal creative practice. Includes practical creative exercises such as doodling, sketching, experimenting with acrylic paints, journaling and reflection activities, as well as intuitive writing and future visioning. The course culminates in the creation of a ‘soul portrait’ to help you capture, and stay connected, to your truest self!

Keen to have a unique and personal memento of your travels? Find out how with rapid drawing and painting techniques you can create something special.

A chance to experiment with watercolour paints and different sorts of paper - no experience needed and all materials provided.