In this workshop we will carve out an outdoor garden lantern made of aerated concrete which will house one or more tea lights. It will be a workshop where you will discover your hidden sculptural talents.
We will make this durable outdoor 30cm by 20cm lantern with a variety of chisels, large files and saw. These lanterns will look magical in your garden and your friends and family will be impressed with your artistic skills! All materials will be provided for. Bring requirements listed on ... Read On

Come along and explore different aspects of drawing botanical flowers. This genre is a particular love of mine, it always gives me great pleasure drawing flowers (especially roses) in pencil, charcoal, conte and pastels.
We will study the shape, contour of each botanical item whilst learning the different uses of pencil, charcoal, conte in the use of constructing each piece. We will also look at different shading techniques, the importance of lighting, proportion and sizing, space, depth, ... Read On

Come along and explore different aspects of drawing botanical flowers. This genre is a particular love of mine, it always gives me great pleasure drawing flowers (especially roses) in pencil, charcoal, conte and pastels.
We will study the shape, contour of each botanical item whilst learning the different uses of pencil, charcoal, conte in the use of constructing each piece. We will also look at different shading techniques, the importance of lighting, proportion and sizing, space, depth, ... Read On

This Therapeutic creative-based workshop is a wonderful self-focused, mind-stimulating session designed to give you the opportunity to personally express and creatively explore your thoughts, feelings and emotions. You certainly don't need any art knowledge or previous know-how to attend. This enlightening workshop is all about imaginative creativity and freestyle drawing that we all possess naturally, and is especially structured with creative and thought inducing tasks and exercises to ... Read On

This super creative workshop puts the artist's spotlight on sensational charcoal. Artistic attention and focus will be on the enjoyment of exploring and constructing designs that bring out the utmost of this truly versatile medium. Get set to use charcoal's free-flowing soft properties to create works that are rich, brilliantly blended and full of contrast and expression. This workshop is great for enthusiastic beginners and for those who have delectably dabbled with charcoal drawing ... Read On

An inspiring must-do workshop if you are seeking to add some 'wow factor' into your art creations. Knowing the secrets of incorporating key elements of perspective and dimension will enable you to bring your artwork to life, like never before. Perspective relates to the way we see angles - think about the receding lines of a train track for example, and the visual distance this creates. Dimension relates to objects having depth - think about the solid shape of a ball compared to a simple flat ... Read On

It's our super zone of ultimate expression! A fun art-based school holiday program designed especially for our young creatives aged 8-12 (adaptable to participant). Brilliantly structured to unleash their individual and expressive qualities with the use of stimulating art tasks and projects as well as with guided topics and thinking skills. Developed in a structured format based on Jo's background in creative arts and psychology. Each class session is theme-based and age appropriate, and will ... Read On

Action ready! This art action-packed workshop is created especially for our teens aged 13 -15 (adaptable to participant) and is aimed at enabling them to individually express their thoughts and opinions through discussion as well as in their super creative artwork. A brilliant space to interact, express and create with their peers. Developed in a structured format based on Jo's background in creative arts and psychology. Each school holiday 'Art Action' workshop will focus on a stimulating ... Read On

this course is a basic introduction to crochet using a crochet hook and yarn. It will cover the basic stitches of "Chain", "Double Crochet' and "Treble". Left-handers welcome. See Material section for what to bring. No concession. Read On

An introduction to the basic stitches of foundational chain, treble and double and the methods of increasing and decreasing to produce a basic motif using mercer thread. Learn to read patterns and various methods of patterns today with the different terminology used in these altered methods, through discussion of problems encountered.
This workshop's aim is to learn how to make a simple motif and then progress to more complex forms of crochet, by learning the different joining methods for ... Read On

A course for the beginner or more advanced sewer. Learn to make garments for yourself or family using a commercial pattern. Individual guidance given by the tutor will give you a professional look and fit. Includes sewing with stretch fabrics. Bring requirements listed on Confirmation/website first session. Read On

A course for the beginner or more advanced sewer. Learn to make garments for yourself or family using a commercial pattern. Individual guidance given by the tutor will give you a professional look and fit. Includes sewing with stretch fabrics. Bring requirements listed on Confirmation/website first session. Read On

A course for the beginner or more advanced sewer. Learn to make garments or projects for yourself, family or home using a commercial pattern. Individual guidance given by the tutor will give you a professional look and fit. Bring requirements listed on Confirmation/website first session. Read On

Come and learn basic knitting techniques and reading patterns that will enable you to create your own inspirations. Bring 4mm needles. Tutor will have starter kits, needles and 8 ply yarn available for a small fee. Bring along your problem projects and we will solve them for you. Learn Imperial or Continental style knitting - left-handers welcome. Please note that the cost of materials for this course is payable to the tutor during the course, in addition to the course fee paid to the College. ... Read On

In this exciting new course, we will be having fun with paint pour. Paint pour is a painting method created by using acrylic paint to pour on a surface to create a flowing design. We will paint pour over 2 canvas exploring different paint pour techniques. We will also paint pour a set of coasters and resin over the design. Due to the resin needing time to dry, this workshop will be done over 2 sessions, which allows the resin to set. This is perfect for anyone of any artistic ability, just need ... Read On

Come along to my artist studio in the southern highlands where we will have an enjoyable day sculpting with polymer clay. This class is for anyone with a sense of fun and wishing to make a unique piece of art that encompasses polymer clay. The finished products will be the envy of all your friends. No Concession. Read On

Ever thought about altering your own clothes? There are many things you can do yourself with little sewing knowledge and also save money! In this course you can learn to hem pants, jeans, skirts, adjust shirt and dress hems, sew on buttons or replace a zipper. Perhaps you have garments that need some changes or repairs. Machine and hand sewing finishes will be taught...so have your questions ready. Bring in your garments that you would like advice with. Bring requirements listed on ... Read On

In this session we will be exploring different painting techniques useful to execute a still life painting. We will explore acrylic and oil paints and how they play out of a canvas. We will then produce a piece of art work which will be front and centre on our parlour wall. The workshop will be held in the highlands in my studio at my home. No Concession. Read On