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Leamington Spa

Adult Art Classes- all abilities, September termDay- TuesdayTime- 10am-1pm&nbsp;Duration- 10 week termDates- 24th September until 3rd December, excluding 5th NovemberVenue- Leamington Rugby Football Club We welcome absolute beginners as well as those with more experience. &nbsp;Over the 10 weeks we will cover a range of themes such as animals, still life and landscapes. &nbsp;The materials we will explore include pencil, colour pencil, pastels, watercolour paints, acrylic paints and more. You will learn a wide range of skills such as shading and blending, drawing using a grid, colour mixing, and mark making techniques.Our experienced tutor will give demonstrations and provide one-to-one guidance to ensure all students are fully supported.&nbsp;Our classes are very enjoyable, and are a great opportunity to meet new people. &nbsp;It will be your dedicated 3 hours of much needed &ldquo;me time&rdquo;. &nbsp;There is a new curriculum every term so you will always be able to expand and develop your skills. The cost of the course includes:-Support from an experienced tutor-All equipment and resources-Refreshments Total cost of 10 week course- &pound;325 (less than &pound;11 per hour)Deposit- &pound;125&nbsp;Remaining balance- &pound;200, due by 24th September&nbsp;

Adult Art Classes – 10-Week Course
Day: Tuesday
Time: 10am – 1pm
Duration: 10 weeks
Dates: 22nd April – 1st July (no class on 27th May)
Venue: Leamington Rugby Football Club
Join our relaxing and creative art classes designed for adults looking to explore their artistic side. We welcome absolute beginners as well as those with more experience.

Over the 10 weeks, we will cover various themes, including animals, still life, and landscapes. The materials explored will include pencils, pens, pastels, watercolours, acrylics, and more. You will learn a wide range of skills, such as shading, blending, grid drawing, colour mixing, and mark-making techniques.

Our experienced tutor will provide demonstrations and one-to-one guidance, ensuring that all students receive full support.
These enjoyable classes offer a great opportunity to meet new people and dedicate 3 hours to much-needed "me time."
Each term introduces a new curriculum, allowing continuous skill development.

Course cost includes:
Support from an experienced tutor
All equipment and resources
Refreshments

Total cost for 10 weeks: £330 (£11 per hour)
Deposit: £130
Remaining balance: £200

Elements Art Classes

Painting

Arts & Crafts

Fine Art

Sketching

Painting Skills & Techniques

Watercolour Painting

Acrylic Painting

Pastels

Oil Pastel

Pencil Drawing

Art classes for adults of all abilities. An enriching experience for individuals looking to explore their creative side, learn new artistic skills, and connect with like-minded people.

Tuesday Mornings- 10 Week Art Course: Deposit £130

General Admission

Edinburgh

Learn to make colourful monotype prints without the need for a press. 
In this 3-hour private class, Lou Davis will take you through how to make a gelatin (vege-gel) printing plate which can be used to print beautiful and colourful works of art.&nbsp;We&rsquo;ll cover a number of techniques including using stencils and masks, adding texture with botanicals and found objects and using household items for mark making and using home-made foam stamps. Textures could be chosen to match the reason for the celebration.
We&rsquo;ll then take our completed prints and use them to create a collection of unique greeting cards, which could be themed with messages to suit the occasion, e.g. happy birthday, wedding wishes, good luck, festive fun, you&#39;ve got this!, and so on.&nbsp;You will take home a set of up to 10 one-off, hand-printed greeting cards, with matching envelopes. &nbsp;<hr fr-original-style="" style="border-color: var(--border-muted); border-style: solid; clear: both; break-after: page; user-select: none; box-sizing: border-box;">
More information&nbsp;
The Arienas Collective private classes are run from our supportive and welcoming home-based environment within a Georgian mews home in Edinburgh&rsquo;s City Centre New Town. We invite you to join us, leave any day-to-day worries behind, and immerse yourself in being creative.
All the equipment and materials you will need are included in the price, unless stated otherwise, along with light refreshments.&nbsp;
Private classes can be themed to suit the occasion, such as a special birthday, hen do, or family celebration. Just let us know when booking and we can discuss the options, including any additional charge, with you in advance.
On full day classes you are welcome to bring your own lunch. Alternatively, there are a wide range of independent sit-in or takeaway delis, caf&eacute;s, supermarkets and restaurants within a 5-10 minute walk. We can also provide a buffet style lunch for you if you prefer.
PLEASE NOTE: Our workshop space is on the first-floor of a Georgian mews building and unfortunately we do not have lift access. The workshop space is in our home which is&nbsp;not&nbsp;nut free. Please let us know of any skin or food allergies before booking.
Bringing the class to you
If you already have a venue in mind, or have a larger group size than we can cater for here, then get in touch to check if your preferred class can be brought to you.
Work events
Most of our private classes are also available to book for staff team building and well-being purposes, or as creative treats for your customers. You can find out more here.
Age restrictions
Our workshops are planned with adults in mind. Many are suitable for teenagers, but some may require under 16s to be accompanied for insurance purposes. Please check with us before booking.

Learn to make colourful monotype prints without the need for a press. 
In this 3-hour private class, Lou Davis will take you through how to make a gelatin (vege-gel) printing plate which can be used to print beautiful and colourful works of art. 
We’ll cover a number of techniques including using stencils and masks, adding texture with botanicals and found objects and using household items for mark making and using home-made foam stamps. Textures could be chosen to match the reason for the celebration.
We’ll then take our completed prints and use them to create a collection of unique greeting cards, which could be themed with messages to suit the occasion, e.g. happy birthday, wedding wishes, good luck, festive fun, you've got this!, and so on. 
You will take home a set of up to 10 one-off, hand-printed greeting cards, with matching envelopes. 



More information 
The Arienas Collective private classes are run from our supportive and welcoming home-based environment within a Georgian mews home in Edinburgh’s City Centre New Town. We invite you to join us, leave any day-to-day worries behind, and immerse yourself in being creative.
All the equipment and materials you will need are included in the price, unless stated otherwise, along with light refreshments. 
Private classes can be themed to suit the occasion, such as a special birthday, hen do, or family celebration. Just let us know when booking and we can discuss the options, including any additional charge, with you in advance.
On full day classes you are welcome to bring your own lunch. Alternatively, there are a wide range of independent sit-in or takeaway delis, cafés, supermarkets and restaurants within a 5-10 minute walk. We can also provide a buffet style lunch for you if you prefer.
PLEASE NOTE: Our workshop space is on the first-floor of a Georgian mews building and unfortunately we do not have lift access. The workshop space is in our home which is not nut free. Please let us know of any skin or food allergies before booking.
Bringing the class to you
If you already have a venue in mind, or have a larger group size than we can cater for here, then get in touch to check if your preferred class can be brought to you.
Work events
Most of our private classes are also available to book for staff team building and well-being purposes, or as creative treats for your customers. You can find out more here.
Age restrictions
Our workshops are planned with adults in mind. Many are suitable for teenagers, but some may require under 16s to be accompanied for insurance purposes. Please check with us before booking.

The Arienas Collective

Gelli Printing

Learn how to create colourful monotype prints with local artist and printmaker Lou Davis in this private class at The Arienas Collective in Edinburgh's beautiful Georgian New Town City Centre.

Gel printing | private class for up to 10 people

Sole use of our home workshop space including artist fee and refreshments for up to 10 people. Please add the number of people you require materials for below.

Private class for up to 10 people (excluding materials)

Guildford

Creative Gell Printing (GUILDFORD)
Venue: St Catherine's School, Station Road, Bramley, Nr Guildford GU5 0DF
Date: 14th June 2025
Time: 9.30 - 15.30
FEE: £ 175 / DAY 



*ALERT: ECT/NQT's, TRAINEE TEACHERS, TECHNICIANS & THOSE SELF-FUNDING*
Discounts available - Please contact dawn@textileskillscentre.com for more information.



An Inspiring Practical Day Learning Gell Printing with Sue Cooper
This is a hands-on practical day workshop working with a gell plate to print images and patterns onto fabric and paper.
We are thrilled to have textile teacher and Textile Artist Maker Sue Cooper, join us to lead this workshop. Sue brings her experience both as a textiles print designer and textiles teacher, developing this inspiring practical course for anyone wishing to experiment more widely with a variety of new techniques, processes and contexts, and especially for teachers who are new to the Art Textiles GCSE specification. 
The course will explore a range of interpretations, providing the opportunity to develop ideas through the use of materials, techniques and processes.




GELL PRINTING
This practical day will be spent working with a gell plate to create a portfolio of prints, both on fabric and paper. The workshop is aimed at anyone interested in developing this fantastic and versatile printing technique into their teaching practices in Art or Textile lessons.
You will spend the day creating a variety of samples on fabric and paper, using different techniques and skills these processes can be developed and made to suit many creative and assessment objectives needs.
Learn and practice how to -
Gell print several layers of design and colour by using natural materials, and manmade stencils. This process gives an opportunity to learn about the composition of a design, the layering of pattern and colour as well as the theory of colour.
Gell print using mark making tools to add texture and pattern onto fabric / paper. This is an opportunity for expression and experimentation in a personally creative way. Again developing colour and design skills.
Transfer an image from a magazine and from a colour photocopier onto paper/fabric. This technique lends itself to further development with older students using photography and drawing skills.
Transfer gold/silver or bronze leaf directly onto paper/fabric, to create unique and unusual patterns and textures. This skill can be incorporated into lots of other textile processes and developed appropriately by older students.
Learn and practice new and exciting skills that will enhance your teaching.



*ALERT: ECT/NQT's, TRAINEE TEACHERS, TECHNICIANS & THOSE SELF-FUNDING*
We offer discounts for trainee teachers, technicians, and teachers who are self-funding for this course. Please contact dawn@textileskillscentre.com for more information.




What to expect on the day:
Understand how to develop knowledge of artists from KS2 KS3 and onwards, creating independent confident students.
Develop samples using a range of techniques which link to artists' work.
Understand the process of gell printing.
Learn what equipment is needed and how it can be done on a tight budget.



What you take home:
Great achievable ideas to enhance your teaching.
A portfolio of fabric and paper gell prints.
Notes on each techniques and how they can be developed by students and linked to artists for your Schemes of work.
Continued professional and personal development.



