1130 Courses

Learn how to make your very own stylish personalised Key rings for yourself or a loved one.

This one-day workshop is a hands-on introduction to photographing jewellery, aimed at jewellers who are considering or just beginning to sell their work. We’ll look at the why and the how of creating a consistent and considered style for presenting your work either online or for marketing materials. We’ll cover the basic kit you’ll need; the best camera settings to use; different lighting styles and how to achieve them; and composition and styling using a range of backgrounds and props to bring your images to life. No previous photography experience is needed. You’re welcome to use a phone camera or SLR/mirrorless camera, as you prefer, and to bring with you any other photography kit or props you may have, although this is not necessary. Cathy Pyle is an experienced professional photographer and teacher of adults, who works with creatives, small businesses and magazines across the UK. WHEN: Saturday 10th August 10-3.30pm WHERE:  Workshop 925 based at The Mayford Centre, just outside of Woking and very close to Guildford. Unit F9 The Mayford Centre, Mayford Green Woking, Surrey  GU22 0PP TUTOR: Cathy Pyle WHAT DOES THE DAY INVOLVE? This one-day workshop is a hands-on introduction to photographing jewellery, aimed at jewellers who are considering or just beginning to sell their work. We’ll look at the why and the how of creating a consistent and considered style for presenting your work either online or for marketing materials. We’ll cover the basic kit you’ll need; the best camera settings to use; different lighting styles and how to achieve them; and composition and styling using a range of backgrounds and props to bring your images to life. No previous photography experience is needed. You’re welcome to use a phone camera or SLR/mirrorless camera, as you prefer, and to bring with you any other photography kit or props you may have, although this is not necessary. Cathy Pyle is an experienced professional photographer and teacher of adults, who works with creatives, small businesses and magazines across the UK. EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: No experience is required to attend this course. CLASS SIZE: 6 WHAT IS INCLUDED? WHAT SHOULD I BRING? Bring along your smart phone and any props of camera equipment you would like to use or need some advice using. We will have backgrounds and some props you are welcome to use. You will be moving around the workshop, within the corridor area and outside to explore different environments to photograph your work. PAYMENT OPTIONS: You can pay via our website or in our workshop in person using our card machine. If you prefer to pay directly, you can email us on hello@workshop925.com and we can invoice you manually to arrange a bank transfer. For classes over £80, instalment options are also available. Please email us on hello@workshop925.com to arrange. Gift Voucher – if you have a voucher to redeem, please email us before booking on hello@workshop925.com Please check your dates carefully before booking a class as we are unable to offer refunds. See our Terms & Conditions for full details.

Fashion craft workshops teaching top tips and tricks on how to customise shoes and add crystal embellishment

Our relaxed and welcoming venue at 70-72 Blackburn Road, Accrington BB5 1LE is the perfect place to get in touch with your artistic side. Choose a bisque to paint and spend an extended session indulging in your imagination, painting to your heart's content. While you are painting, tea and coffee will be available throughout the session to ensure that you remain refreshed and energized throughout. At 12noon, we will provide our Artisan lunch box to enjoy in between painting sessions. Feel free to arrive and leave at your leisure, and spend as much time as you want on your masterpiece. A £20.00 per painter deposit is required to reserve your space and cover the session fee (the cost of the paints, glaze and firing), plus your lunch with tea and coffee. You will then have the option of selecting the item(s) you wish to paint. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to indulge in an extended painting session!

Pottery Open Sessions

Take a one day or weekend Masterclass with Internationally renowned quilt artist Bethan Ash at Queen Street Gallery studio.

Customise your own reusable gift bag with this festive embroidery workshop from Hoop & Fred.

This is an introductory workshop to learn several methods of creating fused glass jewellery and other decorative items.

This is an introductory workshop to learn several methods of creating fused glass jewellery and other decorative items at The Stratford School of Jewellery.

Love ceramics and want to learn more about sculpture? Join these fortnightly sessions and learn the principles of building with clay; using ‘Slab’ @Coi’ and fine modelling techniques to produce figurative work. This will include an exploration of clay thickness; consistency; strength; shrinkage and using supports. Clay costs included in the session, but should you wish your piece to be fired there will be a small additional charge.