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Sketch, Etch and Scones with Karen Densham
Tuesday 03 October 2023
10:30 am
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An accessible and fun approach to printmaking where we will be exploring low tech printing methods like dry point etching, Lino cutting, mono printing, impression printing and more.
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Weekly Watercolour for Beginners with Justine Moss
Thursday 05 October 2023
10:30 am
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Join our weekly group for watercolourists of all levels where you will be introduced to the materials, techniques and colour
theory to develop your paintings.
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Weekly Watercolour for Intermediates – with Justine Moss
Thursday 05 October 2023
1:30 pm
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Develop your watercolour technique under the guidance of artist Justine Moss. Explore materials, techniques and colour theory to develop your practice and create more advanced paintings.
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Nature drawing workshop with Lisa Temple-Cox
Friday 06 October 2023
10:30 am
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Explore observational drawing and discover your favourite medium with this nature drawing workshop.
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Drag Life Drawing with Sirena Hart
Saturday 07 October 2023
6:00 pm
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A one-of-a-kind life drawing class, where your tutor and model will offer multiple poses in fantastical settings.
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Mark-making workshop with Lucy Scott
Friday 13 October 2023
10:30 am
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Try something spontaneous, immediate and mindful with this meditative workshop
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Watercolour Saturdays with Justine Moss
Saturday 14 October 2023
10:30 am
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A monthly meet up for watercolour painters and enthusiasts – open for all levels. Explore the materials, techniques and colour theory to develop your work
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Life Drawing with Justine Moss – all levels
Saturday 14 October 2023
1:30 pm
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Learn how to draw from the live model or practice your life drawing skills at Firstsite.
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Everyone Can Draw Supper
Saturday 14 October 2023
6:00 pm
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Join artist Samantha Barnes for Drawing Art Suppers – our new light-hearted, confidence-inducing workshop including delicious food and drawing.
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Landscape Drawing – A Discovery Day with Simon Carter
Friday 20 October 2023
10:30 am
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Join Simon for a day of intensive study into landscapes, working in the grounds of Firstsite (weather permitting) with a delicious lunch included.
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Boozy Brushes
Friday 20 October 2023
7:30 pm
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Join Sirena Hart at Firstsite for Boozy Brushes – our New Multi-Art, Drag entertainment painting class extravaganza!
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Knitting for Newbies with Clare Sams
Sunday 22 October 2023
10:30 am
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Yarn artist Clare Sams introduces you to the wonders of wool using knitting and crochet.
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Knitting for Improvers
Sunday 22 October 2023
1:30 pm
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Improve your knitting skills under the guidance of artist Clare Sams. Expand your horizons, learn more advanced techniques and explore knitting with chunky yarns.
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S&B Sunday Sessions
Sunday 29 October 2023
10:30 am
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Join the S&B ladies for a fun and relaxed Sunday as we host 2 different seasonal themed creative sessions for people aged 14+ of all abilities.
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Fused Glass Workshop – Festive Tree Decorations
Thursday 23 November 2023
Join us for an evening of crafting and create your own fused glass Christmas Tree decorations for your tree!
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Adult 2 Day Air Dry Clay Workshop – Winter Decorations
Sunday 26 November 2023
10:30 am
Become a potter for two days and create a one-of-a-kind piece of art that you can treasure forever in this festive adult air dry clay workshop!
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Air Dry Clay Workshop – Winter Decorations Ages 8-16
Sunday 03 December 2023
This is a fun and exciting opportunity to get your children into the festive spirit and create special and unique clay winter decorations to be treasured.
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Candle Making Festive Workshop
Friday 08 December 2023
4:00 pm
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A fun, relaxing two-hour workshop to guide you through the process of making your own hand-poured scented candle to take home.
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Everyone Can Draw Festive Lunch
Sunday 17 December 2023
11:30 am
Join artist Samantha Barnes for Drawing Art Festive Lunch – a light-hearted, confidence-inducing workshop including delicious food and drawing.
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