TEACHERS: We aim to ‘inspire, challenge and motivate every student, no matter what their level of ability, while supporting you in developing creative and engaging lessons.’ (Art & Design spec (AQA))


Links to KS4 Art & design Specifications:
‘students will be able to contextualise their research and ideas, drawing inspiration from artists and designers. Students will also evaluate the art, craft and design they study, and develop an appreciation of the impact it has on their own work and that of others.’



What is special about the Gell Printing Course.
This new course covers four very different techniques of gell imprinting that involve different styles of creativity and alternatives for potential development. Gell printing is accessible to all levels, and good results are achievable from the start. Gell printing is exciting and very enjoyable, it’s addictive and naturally leads to experimentation. 
This printing technique is adaptable and creates a vibrant and creative learning environment which allows you to gain new skills and techniques in a relaxed way. You will see first hand how gell printing can be incorporated into your lessons and delivered in an engaging and inspiring way. You can ask questions directly to the course leader and network with others. 



Course Developer and Leader:   SUE COOPER
Sue has over 25 years’ experience as a Textiles and Art teacher. She has taught Art and Design Textiles at GCSE and A Level with AQA, Eduqas and Pearson Edexcel. Sue Has been a Head of Dept. for much of this time for both Art and Textile Departments. 
She currently teaches part-time at St Catherines Bramley, with students achieving grades of 100%7-9 at GCSE and A*- B at A Level.
Sue is an active Textile Artist and tutor to local creative groups. She has her own studio where she creates her own pieces and develops ideas for her classes and workshops. Sue is passionate about Textiles, and always is keen to share her ideas and knowledge.



WHAT TEACHERS HAVE SAID ABOUT TSC EVENTS:
'Superb day - so inspirational! So much covered and a LOT of new skills learnt. Thanks!!' Jessie L.
'Loads of info which was GREAT. All really useful & relevant. Brilliant starting point for newish Art & Design teacher. Thank you so much.' Rebecca F.
'A great course with lots of hands-on sampling. Great idea to hold it in a school which is much more realistic than an outside venue, gives ideas on taking creative inspiration back to the classroom'.
'Fantastic day, really useful and applicable to both Art and D&T subjects. Thanks!'



COSTS & BOOKING VIA CADEMY: £ 175 / DAY
TSC give a discount for ECT/NQTs, trainee teachers and Self-funding teachers. Please contact for information.  
All of the Textile Skills Centre events are pre-booked and payable IN ADVANCE. The Textiles Skills Centre uses Cademy to automate the bookings via credit card and BACS. When you book you will receive by email a booking confirmation and access to your invoice. 
If you have any queries, please email us at: info@textileskillscentre.com, and include your phone number and/or email so that we can contact you easily.


Textiles Skills Centre

Textiles

Fashion Crafts

An inspiring practical day learning Gell printing textiles skills with textiles artist Sue Cooper.

Creative Gell Printing (GUILDFORD)

General admission

On this Introduction to monoprinting workshop with Edinburgh artist Suzanne Kemplay, you will explore ways of creating simple, striking images to print onto a range of papers.&nbsp;
This is a hands-on, spontaneous and fun workshop where you will learn the basic skills of monoprinting, one of the most versatile forms of printmaking. It produces unique and playful results, making it ideal for anyone new to printing or art.&nbsp;
Build your confidence by learning how to create your own images using simple mark-making, and different textures and techniques to make a unique image as you layer colours, create shapes and texture, adding and removing ink as you go. Once you&rsquo;ve created your monoprint you will&nbsp;take a second print revealing your ghost image.<hr fr-original-style="" style="border-color: var(--border-muted); border-style: solid; clear: both; break-after: page; user-select: none; box-sizing: border-box;">
More information&nbsp;The Arienas Collective workshops, courses and events are run from a supportive and welcoming home-based environment within a Georgian mews home in Edinburgh&rsquo;s City Centre New Town. We invite you to join us, leave any day-to-day worries behind, and immerse yourself in being creative.Spaces on our workshops and courses are limited so that our creative team of artists and makers can offer you the hands-on help and support you need to make the most of your time with us.&nbsp;All the equipment and materials you will need are included in the price, unless stated otherwise, plus light refreshments (a selection of Shibui teas, coffee, hot chocolate, and sweet or savoury snacks).&nbsp;PLEASE NOTE:&nbsp;<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Our workshop space is on the first-floor of a Georgian mews building and unfortunately we do not have lift access.&nbsp;</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">The workshop space is in our home which is&nbsp;not&nbsp;nut free. Please let us know of any skin or food allergies before booking.&nbsp;</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">We require a minimum number of bookings to ensure we can pay our creatives a fair fee, and for this reason bookings are non-refundable. Should we have to cancel, we will offer you the option to swap to an alternative date or workshop, or to request a refund.</li></ul><hr fr-original-style="" style="border-color: var(--border-muted); border-style: solid; clear: both; break-after: page; user-select: none; box-sizing: border-box;">Private workshop bookingsMost of our workshops are also available to book for small private get-togethers; themed wedding and birthday celebrations; corporate team building and well-being purposes; and as in-store retail events. For larger groups, many of our workshops can be brought to a location of your choice. <a href="mailto:lynn@thearienascollective.com" fr-original-style="" style="user-select: auto; font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: inherit;">Email Lynn</a> for more information.Age restrictionsOur workshops are planned with adults in mind. Many are suitable for teenagers, but some may require under 16s to be accompanied for insurance purposes. Please check with us before booking.

On this Introduction to monoprinting workshop with Edinburgh artist Suzanne Kemplay, you will explore ways of creating simple, striking images to print onto a range of papers. 
This is a hands-on, spontaneous and fun workshop where you will learn the basic skills of monoprinting, one of the most versatile forms of printmaking. It produces unique and playful results, making it ideal for anyone new to printing or art. 
Build your confidence by learning how to create your own images using simple mark-making, and different textures and techniques to make a unique image as you layer colours, create shapes and texture, adding and removing ink as you go. Once you’ve created your monoprint you will take a second print revealing your ghost image.



More information 
The Arienas Collective workshops, courses and events are run from a supportive and welcoming home-based environment within a Georgian mews home in Edinburgh’s City Centre New Town. We invite you to join us, leave any day-to-day worries behind, and immerse yourself in being creative.
Spaces on our workshops and courses are limited so that our creative team of artists and makers can offer you the hands-on help and support you need to make the most of your time with us. 
All the equipment and materials you will need are included in the price, unless stated otherwise, plus light refreshments (a selection of Shibui teas, coffee, hot chocolate, and sweet or savoury snacks). 
PLEASE NOTE: 
Our workshop space is on the first-floor of a Georgian mews building and unfortunately we do not have lift access.
The workshop space is in our home which is not nut free. Please let us know of any skin or food allergies before booking.
We require a minimum number of bookings to ensure we can pay our creatives a fair fee, and for this reason bookings are non-refundable. Should we have to cancel, we will offer you the option to swap to an alternative date or workshop, or to request a refund.



Private workshop bookings
Most of our workshops are also available to book for small private get-togethers; themed wedding and birthday celebrations; corporate team building and well-being purposes; and as in-store retail events. For larger groups, many of our workshops can be brought to a location of your choice. Email Lynn for more information.
Age restrictions
Our workshops are planned with adults in mind. Many are suitable for teenagers, but some may require under 16s to be accompanied for insurance purposes. Please check with us before booking.

Explore ways of creating simple, striking images to print onto an array of papers on this monoprinting workshop with Edinburgh artist Suzanne Kemplay at The Arienas Collective in Edinburgh City Centre

Introduction to monoprinting

Dartington

Number of Days:&nbsp;2 - Friday &amp; Saturday Time:&nbsp;10am - 4pm Duration:&nbsp;12hrs (including 2x 1hr lunchbreaks) Skill Level:&nbsp;No previous experience required Outcome:&nbsp;Edition of 2+ colour paper prints Price: &pound;170 <img src="https://images.cademy.co.uk/make-good-print-co/f3edae32-4fba-483f-a352-ed2db254ee66/original.jpeg" style="width: 698px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto 5px 0px; text-align: left; cursor: auto; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; position: relative; max-width: 100%; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="width: 698px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto 5px 0px; text-align: left; cursor: auto;" fr-original-class="fr-draggable"> The Rundown: During this two-day course which runs across Friday and Saturday, participants will learn the key principles of the screenprint process and develop the skills and confidence needed to produce high-quality prints independently. Day 1 begins with a short intro to the history of the screenprint process. We will delve into our own printed catalogue and our library of books to demystify the techniques and teach the foundations of this ancient printing method. Next we will guide participants through the artworking process. Working with paper cutouts, analogue mark-making and digital techniques to develop a multi-layered artwork ready for printing. After lunch attendees will learn how to coat, expose and washout their screens ready for printing the next day. Day 2 begins with an introduction to correct printing practice, including how to prep and adjust the printing press, how to tape and prep screens and finally how to correctly mix inks ready for printing. Once ready participants will print their first layer under guidance, including a chance to experiment with gradients and monoprint techniques to create their background. In the final afternoon session the finishing touches are applied. You will learn how to line-up, register and print a second layer before doing any trimming, signing and finishing of your edition ready to take home.<img src="https://images.cademy.co.uk/make-good-print-co/c42c5ad5-8198-4441-81d5-5fc9075ed179/original.jpeg" style="width: 698px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto 5px 0px; text-align: left; cursor: auto; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; position: relative; max-width: 100%; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="width: 698px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto 5px 0px; text-align: left; cursor: auto;" fr-original-class="fr-draggable"> Our Promise: Our courses embrace experimentation and play whilst teaching the foundations of the screenprinting process. Attendees will gain knowledge, confidence and always leave with their own printed artwork.<img src="https://images.cademy.co.uk/make-good-print-co/3d8404ad-e040-4c20-a7f4-0dd82247f07b/original.jpeg" style="width: 698px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto 5px 0px; text-align: left; cursor: auto; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; position: relative; max-width: 100%; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="width: 698px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto 5px 0px; text-align: left; cursor: auto;" fr-original-class="fr-draggable"> What&#39;s Included: All papers, inks, tapes and equipment are provided. Tea, coffee and light refreshments are included, lunch is not.<img src="https://images.cademy.co.uk/make-good-print-co/fbdcb40f-ce43-4812-bf08-dad51307f6ac/original.jpeg" style="width: 698px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto 5px 0px; text-align: left; cursor: auto; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; position: relative; max-width: 100%; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="width: 698px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto 5px 0px; text-align: left; cursor: auto;" fr-original-class="fr-draggable"> The Studio: Workshops are run out of our dedicated screenprinting studio in the heart of Dartington, nr. Totnes. The spacious workspace houses specialist equipment including 3x vacuum tables for printing papers, a 4-colour carousel for printing garments and a 5-meter yardage table for fabric lengths. Our separate screen-room houses our large-format UV exposure unit and washout facilities.<img src="https://images.cademy.co.uk/make-good-print-co/734e9bc8-0715-471a-a091-4091d962da07/original.jpeg" style="width: 698px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto 5px 0px; text-align: left; cursor: auto; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; position: relative; max-width: 100%; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="width: 698px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto 5px 0px; text-align: left; cursor: auto;" fr-original-class="fr-draggable"> Health &amp; Safety: We print using water-based inks so attendees will not come into contact with any harmful nasties. By nature screenprinting can get messy so we advice attendees wear clothes they&#39;re not too precious over. The workshops are active and physical, be prepared to be busy! We are located on the groundfloor, as are our toilets. Wheelchair access is not a problem*.*wheelchair access to the print studios and standard toilets only, we regret there are no disabled toilets on-site.

