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What will I learn? This course aims to give learners the opportunity to explore the different aspects and techniques and apply it in your own style. A chance to work in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere with like-minded artists.You will learn through practical experience, with individual tuition from the tutor. The course is designed to […]

What will I learn? This course aims to introduce learners to the concept of Digital Photography and to explain the meaning and importance of basic photographic terminology. It also aims to encourage learners to explore and experiment with some of their own camera’s range of modes when taking pictures.• Explore basic photographic terminology e.g. Exposure, […]

What will I learn? This course aims to provide a supportive place in which you can learn drawing and painting skills in any medium of your choice. During the course you will be given the opportunity to experiment in various media: pencils, charcoal, pastels, inks, watercolours and acrylic.For beginners the course consists of a series […]

What will I learn? “We have been led to believe a lie when we see with and not through the eye” William Blake We know how to read a book and get lost in another world, or to listen to music and be moved viscerally and emotionally, but when it comes to looking at art, […]

What will I learn? This course aims to introduce you to the basic guitar skills that will encourage, inspire and empower you to play your guitar more confidently. This course will focus on the knowledge and skills required to play popular songs. You will also start to learn about chords and scale patterns.During the course […]

What will I learn? Through learning Flamenco dance you will create proud Flamenco posture and beautiful arm and hand movements. Your new moves will be tied together into a dance sequence within a relaxed and fun learning environment. During the course you will:• Warm up and cool down the body safely for dance movement.• Follow […]

What will I learn? Flamenco is the passionate dance from Andalucia, Spain. Come along and learn how to dance Flamenco. You will have the opportunity to create proud Flamenco posture and beautiful arm and hand movements. Your new moves will be tied together into a dance sequence throughout the term, within a relaxed and fun […]

What will I learn? This course aims to show you drawing techniques and the different ways in which you can paint using watercolours.During the course demonstrations and examples of different techniques will be given. Learners can then practise these on a wide variety of subjects. Learners will learn colour mixing and tonal scales and how […]

What will I learn? You will learn to experiment with different drawing and painting media, collage and a variety of art techniques centred on exciting mark-making, painting, colour work and more… Working with a number of practical exercises, you will:• explore different drawing and painting techniques• create a variety of figurative and abstract artworks using […]

What will I learn? Sketchbooks are a very handy resource for artmaking – discover how to use a sketchbook to support and develop your creativity. Working on a series of short exercises, you will:• explore different drawing techniques and create a variety of sketchbook work • develop preliminary drawings further in your sketchbook or as […]

What will I learn? This is a fun and lively class where you will learn:● how to work with various inks● how to create artistic effects● have a chance to try out different inks, such as: Indian ink, drawing ink and acrylic ink● finishing by creating your own artwork Is this course for me? Yes, […]

What will I learn? This is a fun and lively class where you will learn:● how to work with various inks● how to create artistic effects● have a chance to try out different inks, such as: Indian ink, drawing ink and acrylic ink● finishing by creating your own artwork Is this course for me? Yes, […]

What will I learn? This relaxing workshop aims to inspire those who have an interest in learning how to use Acrylic paints effectively. During the session you will be given demonstrations by the tutor in a variety of techniques, and you will be able to put into practice the methods demonstrated. Is this course for […]

What will I learn? This course aims to build confidence and skills, and enjoy the drawing process. During the course we will explore basic mark making – the foundation of all drawing, work through several drawing exercises, and explore how to create different effects with pencil. We will also cover the use of tone, how […]

What will I learn? On this fantastic course, you will be introduced to a variety of watercolour techniques: brush work techniques, laying washes and fine detail work, aimed at capturing the varied patterns and contrasts of line, texture, and tone. Also studied will be: light and tone, colour choice, use of transparent and opaque watercolour […]

What will I learn? Delve into the world of photography and get to know your camera. Have you always wondered what half the buttons on your camera do? Discover how to use them properly and produce impressive photographs, even as a complete beginner. Gain useful technical knowledge and get expert creative guidance in easy-to-understand language.During […]

What will I learn? Explore the exciting world of acrylic paint pouring and learn to create dazzling abstract art.Paint pouring involves using a free-flowing acrylic paint mixture created with a pouring mixture such as glue and water and is the hottest trend in creating abstract art whilst having lots of fun.During this course you will […]

What will I learn? Learn how to draw and paint using watercolour during this one-day course, in the beautiful setting of Waddesdon Manor. The manor is truly magical at Christmas and you will appreciate the beautiful colours of the stunning grounds to inspire your creativity.This course will look at the fundamentals of watercolour; it is […]

What will I learn? Enjoy some alcohol-free prosecco before trying out some of Picasso’s key techniques at our fun Friday night workshop. Mingle with other local artists and art-lovers then have a go at drawing, collage, mixed media portraiture and more, all inspired by some of Picasso’s masterpieces. Is this course for me? This all-levels […]

What will I learn? This masterclass aims to develop learners existing skills, improving their images, in terms of capture, exposure, composition and developing a creative eye, especially using low levels of winter light and exploring longer exposures to create special effects. Using the stunning Waddesdon Christmas Light Decorations.During the masterclass you will:• Try a range […]