Workshops are the ideal opportunity for you to learn new skills & be inspired

Throughout the year I host a number of workshops, helping people improve their art skills.

With demonstrations at each stage of the process, and individual support given throughout the day, the workshops are relaxed, friendly and suitable for all abilities.

Layered Florals…Now Full

20th May 2025 - 10am until 3.30pm

Learn how to build layers of interest and texture using acrylics; acrylic inks and modelling paste

Suitable for all abilities

Materials, refreshments and a buffet style lunch are include

A £20 deposit is required to secure a place with the balance being payable two weeks in advance

£75

Whitfield Community Centre, Westlands, Newcastle Under Lyme, Staffordshire ST5 2JH

Free parking on site

  • Amazed by what I take away from the course and can apply it to so many other projects...even life itself

    Kev

  • Loved it! Produced something I'm pleased with for the first time in two years

    Jackie

  • Blown away by how far I've managed to come in three days. Thank you for making learning so enjoyable

    Karen

  • Came away having learned a whole range of skills and a great deal more confidence

    Lesley

3 Day Landscape & Sketchbook Course

18th 19th & 20th August 2025 - 10am until 4pm

World of Wedgwood, Barlaston, Staffordshire ST12 9ER

Free parking on site

Two Creative Journeys…One Inspiring Course

Whether you’re drawn to capturing the beauty of Landscapes or keen to dive deeper into your Sketchbook practice, this 3 day course offers the perfect opportunity to develop your skills with expert guidance and encouragement.

  • learn about scale; proportion and simplifying shape

  • learn about composition and focal points

  • understand the importance of contrast and variety

  • improve colour knowledge and colour mixing ability

  • improve paint application skills, with layers and glazing

  • understand the importance of play and experimentation

  • understand the value of sketchbooks, and enjoy the process of creating without pressure

  • develop self awareness, learn to recognise your preferences and how they can impact your art

  • encourage a regular sketchbook habit building confidence, knowledge and skills

Places are limited so if you’d like to join me for this rewarding and inspiring experience see below…

A £50 deposit is required to secure a place with the balance being payable three weeks in advance.

£285

  • Brilliant course, just what I wanted, so informative and so well prepared. I felt relaxed with no pressure

    Liz

  • A carefully put together course so learning was in stages and easy to understand. Thoroughly enjoyed it

    Margaret

  • I thought content and delivery were great, I got out of it exactly what I was looking for

    Neil

  • I learned so much, such generous inspiration and endless patience. It's been a joy!

    Milda

Workshop Library

…shows a selection of topics I deliver for workshops. If you would like to be notified when the next dates are available please click on the link to register your interest

Do you belong to an Art Group?

…would you like me to deliver a workshop or demonstration at your venue?

If this is something you might be interested in, then please get in touch for a chat. I’m happy to tailor workshops to accommodate mixed ability groups.

Prices start at £150 for a half day workshop (plus travel)