Number of Days: 2 - Friday & SaturdayTime: 10am - 4pmDuration: 12hrs (including 2x 1hr lunchbreaks)Skill Level: No previous experience requiredOutcome: Edition of 2+ colour paper printsPrice: £170

The Rundown:
During this two-day course which runs across Friday and Saturday, participants will learn the key principles of the screenprint process and develop the skills and confidence needed to produce high-quality prints independently. Day 1 begins with a short intro to the history of the screenprint process. We will delve into our own printed catalogue and our library of books to demystify the techniques and teach the foundations of this ancient printing method. Next we will guide participants through the artworking process. Working with paper cutouts, analogue mark-making and digital techniques to develop a multi-layered artwork ready for printing. After lunch attendees will learn how to coat, expose and washout their screens ready for printing the next day. Day 2 begins with an introduction to correct printing practice, including how to prep and adjust the printing press, how to tape and prep screens and finally how to correctly mix inks ready for printing. Once ready participants will print their first layer under guidance, including a chance to experiment with gradients and monoprint techniques to create their background. In the final afternoon session the finishing touches are applied. You will learn how to line-up, register and print a second layer before doing any trimming, signing and finishing of your edition ready to take home.

Our Promise:
Our courses embrace experimentation and play whilst teaching the foundations of the screenprinting process. Attendees will gain knowledge, confidence and always leave with their own printed artwork.

What's Included:
All papers, inks, tapes and equipment are provided.
Tea, coffee and light refreshments are included, lunch is not.

The Studio:
Workshops are run out of our dedicated screenprinting studio in the heart of Dartington, nr. Totnes. The spacious workspace houses specialist equipment including 3x vacuum tables for printing papers, a 4-colour carousel for printing garments and a 5-meter yardage table for fabric lengths. Our separate screen-room houses our large-format UV exposure unit and washout facilities.

Health & Safety:
We print using water-based inks so attendees will not come into contact with any harmful nasties. By nature screenprinting can get messy so we advice attendees wear clothes they're not too precious over. The workshops are active and physical, be prepared to be busy! We are located on the groundfloor, as are our toilets. Wheelchair access is not a problem*.
*wheelchair access to the print studios and standard toilets only, we regret there are no disabled toilets on-site.

Make Good Print Co.

Print & printmaking

Illustration

Printmaking & Design

Creative Design

Paper Craft

Graphic Design & Illustration

Pen & Ink

Print

This 2-day workshop will help participants develop the skills and confidence to advance their screen-printing experience.

Screenprinting Explored, 2 day Workshop




ONLINE COURSE 
FEES: FULL COURSE £55 (+ Cademy Fees)
NB This course is available to anyone at any time. 



Join Textile Artist NICOLA PERREN for a Creative Exploration of Drawing for Textiles
No need to be a confident drawer—just bring your curiosity for art, textiles, and creative expression!
This inspiring course uses drawing as a playful, hands-on process, blending traditional materials with textile techniques to spark experimentation and design thinking. You’ll explore DIY tools, unconventional materials, and reflect on how drawing can be a powerful, personal tool in your creative practice.



WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR:
This course is suitable for anyone, from those new to textiles, through to experienced makers who want to explore or refresh ways of thinking. You may be a teacher or lecturer looking to recharge your creative batteries, a student who wants to further your current knowledge, or maybe outside of formal education and fancy trying something outside of your usual remit.



WHAT TO EXPECT:
This approach to creativity focuses on a playful and ‘what if’ method of developing ideas for future designs or art directions through drawing. Mark-making, form creation, repetition and colour trials will be used as a basis to explore drawing through patchwork, weaving and hand stitched quilting. While you may choose to develop ideas onto ‘finished’ artefacts, drawings or designs, the series focuses on ideas generation as a part of the whole creative process.
We spend so much time thinking through ideas to completion, often before we even put pen to paper. What might happen if we think through such things while actually engaging in making, playfulness and ‘just doing stuff’ so, that we build an engaging and rich resource of research? Drawing can also be a challenge that brings anxiety, but a free approach to what might constitute drawing can often release those super exciting but unexpected ideas – that frequently never surface when we are rigid in our thinking.

 



WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
While we may have a host of glorious materials and tools available to us, this course will focus on using more every day and accessible materials with extensions suggested as to how ideas may evolve with a broader range of medium etc. In terms of fabrics and threads, it can be with scraps that you have available, old items of clothing or cloth and yarn that has been bought specifically for this.
Key items may include the following: (detailed list will be supplied once you sign up)
General drawing materials: 
Pencils
Pens
Paints and/or inks
Pastels
Tapes
Glue
Tools: 
Scissors
Brushes
Sewing needles [various sizes]
Palette
Water pot
Grounds: 
Loose papers – various from scraps to cartridge paper
Sketchbook for recording
Documenting and working in
Fabrics [scraps + 1/2m plain fabric]
Light weight card.
Other: 
Tapestry frame / old picture frame or piece of thick card
Various yarns and other yarn type materials such as cloth strips
Old plastic bags etc.
Sewing threads.
Good additional options: 
Scalpel,
cutting mat,
ruler,
fabric glue stick [I like the Sewline one]

 



PROGRAMME:
Once you have signed up to the full course, you will have access to a full materials list and a video to help you prepare before you join a session, this will include information about colour and potential subject choices which you can take as a starting point or, ignore and focus on a subject / colour story of your own choosing.

PRE-COURSE MATERIALS:

A] Confined drawing video. 
B] Pre-session planning. This video should be watched before you start the course to help you prepare and gather the things you will need. 

SERIES PROGRAMME:
Session 1] Mark-Making & Colour Thinking.
Session 2] Repetition of Form; but not repeats.
Session 3] Forms through Patchwork; DIY EPP.
Session 4] Tapestry as Textural Play.
Session 5] Quilting as Line & Surface Exploration.
 



LEARNING OUTCOMES:
Each session will have a core focus that can be explored in isolation or as part of an overall series of activities. 
Understand a creative, action-based approach to research and ideas suitable for further development [for a design or, arts-based direction].
Develop confidence and enhance your skills in drawing as a tool for textiles.
Explore the pairing of both traditional and experimental approaches in a creative textile orientated practice.

Drawing

Stitch

Weaving

Designer

Quilting & Patchwork

A Level Art & Design

5 Week course using drawing as a process to play with both traditional materials and textile processes, to develop playfulness and experimentation as a tool for design and art directions.

Drawing for Textiles: 1 

London

Perfect for friends catch up, date night, hen or birthday celebration! Have your own canvas and pizza or share one with your friend or partner.<div style="color: rgb(40, 40, 60); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(40, 40, 60);"> </div><div style="color: rgb(40, 40, 60); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(40, 40, 60);">Hackney Wick</div><div style="color: rgb(40, 40, 60); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(40, 40, 60);">from &pound;43.2 pp</div><div style="color: rgb(40, 40, 60); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(40, 40, 60);">3hrs</div><div style="color: rgb(40, 40, 60); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(40, 40, 60);"> </div><div style="color: rgb(40, 40, 60); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(40, 40, 60);">Next available date:20th July 2023</div><div style="color: rgb(40, 40, 60); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(40, 40, 60);"> </div><div style="color: rgb(40, 40, 60); box-sizing: border-box;" id="isPasted" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(40, 40, 60);"><div style="color: var(--colors-ebonyClay); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: var(--colors-ebonyClay);"> </div><div style="color: rgb(40, 40, 60); box-sizing: border-box;" id="isPasted" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(40, 40, 60);"><div style="color: var(--colors-ebonyClay); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: var(--colors-ebonyClay);">WHAT HAPPENS IN THIS CLASS?</div></div><div style="color: rgb(40, 40, 60); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(40, 40, 60);">Perfect for friends catch up, date night, hen or birthday celebration! Have your own canvas and pizza or share one with your friend or partner.You will be able to choose from a 45x60 cm canvas board or upgrade to a deep edge stretched canvas and Anna will provide you with all her tools,paints and aprons, teach you how to mix the palette of your choice and give you a short intro into her Abstract Mark Making Techiques! All you need to bring is you and your friends or date, however you will have loads of fun even if you join on your own!Book your birthday&nbsp;in the same booking for 5 or more people with Individuali deep edge canvases&nbsp;and receive a round of complimentary limonchello shots &amp; a special birthday tiramisu with a candle (don&#39;t worry we won&#39;t put the number on😉) to celebrate the special day! Would you like the space just for you or eyeing up this workshop for a hen celebration ?Book this session in private from 5 people and let us know at the checkout what you are celebrating. Email us for bottomless prosecco options with nibbles! Hen party packages are available upon request with personalised pink prosecco glasses &amp; aprons to keep, arty activities, live DJ &amp; karaoke. We can also craft the perfect afternoon event for any other occasion.Email anna@annakosa.com with your ideas and we make your dream arty event happen.Please Note&nbsp;-You can book a bundle to attend multiple sessions cheaper. Bundle bookings are for 1 person only. If you would like to join with a friend please make Individual Bundle Bookings.Budle Booking prices per sessions: include all materials, a large 45x61cm deep edge stretched canvas to keep, marinara /margerita pizza and a house pint for each sessions-You are also to book a 1-1 private teaching appointment in 1,2 or 3 hrs increments.Appointment prices per session: include all materials, a large 45x61cm deep edge stretched canvas to keep, marinara /margerita pizza and a house pint for each sessions-Private group bookings include a VIP ticket for 1 / pp.VIP tickets for one include all materials, one large 45x60cm deep edge stretched, a marinara /margerita pizza and a house pint for each personPlease email anna@annakosa.com with any queries and questions!<div style="color: var(--colors-ebonyClay); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: var(--colors-ebonyClay);"> </div><div style="color: var(--colors-ebonyClay); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: var(--colors-ebonyClay);">THINGS TO REMEMBER</div>Please arrive 15 minutes ahead of the starting time of the event/your appointment to find your spot and order your food and drinks!Please wear something comfortable that you don&#39;t mind if paint spills on. We do provide aprons, wet wipes and tissues, but accidents happen!</div></div><div style="color: rgb(40, 40, 60); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(40, 40, 60);"> </div>

