Weekly Open Studio
Weekly Open Studio
These Wednesday morning sessions from 11 - 1pm are relaxed weekly classes where you can explore materials through mixed media, printmaking, painting and drawing.
Dates: Weds 15th April to Weds 20th April
Each session begins with a short introduction and warm-up exercise, followed by time to work on a project and develop your own ideas. Guidance is available throughout, but there is plenty of space to explore and work at your own pace.
No previous experience is needed — just curiosity and a willingness to experiment.
Who is it suitable for?
Suitable for complete beginners as well as those with some experience.
What we’ll explore
Week 1 (Weds 15th April) – Seeing Like an Artist
Using graphite stick and pencil to slow down and really observe a subject, learning how artists choose what to draw and what to leave out.
Week 2 (Weds 22nd April) – Creating Depth with Light and Shadow
Working with charcoal and white chalk on toned paper to explore how light and shadow create form and depth.
Week 3 (Weds 29th April) – Colour That Works Together
Using gouache or acrylic to explore colour relationships and how complementary colours can create harmony in an artwork.
Week 4 (Weds 6th May) – Why Some Artworks Work
Exploring how artists organise shapes, space and colour so an artwork feels balanced and engaging. We’ll look at practical composition tools including viewfinders and notan — the balance of light and dark shapes.
Week 5 (Weds 13th May) – Brushwork and mark making
Exploring how different materials make marks and how to use your different brushes.
Week 6 (Weds 20th May) – Loosening Up: Gel Plates & Mixed Media
Experiment with gel plate printing, image transfer and layered materials to create dynamic, expressive work.
A relaxed and supportive studio
Many people join simply because they’d like time to make artwork regularly and explore different approaches in a friendly studio environment.
When
Wednesdays, 11am – 1pm
Booking Options*
Choose a small block of sessions or join for the full series.
2 classes – £70
4 classes – £140
6 classes – £175 (best value)
T’s and C’s
Sessions can be taken consecutively or used flexibly depending on availability.
*But MUST be taken over one 6 week term.
