Upcoming Workshops
Join hands‑on workshops designed to inspire, challenge and elevate your creative journey.
Throughout the year, I host a range of art workshops designed to help you develop your skills and grow in confidence.
Each session includes step-by-step demonstrations, practical guidance, 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.
3 Day Landscape & Sketchbook Course
18th 19th & 20th August 2025 - 10am until 4pm
World of Wedgwood, Barlaston, Staffordshire, ST12 9ER. Free parking on site.
Whether you're drawn to capturing landscapes or want to deepen your sketchbook practice, this 3-day course offers the perfect opportunity to grow your skills with expert guidance in a relaxed, encouraging setting.
You’ll explore:
Scale, proportion, and simplifying shapes
Composition and focal points
Contrast, variety, and colour mixing
Layering, glazing, and paint application techniques
The importance of play, experimentation, and personal preference
Sketchbooks as a pressure-free space to create and reflect
Building a regular sketchbook habit to boost confidence and creativity
Places are limited — if you'd like to join me for this inspiring and rewarding experience, see below.
A £50 deposit secures your place, with the balance due three weeks before the course.
£285
World of Wedgwood: Gelli Plate Printing – Creating Your Own Greeting Cards
World of Wedgwood, Barlaston, Staffordshire, ST12 9ER. Free parking on site.
August 5th 10-4pm 2025
Spend a creative and inspiring day at the beautiful World of Wedgwood, learning the fun and expressive technique of Gelli plate printing. You'll experiment with colour, texture, and layering to create your own set of unique greeting cards to take home.
Perfect for all abilities, this hands-on workshop includes step-by-step guidance, all materials, and a delicious lunch in the elegant Wedgwood Tearooms.
£85 per person – includes all materials and a delicious lunch in the Wedgwood Tearooms.
£85
NEW DATE ADDED
World of Wedgwood: Gelli Plate Printing – Creating Your Own Greeting Cards
November 10th 2025
World of Wedgwood, Barlaston, Staffordshire, ST12 9ER. Free parking on site.
Spend a creative and inspiring day at the beautiful World of Wedgwood, learning the fun and expressive technique of Gelli plate printing. You'll experiment with colour, texture, and layering to create your own set of unique greeting cards to take home.
Perfect for all abilities, this hands-on workshop includes step-by-step guidance, all materials, and a delicious lunch in the elegant Wedgwood Tearooms.
£85 per person – includes all materials and a delicious lunch in the Wedgwood Tearooms.
£85
3-Day Portrait Course at World of Wedgwood
November 24–26th | 10am–4pm daily
World of Wedgwood, Barlaston, Staffordshire, ST12 9ER. Free parking on site.
Join us for a focused and enriching 3-day portrait course at the stunning World of Wedgwood. Through guided demonstrations and one-to-one support, you’ll develop your understanding of proportion, expression, and character while exploring a range of portrait techniques in a relaxed, inspiring setting.
Perfect for all abilities, this course includes a selection of high-quality materials and a delicious lunch in the Wedgwood Tearooms each day.
£285 per person — early booking recommended to secure your place.
£285
Workshop Library
Take a look at the range of workshops I regularly teach and enjoy a glimpse of what past students have created.
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 £200 for a half day workshop (plus travel)