Perfect for friends catch up, date night, hen or birthday celebration! Have your own canvas and pizza or share one with your friend or partner.Hackney Wickfrom £43.2 pp3hrsNext available date:20th July 2023
WHAT HAPPENS IN THIS CLASS?
Perfect for friends catch up, date night, hen or birthday celebration! Have your own canvas and pizza or share one with your friend or partner.
You will be able to choose from a 45x60 cm canvas board or upgrade to a deep edge stretched canvas and Anna will provide you with all her tools,paints and aprons, teach you how to mix the palette of your choice and give you a short intro into her Abstract Mark Making Techiques! All you need to bring is you and your friends or date, however you will have loads of fun even if you join on your own!
Book your birthday in the same booking for 5 or more people with Individuali deep edge canvases and receive a round of complimentary limonchello shots & a special birthday tiramisu with a candle (don't worry we won't put the number on😉) to celebrate the special day! Would you like the space just for you or eyeing up this workshop for a hen celebration ?
Book this session in private from 5 people and let us know at the checkout what you are celebrating. Email us for bottomless prosecco options with nibbles! Hen party packages are available upon request with personalised pink prosecco glasses & aprons to keep, arty activities, live DJ & karaoke. We can also craft the perfect afternoon event for any other occasion.
Email anna@annakosa.com with your ideas and we make your dream arty event happen.
Please Note -You can book a bundle to attend multiple sessions cheaper. Bundle bookings are for 1 person only. If you would like to join with a friend please make Individual Bundle Bookings.
Budle Booking prices per sessions: include all materials, a large 45x61cm deep edge stretched canvas to keep, marinara /margerita pizza and a house pint for each sessions
-You are also to book a 1-1 private teaching appointment in 1,2 or 3 hrs increments.
Appointment prices per session: include all materials, a large 45x61cm deep edge stretched canvas to keep, marinara /margerita pizza and a house pint for each sessions
-Private group bookings include a VIP ticket for 1 / pp.
VIP tickets for one include all materials, one large 45x60cm deep edge stretched, a marinara /margerita pizza and a house pint for each person
Please email anna@annakosa.com with any queries and questions!
THINGS TO REMEMBER
Please arrive 15 minutes ahead of the starting time of the event/your appointment to find your spot and order your food and drinks!
Please wear something comfortable that you don't mind if paint spills on. We do provide aprons, wet wipes and tissues, but accidents happen!

Anna Kosa

Perfect for friends catch up, date night, hen or birthday celebration! Have your own canvas and pizza or share one with your friend or partner.


CREATE ABSTRACT ART ON A LARGE CANVAS ALONGSIDE A PROFESSIONAL ABSTRACT EXPRESSIONI­ST ARTIST WHILE ENJOYING AUTHENTIC ITALIAN PIZZA & A PINT !

3hrs class

Private Booking

By Appointment

Lutterworth 

Venue: LUTTERWORTH COLLEGE,  Bitteswell RD., Lutterworth, Leicestershire LE17 4EW
Date:  Saturday 29th MARCH 2025
Time: 9.30 - 15.30
*ALERT: ECT/NQT's, TRAINEE TEACHERS, TECHNICIANS & THOSE SELF-FUNDING*
There are discounts for this course if you qualify. Please contact dawn@textileskillscentre.com for more information.



An Exciting Practical Face-To-Face Textiles Skills Course, 
for Teachers of GCSE & A Level Textiles, for both Art & Design and D&T.



Review:  ‘Put simply, this is the best course I’ve ever been on.
Excellent pace and delivery with resources sent afterwards as well. We learnt so many techniques and then practised them for ourselves too! We also learnt how our students could develop them further. We did so many samples of each of the techniques with a variety of materials and processes. Viewing exemplar sketchbooks at the end was a great way to conclude the day.
I’ve come home, buzzing with excitement, feeling inspired and well prepared for the next academic year. I would highly recommend! Great course, delivered by a lovely team! Thank you so much!’ Alice Munro – June 24, 2023



This is a totally practical day doing a large variety of Surface Textile Techniques. This course is aimed at Textile and Art teachers who are either new to teaching GCSE/A Level Art & Design or those who want to add to their resources by spending a whole day developing exciting new ideas for surface techniques linked to a large variety of relevant artists and designers. 
Learn and practice new and exciting skills that will enhance your teaching
Develop learning from KS3, creating independent, confident and enthusiastic learners at KS4/5.
Practice and discuss techniques including: Heat press transfer printing, screen printing, mono printing, crashing, shirring, heat shibori, PVA, ruffles, marbling, free hand embroidery, using a heat gun and more.
Mark making for textile design
Computer Aided design.





What to expect on the day:
Learn, practice and create a range of new and exciting techniques related to relevant artists and designers
How to link a variety of techniques to artists through creative practical workshops
Looking at both historical and contemporary textile artists, fine artists and fashion designers
Understand how to develop knowledge of artists from KS3 onwards, creating independent, confident and enthusiastic learners at KS4/5.
Innovative ways in which students can explore, investigate and express ideas through mark making related to their primary sources and relating the right primary source to their artists.
Techniques and processes across all areas of study incl. constructed, printed, digital and fashion.
Links to refined ideas and final outcomes
Looking at easily achievable themes.
We will also look at artists annotation/evaluation
Innovative use of the heat press.
Links to KS4 Art & design Specifications: 
‘Students will be able to contextualise their research and ideas, drawing inspiration from artists and designers. Students will also evaluate the art, craft and design they study, and develop an appreciation of the impact it has on their own work and that of others.’





What you take back to school:
Great, achievable ideas to enhance your teaching
Develop best practices in teaching and learning and be able to use these to create a dynamic course that is fast paced and engaging.
An awareness of available resources to support/expand your existing practice.
Make secure decisions and save time with gained knowledge and experience.
Plan the future with confidence.
Continued professional development.



What is special about the Surface Textile Techniques Course?
The Surface Textile Techniques face-to-face course is an experience that delivers textiles skills, knowledge and understanding. It is a great learning environment which allows you to gain new skills and techniques, showing how these can be incorporated in lesson plans and delivered in a fun, inspiring and engaging way. You can ask questions direct to the course developer/leader, practice skills, create a sketchbook resource for the classroom and network with other teachers.



Course Developer and Leader: NICKY SIMPSON

NICKY SIMPSON 
Your course leader is NICKY SIMPSON, a contemporary textiles artist, who has 12 years teaching experience, heading up Fashion & Textiles at a school in Kent. She has taught Art & Design Textiles at GCSE and A Level, Design and Technology/Textiles at GCSE & A Level and BTEC Level 3 Fashion. 
Her last set of grades were: A Level 100% A-A*; GCSE 70% A-A* (100% A*-B). She had a previous 22-year career as a print designer and colourist, creating print ranges for the international market. For the past 8 years Nicky has been a workshop developer and leader for the online and F2F courses for Textile and Art teachers on behalf of the Textile Skills Centre, including pattern development. Nicky has mentored many graduate trainees, and now mentors many fellow teachers through the TSC mentorship programme.

Moderator’s comments:
“Textile candidates’ personal portfolios were brimming with ideas, experiments and references to textile and fashion designers as well as fine artists. Overall, the submission was exceptional in the engagement and industry and imaginative use of materials.’ 
'In Textiles, the standard of the work was outstanding…The course structure was strong. Finished pieces were often exciting and innovative. The individuality of the candidates was clearly seen in the diversity of colours, styles and techniques carefully annotated in work books and then displayed in the final outcomes.”
“The course gave candidates a very strong framework on which to build a response to the theme. Ideas were developed showing depth and thought so that the work of the highest achieving candidates was original, creative and in-depth.” 


What other teachers have said about Nicky's workshops:
'Having been to one of Nicky's workshops, I used one of her lessons and received an 'Outstanding' observation.'
'Superb day - so inspirational! So much covered and a LOT of new skills learnt. Thanks!!'
'Loads of info which was GREAT. All really useful & relevant. Brilliant starting point for newish Art & Design teacher. Thank you so much.'
'Fabulous presenter. Gave loads + loads of information and ideas. I feel really inspired! Loved the practical samples we did. Would highly recommend!
'A great course with lots of hands-on sampling. Great idea to hold it in a school which is much more realistic than an outside venue, gives ideas on taking creative inspiration back to the classroom'.
'Fantastic day, really useful and applicable to both Art and D&T subjects. Thanks!'



