Upcoming Workshops

…designed to inspire, improve and expand your creativity.

Throughout the year, I host a range of workshops designed to help you play and experiment with different materials and techniques, develop your skills and grow in confidence.

Each workshop includes practical guidance, demonstrations, and individual support throughout the day — all in a relaxed, friendly environment. Whether you're a complete beginner or more experienced, the workshops are welcoming and accessible to all

<span class="sqsrte-text-color--accent">3-Day Portrait Course</span>
Nov
24
to 26 Nov

3-Day Portrait Course

This workshop is now fully booked. Please explore my other workshops and retreats.

If you’d like more information or to reserve a place on the next workshop please click here and I’ll pop your details on my waiting list.

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<span class="sqsrte-text-color--accent">New: 3 Day Landscape &amp; Sketchbook Course</span>
Feb
23
to 25 Feb

New: 3 Day Landscape & Sketchbook Course

2 Spaces Available: Join me for a relaxed and inspiring three-day course exploring the fundamentals of landscape painting and sketchbook work in the beautiful surroundings of World of Wedgwood. Together we’ll look closely at composition, colour mixing, and paint application, while also taking time to play, experiment and develop a deeper awareness of what we see and what we like.

Throughout the course you’ll receive practical guidance, one-to-one support, and demonstrations to help you grow in confidence. You’ll also take away a set of comprehensive worksheets to support your learning during the course and beyond.

Places are limited – early booking is recommended.

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<span class="sqsrte-text-color--accent">New: 3 Day Portrait Course</span>
Aug
24
to 26 Aug

New: 3 Day Portrait Course

Spaces Available: Join me for a friendly and supportive three-day course developing your Portrait skills at World of Wedgwood in Staffordshire. As well as looking at the fundamentals you’ll also have time to play and experiment with other ideas to deepen your understanding and confidence.

Whether you’re new to portraiture or looking to push and refine your existing skills, this course offers a balance of practical teaching, demonstrations, and one-to-one guidance. You’ll also receive comprehensive worksheets to support your learning during the course and as a resource for future reference.

Places are limited – early booking is recommended..

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Take a look at our previous workshops

  • A group of women in a community center holding colorful abstract floral paintings, smiling and showing their artwork.
  • Women sitting at a long table with art supplies, painting and drawing during a watercolor workshop; large windows in the background let in natural light.
  • A group of people sitting around a table while a woman demonstrates watercolor painting techniques, with finished landscape paintings displayed in the background.
  • An artist is drawing a black and white ink illustration of an arched door or window in a sketchbook at a table with watercolor paintings and printouts of landscape and floral images.
  • Three women sitting at a table. One woman with glasses and a floral shirt in the background, and two women in the foreground, one standing and one sitting. The woman standing is touching the shoulder of the seated woman who is wearing glasses and a light pink shirt. The table has a sunflower, papers, and a glass of water.
  • A group of older adults painting watercolors at a table in an art studio, with several completed paintings on display and shelves on the wall.
  • An older woman with glasses and a wrist bracelet is painting a colorful portrait of a person with blonde hair on a canvas at a table with a red and white checkered tablecloth in a bright room with large windows.

FAQs

  • No, not at all, many participants are complete beginners. Each workshop is structured so you can learn step by step, while still giving more experienced artists room to experiment and develop their skills.

  • Most workshops include everything you need, but if a particular class requires you to bring something special, you’ll receive a materials list in advance.

  • One-day workshops usually focus on a specific technique or theme and you’ll get to complete a project in a single day. Three-day workshops allow us to dive deeper, giving you time to explore ideas more fully, develop your skills, and create more detailed work.

  • Typically, there are between 8-12 participants per workshop.

  • Yes...gift vouchers are available and make a lovely present for anyone who enjoys being creative. Please contact me to arrange one.

  • If you need to cancel, please let me know as soon as possible. Cancellations made 21 days in advance are eligible for a refund or credit. Unfortunately, cancellations after this time cannot be refunded, but you’re welcome to transfer your place to a friend. Please see full Terms & Conditions for further details.

  • Where possible, I’ll do my best to accommodate transfers, depending on availability. Please contact me to discuss options.

  • Yes, the room we use is on the ground floor, with no steps and near to accessible toilet facilities. If you have other specific access needs, please get in touch.

  • Yes, I can arrange bespoke workshops for art groups, or demonstrations / talks for special events. Contact me to chat about your ideas.