COSTS & BOOKING VIA CADEMY: £ 215 / DAY (+ Cademy fees)
All of the Textile Skills Centre events are ticket only and payable IN ADVANCE. The Textiles Skills Centre uses Cademy to automate the bookings via credit card and cheque/BACS. When you book you will receive by email a booking confirmation only. If you book by selecting 'Pay By Cheque/Invoice' you will receive an automated invoice to pay against. If you need further assistance with payment then please contact us by email or phone.
Further information will be sent to the 'booker' and the 'guest' attendee nearer to the time of the event.
It is VERY important that the person who books the course supplies your full name and PERSONAL EMAIL, so that we are able to send you joining instructions and further details. If we only receive the ‘bookers’ email address, we have found that this delays information getting to you, or information is not passed on. 
If you have any queries, please email us at: info@textileskillscentre.com, and include your phone number and/or email so that we can contact you easily.



*ALERT: ECT/NQT's, TRAINEE TEACHERS, TECHNICIANS & THOSE SELF-FUNDING*
There are discounts for this course if you qualify. Please contact dawn@textileskillscentre.com for more information.

Art Teacher

Design & Technology Courses (DT)

Teacher Training

A fun and inspiring workshop learning a huge variety of surface textiles techniques, for anyone and especially great for teachers of GCSE & A Level Textiles, both Art & Design and D&T.

Surface Textiles Skills (LUTTERWORTH)

Number of Days:&nbsp;1 Time:&nbsp;10am - 4pm Duration:&nbsp;6hrs (including 1hr lunchbreak) Skill Level:&nbsp;No previous experience required Outcome:&nbsp;Edition of 1-colour paper prints Price: &pound;90 <img src="https://images.cademy.co.uk/make-good-print-co/f3edae32-4fba-483f-a352-ed2db254ee66/original.jpeg" style="width: 698px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto 5px 0px; text-align: left; cursor: auto; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; position: relative; max-width: 100%; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="width: 698px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto 5px 0px; text-align: left; cursor: auto;" fr-original-class="fr-draggable"> The Rundown: During this one-day introductory course participants will learn the key principles of the screenprint process and be guided through the production of their very own printed artwork.The day begins with a short intro to the history of the screenprint process. We will delve into our own printed catalogue and our library of books to demystify the techniques and teach the foundations of this ancient printing method.Next participants will be guided through the artworking process. Working with paper cutouts, analogue mark-making and digital techniques to produce a personal artwork ready for printing.After lunch participants will be introduced to screen imaging and print preparation. Attendees will discover how to prep, coat, expose and washout their screen as well as how to prep and adjust the printing press and mix ink ready for production.Finally attendees will pull their very own edition of prints before doing any trimming, signing and finishing of their edition ready to take home ready to take home.<img src="https://images.cademy.co.uk/make-good-print-co/c42c5ad5-8198-4441-81d5-5fc9075ed179/original.jpeg" style="width: 698px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto 5px 0px; text-align: left; cursor: auto; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; position: relative; max-width: 100%; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="width: 698px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto 5px 0px; text-align: left; cursor: auto;" fr-original-class="fr-draggable"> Our Promise: Our courses embrace experimentation and play whilst teaching the foundations of the screenprinting process. Attendees will gain knowledge, confidence and always leave with their own printed artwork.<img src="https://images.cademy.co.uk/make-good-print-co/3d8404ad-e040-4c20-a7f4-0dd82247f07b/original.jpeg" style="width: 698px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto 5px 0px; text-align: left; cursor: auto; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; position: relative; max-width: 100%; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="width: 698px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto 5px 0px; text-align: left; cursor: auto;" fr-original-class="fr-draggable"> What&#39;s Included: All papers, inks, tapes and equipment are provided. Tea, coffee and light refreshments are included, lunch is not.<img src="https://images.cademy.co.uk/make-good-print-co/fbdcb40f-ce43-4812-bf08-dad51307f6ac/original.jpeg" style="width: 698px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto 5px 0px; text-align: left; cursor: auto; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; position: relative; max-width: 100%; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="width: 698px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto 5px 0px; text-align: left; cursor: auto;" fr-original-class="fr-draggable"> The Studio: Workshops are run out of our dedicated screenprinting studio in the heart of Dartington, nr. Totnes. The spacious workspace houses specialist equipment including 3x vacuum tables for printing papers, a 4-colour carousel for printing garments and a 5-meter yardage table for fabric lengths. Our separate screen-room houses our large-format UV exposure unit and washout facilities.<img src="https://images.cademy.co.uk/make-good-print-co/734e9bc8-0715-471a-a091-4091d962da07/original.jpeg" style="width: 698px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto 5px 0px; text-align: left; cursor: auto; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; position: relative; max-width: 100%; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="width: 698px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto 5px 0px; text-align: left; cursor: auto;" fr-original-class="fr-draggable"> Health &amp; Safety: We print using water-based inks so attendees will not come into contact with any harmful nasties. By nature screenprinting can get messy so we advice attendees wear clothes they&#39;re not too precious over. The workshops are active and physical, be prepared to be busy! We are located on the groundfloor, as are our toilets. Wheelchair access is not a problem*.*wheelchair access to the print studios and standard toilets only, we regret there are no disabled toilets on-site.

Number of Days: 1
Time: 10am - 4pm
Duration: 6hrs (including 1hr lunchbreak)
Skill Level: No previous experience required
Outcome: Edition of 1-colour paper prints
Price: £90

The Rundown:
During this one-day introductory course participants will learn the key principles of the screenprint process and be guided through the production of their very own printed artwork.
The day begins with a short intro to the history of the screenprint process. We will delve into our own printed catalogue and our library of books to demystify the techniques and teach the foundations of this ancient printing method.
Next participants will be guided through the artworking process. Working with paper cutouts, analogue mark-making and digital techniques to produce a personal artwork ready for printing.
After lunch participants will be introduced to screen imaging and print preparation. Attendees will discover how to prep, coat, expose and washout their screen as well as how to prep and adjust the printing press and mix ink ready for production.
Finally attendees will pull their very own edition of prints before doing any trimming, signing and finishing of their edition ready to take home ready to take home.

Our Promise:
Our courses embrace experimentation and play whilst teaching the foundations of the screenprinting process. Attendees will gain knowledge, confidence and always leave with their own printed artwork.

What's Included:
All papers, inks, tapes and equipment are provided.
Tea, coffee and light refreshments are included, lunch is not.

The Studio:
Workshops are run out of our dedicated screenprinting studio in the heart of Dartington, nr. Totnes. The spacious workspace houses specialist equipment including 3x vacuum tables for printing papers, a 4-colour carousel for printing garments and a 5-meter yardage table for fabric lengths. Our separate screen-room houses our large-format UV exposure unit and washout facilities.

Health & Safety:
We print using water-based inks so attendees will not come into contact with any harmful nasties. By nature screenprinting can get messy so we advice attendees wear clothes they're not too precious over. The workshops are active and physical, be prepared to be busy! We are located on the groundfloor, as are our toilets. Wheelchair access is not a problem*.
*wheelchair access to the print studios and standard toilets only, we regret there are no disabled toilets on-site.

Graphic Design

Paper Cutting

This 1-day course is a perfect introduction to screenprinting - participants learn the key principles whilst producing their very own work.

Introduction to Screenprinting

If you have ever wanted to explore sketchbook journalling, this exclusive new workshop with the Edinburgh Sketcher is the perfect place to start.
On this 3.5 hour workshop, artist Mark Kirkham - known locally as the Edinburgh Sketcher - will show you how to capture what you see quickly and lift your sketches off the page using a little watercolour, and share why sketchbook journalling has become such an important part of his day-to-day life.
You will explore how words can be used as decoration, and add depth to your drawing. 
Sketching items from still life, you will learn how to choose what to include; and how to link your sketches together using colour and composition. 
Starting with a new sketchbook, Mark will help you overcome any fears you have of facing the blank page, and build your confidence with mark making. 
Using the tips and techniques you learn on the day, you will leave ready to continue your sketchbook journalling at home.
This workshop will be held indoors in our welcoming and supportive environment in Edinburgh's City Centre New Town.
The price includes locally-sourced Shibui teas and Mr Eion coffee, a wee snack, and all the materials you need to get started.
You will take home the lovely sketchbook journal you start on the day, and we hope it will inspire you to make sketchbook journalling a regular feature of your creative life.
Earth conscious credentials
We are mindful of the effect we have on the environment, and do our best to minimise our impact.
You will take the lovely products you have created home with you on the day, and workshop correspondence and notes are sent to you electronically.
Favourite feedback
We love to hear what you think about our workshops. Here's a favourite 5-star review for Sketchbook Journalling:
I attended a journaling workshop given by Mark aka The Edinburgh Sketcher held at The Arienas Collective Workshop Hub.
Mark’s unique take on documenting life as he sees it in the format of a sketchbook journal is both intriguing and inspirational.
In the course of the workshop, Mark’s generosity of character and a willingness to share with us his own story combined with practical tips and techniques, inspired us all to begin our own sketchbook journal. This has been one of the most worth while things I have done in the last few years! I would highly recommend this workshop to anyone. (Jonny Higgs)



More information 
The Arienas Collective workshops, courses and events are run from a welcoming and supportive environment within a Georgian mews home in Edinburgh’s City Centre New Town. We invite you to join us, leave any day-to-day worries behind and immerse yourself in being creative.
Spaces on our workshops and courses are limited so that our creative team of artists and makers can offer you the hands-on help and support you need to make the most of your time with us. 
Our taster and introductory workshops focus on teaching creative skills and methods you can continue practising at home, using affordable materials and equipment. Where more expensive equipment is required we will mention this in the workshop description.
All the equipment and materials you need are included in the price, unless stated otherwise. 
Light refreshments from local suppliers are provided. On full day workshops you are welcome to bring your own lunch to eat inside or out. There is also a wide range of independent sit-in or takeaway delis, cafés, and restaurants, plus a range of supermarkets all within a 5-10 minute walk.
Accessibility
The workshop space is on the first-floor of our Georgian mews home and unfortunately we do not have lift access. Blue badge holders can park outside our front door on the single yellow line by arrangement.
Allergies
The workshop space is in our open plan living space and is not nut free. Please let us know about any skin or food allergies before booking. We offer a dairy-free milk and gluten free snack alternative.
Minimum number no refund policy
To ensure we can always pay our creatives a fair fee, we require a minimum number of bookings for each workshop and for this reason bookings are non-refundable. Should we have to cancel due to low numbers, we will offer you the option to swap to an alternative date or workshop, or to request a refund.
We do our very best to avoid cancellations. Since we often get late bookings, we keep our workshops on sale for as long as possible. We realise that some of you travel from afar, so if you book a space and have not yet received an email confirming your workshop is going ahead and need to make plans for your trip, please get in touch before booking any travel or accommodation so we can update you on booking numbers. Or check in before booking.
Private workshop bookings
Most of our workshops are also available to book for: private get-togethers with family and friends; themed wedding and birthday celebrations; corporate team building and well-being purposes; and in-store retail events for your customers. If you’d like to know more please Email Lynn.
Age restrictions
Our workshops are planned with adults in mind. Many are suitable for teenagers, but some may require under 16s to be accompanied for insurance purposes. Please check with us before booking.

Learn how to create a sketchbook journal with the Edinburgh Sketcher at The Arienas Collective

Sketchbook journalling with the Edinburgh Sketcher

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Live via Zoom. Fortnightly - 3/17/31 Oct, 14/28 Nov, 12 Dec - 6-8pm UK time (plus an optional sharing session on 9 Jan)Join artist Julie Galante for this brand new course designed to nurture your creative practice. Together we&rsquo;ll explore ways to &nbsp;create work that reflects your individual interests, passion, and point of view, no matter your experience level. The course content is delivered over seven live Zoom sessions, in a small, welcoming group with plenty of opportunities for interaction. Additionally, there will be optional (but highly recommended) assignments to complete in between the live sessions - assignments designed to get you stuck in to your creative practice in new and interesting ways.During each live session, there will be a demonstration focusing on a particular aspect of visual art - this will include various materials, subjects, and considerations such as composition, theme, mark-making, layering, and so on. We will also have a look at everyone&rsquo;s recent creations, with celebration of the triumphs and suggestions for moving forward with work-in-progress. Together we&rsquo;ll explore techniques including drawing, painting, mixed-media, paper craft, and collage, but you don&rsquo;t have to work exclusively in these media to take part - all creative disciplines are welcome.Each participant will be encouraged to deepen their explorations in whatever direction interests them most - be it a series of written reflections, sketches, collages, photographs, mixed-media pieces, or a unique, personal combination of all these.There will be an optional online discussion group for participants to stay connected and share their creations with each other between sessions. There will also be discounts available for other workshops and one-to-one mentoring.&nbsp;

Live via Zoom. Fortnightly - 1/15/29 Oct, 12/26 Nov, 10 Dec - 6-8pm UK time 
Join artist Julie Galante for this course designed to nurture your creative practice. Together we’ll explore ways to create work that reflects your individual interests, passion, and point of view, no matter your experience level. The course content is delivered over six live Zoom sessions, in a small, welcoming group with plenty of opportunities for interaction. Additionally, there will be optional (but highly recommended) assignments to complete in between the live sessions - assignments designed to get you stuck in to your creative practice in new and interesting ways.
During each live session, there will be a demonstration focusing on a particular aspect of visual art - this will include various materials, subjects, and considerations such as composition, theme, mark-making, layering, and so on. We will also have a look at everyone’s recent creations, with celebration of the triumphs and suggestions for moving forward with work-in-progress. Together we’ll explore techniques including drawing, painting, mixed-media, and collage, but you don’t have to work exclusively in these media to take part - all creative disciplines are welcome.
Each participant will be encouraged to deepen their explorations in whatever direction interests them most - be it a series of drawings, written reflections, sketches, collages, photographs, mixed-media pieces, or a unique, personal combination of all these.
There will be an optional Facebook group for participants to stay connected and share their creations with each other between sessions. There will also be discounts available for other workshops and one-to-one mentoring. 

Airtily

Creative Practice

MARK MAKING FOR TEXTILES+ NICKY SIMPSONONLINE ON-DEMANDFEES:&nbsp; FULL COURSE &pound;35

MARK MAKING FOR TEXTILES 
(ONLINE ON-DEMAND COURSE)
WHAT THE COURSE IS ABOUT:
This is a comprehensive course on mark making for Textiles developed by textile artist NICKY SIMPSON. This course works through a series of themes, and links the mark making techniques to these themes as well as how to create and use primary. 
There are several video tutorials for each theme as well as step-by-step guides, exemplar student sketchbooks and artists that aid in the mark making process. Nicky’s aim is show how easily accessible mark making can be for every level of student and how it can be delivered in a fun and engaging way, creating independent learners.




WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR:
This course is aimed at anyone interested in learning a large variety of exciting and fun textile mark making skills. These are methods that can be easily accessed by all students.
Especially useful for Textile and Art teachers and trainers who are either new to teaching GCSE/A Level Art & Design, or those who want to refresh their knowledge and add to their resources.



*NB We offer a discount for ECT/Trainee Teachers and technicians - Please contact for more information.




WHAT TO EXPECT:
This comprehensive course covers a large variety of mark making techniques for textiles, which you can practice at home or in school/studio, working in your own time, at your own pace. There are video tutorials, downloadable guides, artists, primary, student exemplars and other resources to support you through each theme.
The course is divided into themes with video tutorials for each:
Introduction - Mark making in the Art Textiles GCSE
Structures Theme
Objects Theme
Aquatic Theme
Flora Theme
Decay Theme







YOUR COURSE DEVELOPER: 
This course has been developed by NICKY SIMPSON who has developed many face-to-face and online courses, as well as delivering TSC workshops in schools.

NICKY SIMPSON  BA(Hons) Textiles Design: Specialising in print.

Nicky is a contemporary textiles artist, who has 12 years teaching experience, heading up Fashion & Textiles at a School in Kent. She has taught many different specifications from Art & Design Textiles at GCSE and A Level, Design and Technology at GCSE and A Level and BTEC Level 3 Fashion. Her last set of grades were: A Level 100% A-A*; GCSE 70% A-A* (100% A*-B). She has also taught Graphics, Food and Art at KS3.
Nicky previously enjoyed a successful career as a senior director of a fashion print agency in the heart of London. She designed original prints as well as creating and selling seasonal fashion print collections for the international market. 
Since 2016 Nicky has been a textile consultant, focusing on developing and leading the delivery of both online and face-to-face workshops for the Textile Skills Centre, including pattern development. Nicky has mentored many graduate trainees and is a volunteer mentor through the TSC mentorship programme.
She has delivered workshops at the Festival of Quilts, Knitting & Stitching show, The Stitch Festival and National trust. Nicky volunteers as an art therapist in her spare time. Her own work is creating arts and craft mostly with a heat press, featuring both machine and hand embroidery. Much of her work incorporates the flora found naturally in our beautiful English countryside. 

What other teachers have said about Nicky's workshops:
‘I have taken part in the Textile Skills Centre courses ran by Nicky. They have been instrumental in the design of my course, the resources that are provided along with the course enabled me to create a high-quality scheme of work for my KS4 curriculum and since starting with this course textiles has been the highest performing subject in our academy for 5 years running, without the inspirational, hands on courses and practical resources I’m not sure I would have achieved this.’
‘The creativity of the outcomes in year 11 is massively down to the courses I have done with Textile Skills centre, I would say the courses have had a huge outcome on the standard and creativity of my Year 11's work and already I can see even bigger improvements with Year 10 - they are going to be an amazing year group!’



Other Online Courses:
Have a look at our online ‘Surface Textile Skills’ Course
If you want to take your mark making forward into the development of techniques, this is the perfect course.
https://www.textilesskillscentre.com/online-courses-for-teachers/?cadpath=textiles-skills-centre%2Fsurface-textiles-online




The following short course shows you how to take the photos of your samples, and create Computer Aided Designs as repeat patterns, as seen throughout this course, including fashion illustration and lots more! All tutorials can be used in your lessons at school!
‘Creating Repeat Patterns For Print’
Online Courses (For Teachers) - Textiles Skills Centre





The following short course is essential to learn how to do free hand machine embroidery.
Introduction To Free Hand Machine Embroidery
Online Courses (For Teachers) - Textiles Skills Centre



Mark Making

Hand Drawing

A short course aimed at anyone interested in learning a variety of exciting and fun textile mark making skills. 

Mark Making For Textiles (Online On-Demand)

<hr fr-original-style="" style="border-color: var(--border-muted); border-style: solid; clear: both; break-after: page; -webkit-user-select: none; box-sizing: border-box;">TEA &#39;N CHAT - &nbsp;Introducing AI in Textiles Education&nbsp;A FUN AND FASCINATING ONLINE LIVE SESSION WITH ROY BALLAM<div style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">19 MARCH 2024TIME: &nbsp;7-8pm&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;FREE EVENT<hr fr-original-style="" style="border-color: var(--border-muted); border-style: solid; clear: both; break-after: page; -webkit-user-select: none; box-sizing: border-box;">Artificial Intelligence is already here and being used in businesses and in schools. Become an AI expert and transform the way you and your colleagues can change the way you work.&nbsp;Get ahead of the curve, keep up to date and join us for this TEA &#39;N CHAT with our very own techie geek ROY BALLAM, who will introduce the potential use of AI in textiles education.&nbsp;You will see AI in action, demonstrating how different tools could save you time, support your planning and teaching, enhance pupil experience, and further your creativity. The pros and cons of AI will also be highlighted. Transform your teaching with AI tools, save time, and get creative!The session will show how AI could help you:&nbsp;<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li style="font-size: 16px; font-style: italic; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px; font-style: italic;">create teaching schemes and lesson plans&nbsp;</li><li style="font-size: 16px; font-style: italic; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px; font-style: italic;">explore subject specific knowledge&nbsp;</li><li style="font-size: 16px; font-style: italic; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px; font-style: italic;">generate and explore ideas, concepts, themes and designers&nbsp;</li><li style="font-size: 16px; font-style: italic; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px; font-style: italic;">write questions and assessment frameworks&nbsp;</li><li style="font-size: 16px; font-style: italic; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="font-size: 16px; font-style: italic;">unleash creativity in textile design, colour, styles and fashion. &nbsp;</li></ul>This is a &lsquo;must-attend&rsquo;&nbsp;session for all those interested in AI (or just starting to discover its potential) and wishing to discover how it could be used in school. It is a stepping stone for the more in-depth&nbsp;Integrating AI in textiles education&nbsp;event being held on the 11 May 2024.</div><hr fr-original-style="" style="border-color: var(--border-muted); border-style: solid; clear: both; break-after: page; -webkit-user-select: none; box-sizing: border-box;"> COURSE LEADER: &nbsp; ROY BALLAM &nbsp;BA (Hons), MA, School Education Consultant<img src="https://images.cademy.co.uk/textiles-skills-centre/9b61b89b-c982-4dd2-b44b-0b22e86d67db/original.jpeg" style="width: 200px; display: inline-block; vertical-align: bottom; margin: 5px 0px; text-align: left; cursor: auto; max-width: calc(100% - 5px); float: left; padding: 0px 1px; -webkit-user-select: none; position: relative; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="width: 200px; display: inline-block; vertical-align: bottom; margin: 5px 0px; text-align: left; cursor: auto; max-width: calc(100% - 5px); float: left;" fr-original-class="fr-draggable wysiwyg_padded_img_cls">Roy works as a school education consultant, after leaving a leading charity as Managing Director and Head of Education.&nbsp;He has been involved in numerous teaching and education programme, initiatives and publications, including those in the UK and internationally.&nbsp; He is an experienced educational leader specialising in education management, training, resource development and research, and policy development and implementation. Throughout his career, he has used ICT to help bring subject-specific learning to life and support teachers through innovative, but pragmatic approaches. Roy originally trained as a food and textiles teacher and has been a GCSE moderator and A-level principal examiner.  &nbsp;<hr fr-original-style="" style="border-color: var(--border-muted); border-style: solid; clear: both; break-after: page; -webkit-user-select: none; box-sizing: border-box;">The&nbsp;Textiles Skills Centre Associates&nbsp;are a team of volunteers that manage the social media platforms and website, and offer support, mentorship and advice to textile teachers and trainees. We organise free resource networking events each month (Tea &#39;N Chat) and are always on hand to help and encourage when needed. We are always looking for new Associate members, so if you would like to join this small team then do contact us at:&nbsp;info@textileskillscentre.comAt the moment all costs are met by our team and time is given freely. If you are able to support us with a donation, however small, this will help to enhance the work we are doing.You can donate using the DONATION button below which will take you to the Paypal donations page, or select an amount when you book the event. All donations gratefully received.<a href="https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=P3GCCAAFZBJWC" target="_blank" style="font-size: 14px; font-family: Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(255, 255, 255); font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none; border-radius: 5px; background-color: rgb(61, 86, 224); border-width: 12px 18px; border-style: solid; border-color: rgb(61, 86, 224); display: inline-block; -webkit-user-select: auto; box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer;" rel="noopener noreferrer" fr-original-style="font-size: 14px; font-family: Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; color: #ffffff; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none; border-radius: 5px; background-color: #3D56E0; border-top: 12px solid #3D56E0; border-bottom: 12px solid #3D56E0; border-right: 18px solid #3D56E0; border-left: 18px solid #3D56E0; display: inline-block;">DONATION</a>




TEA 'N CHAT - MARK MAKING FOR TEXTILES + NICKY SIMPSON
17 JUNE 2025
TIME: 7-8pm  
 FREE EVENT
This event is held on ZOOM, so please register to get the Zoom details.



Join us for a FREE Tea 'N Chat with NICKY SIMPSON talking about mark making for textiles and her online courses.
Nicky's aim is to show how easily accessible mark making can be for every level of student and how it can be delivered in a fun and engaging way.
She will also introduce you to her online and face-2-face courses with an opportunity to ask questions.




The Textiles Skills Centre Associates are a team of volunteers that manage the social media platforms and website, and offer support, mentorship and advice to textile teachers and trainees. We organise free resource networking events each month (Tea 'N Chat) and are always on hand to help and encourage when needed.
We are always looking for new Associate members, so if you would like to join this small team then do contact us at: info@textileskillscentre.com
At the moment all costs are met by our team and time is given freely. If you are able to support us with a donation, however small, this will help to enhance the work we are doing.
You can donate at checkout, or using the ‘BUY THE TEAM A COFFEE’ button below. All donations gratefully received.
(Especially ☕ and 🍰 😋)

BUY THE TEAM A COFFEE

Tea 'N Chat free event - Talk with Textile Artist Nicky Simpson

Tea 'N Chat - Mark Making for Textiles + Nicky Simpson

DONATION

Brighton

<h2 style="color: rgb(145, 145, 145); box-sizing: border-box;" id="isPasted" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(145, 145, 145);">Draw to Perform Online Mentorship Program</h2> Drawing performance is a multidisciplinary form of art, which focuses on the use of drawing as a performative tool, and on sharing the creative process with the audience via live action. Using a wide range of methods of artistic expression (i.e.&nbsp;mark making, dance, light &amp; sound) the artists creates a dialogue with the viewer while exploring how drawing can be used as a way to communicate and to collaborate.DTP ONLINE is a unique program that offers professional artists and art students an opportunity for personally tailored mentorship in the art of drawing performance. The program is guided and mentored by Ram Samocha, a nationally and internationally acclaimed drawing performance artist and the founder of Draw to perform.This mentorship is a weeklong online program, designed for a single artist. It includes daily Skype/Zoom sessions, creative exercises, artistic brainstorming and personalized coaching with Ram Samocha.&nbsp;It will start with investigation of the artist&rsquo;s current body of work and identification of motifs and elements, which can be translated and expanded into live action.&nbsp;By exploring different methods of performance (on camera and video, to online audience or as a personal undocumented process of exploration) the artist will work on a new creation demonstrating their own artistic DNA, which is transformed into action.&nbsp;The artist will be given an opportunity to showcase their work in live streaming within the different platforms of Draw to Perform. For full details about this online program&nbsp;please visit the Draw to Perform website:<a data-fr-linked="true" href="https://drawtoperform.com/" id="isPasted" fr-original-style="" style="-webkit-user-select: auto; font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: inherit;">https://drawtoperform.com/</a>

Draw to Perform Online Mentorship Program
 
Drawing performance is a multidisciplinary form of art, which focuses on the use of drawing as a performative tool, and on sharing the creative process with the audience via live action. Using a wide range of methods of artistic expression (i.e. mark making, dance, light & sound) the artists creates a dialogue with the viewer while exploring how drawing can be used as a way to communicate and to collaborate.
DTP ONLINE is a unique program that offers professional artists and art students an opportunity for personally tailored mentorship in the art of drawing performance. The program is guided and mentored by Ram Samocha, a nationally and internationally acclaimed drawing performance artist and the founder of Draw to perform.
This mentorship is a weeklong online program, designed for a single artist. It includes daily Skype/Zoom sessions, creative exercises, artistic brainstorming and personalized coaching with Ram Samocha. It will start with investigation of the artist’s current body of work and identification of motifs and elements, which can be translated and expanded into live action. By exploring different methods of performance (on camera and video, to online audience or as a personal undocumented process of exploration) the artist will work on a new creation demonstrating their own artistic DNA, which is transformed into action. The artist will be given an opportunity to showcase their work in live streaming within the different platforms of Draw to Perform.

For full details about this online program please visit the Draw to Perform website:
https://drawtoperform.com/

Draw to Perform

Digital Art

Mentorship

Performing Arts

Digital Drawing

DTP Online Mentorship

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<div fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0);" id="isPasted" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;"><div fr-original-style=" color: rgb(41, 41, 41);" style="color: rgb(41, 41, 41); box-sizing: border-box;"><section fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><div fr-original-style="" itemprop="text" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><div fr-original-style=" color: rgb(41, 41, 41);" id="isPasted" style="color: rgb(41, 41, 41); box-sizing: border-box;"><section fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><div fr-original-style="" itemprop="text" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Sumi-E is a traditional Japanese art form painting motifs from nature and the natural world, using just one brush and black ink on white paper. In this workshop we will use some of these ideas, the painting style uses simple fluid lines in one movement where possible.Fun and therapeutic, with no underdrawing, it&rsquo;s a great exercise in committing to line, practising mark making and brush control to create some wonderful images in monochrome!Suitable for all levels, this complete step by step video guides you from beginning to end. Giving guidance on materials and painting techniques.</div></section></div></div></section></div></div> 


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Sumi-E is a traditional Japanese art form painting motifs from nature and the natural world, using just one brush and black ink on white paper. In this workshop we will use some of these ideas, the painting style uses simple fluid lines in one movement where possible.
Fun and therapeutic, with no underdrawing, it’s a great exercise in committing to line, practising mark making and brush control to create some wonderful images in monochrome!
Suitable for all levels, this complete step by step video guides you from beginning to end. Giving guidance on materials and painting techniques.


Discovery Art Class

Ink drawing and painting course Japanese inspired style.

Sumi -E One Brush Ink Painting Course

Inspired by Pop Art and the graphic design of protest art, Neon Knitting uses Dayglo yarns to create bold designs using simple techniques:-
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<ul>
<li>Knitting stripes with knit &amp; purl patterns</li>
<li>Combining open and raised effects to create bold patterns</li>
<li>Adding fabric to knitting</li>
</ul>
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The session includes a worksheet, knitting demonstrations, plus a PowerPoint presentation covering ways to create your fabrics, using simple mark making and basic silk screen printing.&nbsp; There will also be examples to inspire further exploration after the session.
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Aimed at anyone with an interest in textiles and soft sculpture, the workshop examines the artistic potential of knitting.&nbsp; The emphasis is on creating experimental samples, rather than a finished piece, although techniques can be adapted to create a garment, accessory or household object.
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What attendees will need: -
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<li>Knitting needles or crochet hooks.</li>
<li>Yarns, any will do, but bright and neon colours if you have them.</li>
<li>Several small stitch holders or safety pins.</li>
<li>Basic sewing kit, scissors, large eyed needles and embroidery threads.</li>
<li>Internet access, with a microphone and webcam. Please only book is you are able to attend in real time.</li>
</ul>
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Inspired by Pop Art and the graphic design of protest art, Neon Knitting uses Dayglo yarns to create bold designs using simple techniques:-
 
Knitting stripes with knit & purl patterns
Combining open and raised effects to create bold patterns
Adding fabric to knitting
 
The session includes a worksheet, knitting demonstrations, plus a PowerPoint presentation covering ways to create your fabrics, using simple mark making and basic silk screen printing. There will also be examples to inspire further exploration after the session.
 
Aimed at anyone with an interest in textiles and soft sculpture, the workshop examines the artistic potential of knitting. The emphasis is on creating experimental samples, rather than a finished piece, although techniques can be adapted to create a garment, accessory or household object.
 
What attendees will need: -
Knitting needles or crochet hooks.
Yarns, any will do, but bright and neon colours if you have them.
Several small stitch holders or safety pins.
Basic sewing kit, scissors, large eyed needles and embroidery threads.
Internet access, with a microphone and webcam. Please only book is you are able to attend in real time.
 

Rosina Godwin

Knitting

Experimental knitting workshop, combining neon yarns with simple geometric designs to create a bold statement!

Neon Knits

Early Bird Workshop Ticket

<div data-testid="richTextElement" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><h5 style="color: rgb(var(--color_14)); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(var(--color_14));">What is Watercolour for beginners about?</h5></div><div data-testid="richTextElement" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Welcome to my online Watercolour for beginners video course.As a professional artist and tutor I know how important key art skills are. This course is designed to take you from the basics and on through the key skills needed to begin painting in watercolours.As a tutor with 20 years&rsquo; experience I love introducing students to a new medium. But I also know the benefits of a refresher course for experienced watercolourists.It&rsquo;s always useful to go back to the beginning to understand why and how techniques work.The course is divided into 5 lessons and designed for the complete beginner to those with more experience who want a refresher in the core skills of watercolour painting.</div><div style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><div data-player-name="YouTube" data-testid="youtube" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><iframe frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="1" title="Watercolour for Beginners INTRODUCTION" width="100%" height="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/DERTqmJjFWg?autoplay=0&mute=0&controls=1&loop=0&origin=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.artwithtricia.com&playsinline=1&enablejsapi=1&widgetid=5" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</iframe></div></div><div data-testid="richTextElement" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Enrol on this course for &pound;45, plus access to my Student chatroom.&nbsp;</div><div style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> </div><div style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Is this course for me?</div><div data-testid="richTextElement" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Do you want to work step by step from the beginning? Understanding the equipment needed for watercolour painting, work through core skills like; paint consistency, wet on wet washes and glazing? Do you want to work on a series of simple paintings that build on these core skills? &nbsp;Then yes this is for you.The course assumes you have no prior knowledge and presents each piece of information or skill in manageable lessons. Allowing you to work through at your own pace, completing each lesson and building on the previous lessons skills.&nbsp;<img src="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/465d09_a81c77fd31544b80829ea51d34437001~mv2.jpg/v1/crop/x_0,y_0,w_162,h_162/fill/w_227,h_227,al_c,lg_1,q_80,enc_auto/About%20Me%20Trish%20Photo.jpg" alt="About Me Trish Photo.jpg" srcset="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/465d09_a81c77fd31544b80829ea51d34437001~mv2.jpg/v1/crop/x_0,y_0,w_162,h_162/fill/w_227,h_227,al_c,lg_1,q_80,enc_auto/About%20Me%20Trish%20Photo.jpg" fr-original-style="" style="cursor: pointer; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; max-width: 100%; position: relative; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-class="fr-draggable">What does the course cover?Lesson 1 &ndash; Getting started. This covers all the equipment you need, basic mark making and paint consistency.Lesson 2 &ndash; Key skills. This shows you how to lay down different washes and encourages you to use primary colours in mixes to create a colour wheel.Lesson 3 &ndash; Primary colour mixes. This lesson works through the previous skills learnt to show you how to paint a still life of fruit.Lesson 4 &ndash; Landscape painting. Here you will use glazing to paint a lovely country scene.Lesson 5 &ndash; For fun! This is all about having fun and focusing on effects. There&rsquo;s also a creative painting of sea and moon using different effects.Everything you need to set you on the road to creating your own wonderful watercolours! </div><div style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> </div><div style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><div data-player-name="YouTube" data-testid="youtube" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><iframe frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="1" title="Watercolour Colour Wheel" width="100%" height="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/oqjkFhiEUbg?autoplay=0&mute=0&controls=1&loop=0&origin=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.artwithtricia.com&playsinline=1&enablejsapi=1&widgetid=7" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</iframe></div></div><div data-testid="richTextElement" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><h5 style="color: rgb(var(--color_14)); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(var(--color_14));">Try one of the course videos.</h5></div><div style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><div data-testid="linkElement" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><img src="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/465d09_fb85ff009d6646b8a1cfc66776c0bc25~mv2.jpg/v1/crop/x_340,y_0,w_2596,h_2596/fill/w_270,h_270,al_c,q_80,usm_0.66_1.00_0.01,enc_auto/Watercolour%20brush%20marks%20Tricia%20Johnson_j.jpg" alt="Watercolour brush marks Tricia Johnson.j" fr-original-style="" style="cursor: pointer; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; max-width: 100%; position: relative; box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-class="fr-draggable"></div></div><div data-testid="richTextElement" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Enrol on this course for &pound;45, plus access to my Student chatroom.&nbsp;</div><div style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> </div><div data-testid="richTextElement" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">What will I need to start the course?Well to start the course you only need a means of watching each of the video lessons online. You will also need to register with my website, where you will be given access to the course.In lesson 1 I talk you thorough all the equipment you will need to get started with watercolours. As a basic guide all you really need is a watercolour paper pad, 2 brushes and 3 tubes of watercolour paint. If you are completely new to watercolour painting then I suggest you watch the first video in lesson 1 before buying your equipment.&nbsp;Can I get more support?Yes. Once enrolled on the course you will also have access to my Student Chatroom, with a dedicated area for you to post images of your work, interact with other members and I&rsquo;ll be around to give feedback and comments.&nbsp;How much does the course cost?&nbsp;&pound;45 gives you 4 months access to the course, with all the videos and resources. Plus unlimited access to the Student Chatroom.To book a place all you need to do is click the link below and you will be sent details about how to register on the Student Chatroom and accessing your course.</div><div data-testid="richTextElement" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Enrol on this course for &pound;45, plus access to my Student chatroom.&nbsp;</div><div style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> </div><div style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> </div><div data-testid="richTextElement" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">How long does the course take to complete?There are over 3 hours of video, which can be watched and worked through in one day if you are in a rush. But I suggest you take one lesson at a time, gaining the skills and techniques in each lesson before moving on. The course is designed around my popular 5 week watercolour for beginner&rsquo;s studio course so is broken down into 5 lessons for you to work through.&nbsp;Can I let my family and friend access the course?No, your Log In details for online learning and digital content are for your personal use only and should not be shared. If you would like to buy the course for a group, then do contact me and I can quote you for group access.&nbsp;Can I cancel and receive a refund?Unfortunately once access to the course has been given I am unable to give a refund. If you have any problems then please do contact me (<a href="mailto:artwithtricia@gmail.com" target="_self" style="color: inherit; user-select: auto; font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: inherit;" fr-original-style=" color: inherit;">artwithtricia@gmail.com</a>) and I will do my best to iron out any problems.&nbsp;What happens if I lose my login?Don&#39;t panic. You can access the members pages through the log in links on all my&nbsp;ArtwithTricia&nbsp;website pages. If you forget your password, follow the on screen instructions to reset your details. To keep my site secure I do not have access to any passwords.</div><div data-testid="richTextElement" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Enrol on this course for &pound;45, plus access to my Student chatroom.&nbsp;</div>

What is Watercolour for beginners about?
Welcome to my online Watercolour for beginners video course.
As a professional artist and tutor I know how important key art skills are. This course is designed to take you from the basics and on through the key skills needed to begin painting in watercolours.
As a tutor with 20 years’ experience I love introducing students to a new medium. But I also know the benefits of a refresher course for experienced watercolourists.
It’s always useful to go back to the beginning to understand why and how techniques work.
The course is divided into 5 lessons and designed for the complete beginner to those with more experience who want a refresher in the core skills of watercolour painting.

Enrol on this course for £45, plus access to my Student chatroom. 
Is this course for me?
Do you want to work step by step from the beginning? Understanding the equipment needed for watercolour painting, work through core skills like; paint consistency, wet on wet washes and glazing? Do you want to work on a series of simple paintings that build on these core skills? Then yes this is for you.
The course assumes you have no prior knowledge and presents each piece of information or skill in manageable lessons. Allowing you to work through at your own pace, completing each lesson and building on the previous lessons skills.

What does the course cover?
Lesson 1 – Getting started. This covers all the equipment you need, basic mark making and paint consistency.
Lesson 2 – Key skills. This shows you how to lay down different washes and encourages you to use primary colours in mixes to create a colour wheel.
Lesson 3 – Primary colour mixes. This lesson works through the previous skills learnt to show you how to paint a still life of fruit.
Lesson 4 – Landscape painting. Here you will use glazing to paint a lovely country scene.
Lesson 5 – For fun! This is all about having fun and focusing on effects. There’s also a creative painting of sea and moon using different effects.
Everything you need to set you on the road to creating your own wonderful watercolours!



Try one of the course videos.

Enrol on this course for £45, plus access to my Student chatroom. 
What will I need to start the course?
Well to start the course you only need a means of watching each of the video lessons online. You will also need to register with my website, where you will be given access to the course.
In lesson 1 I talk you thorough all the equipment you will need to get started with watercolours. As a basic guide all you really need is a watercolour paper pad, 2 brushes and 3 tubes of watercolour paint. If you are completely new to watercolour painting then I suggest you watch the first video in lesson 1 before buying your equipment.
 
Can I get more support?
Yes. Once enrolled on the course you will also have access to my Student Chatroom, with a dedicated area for you to post images of your work, interact with other members and I’ll be around to give feedback and comments.
 
How much does the course cost?
 £45 gives you 4 months access to the course, with all the videos and resources. Plus unlimited access to the Student Chatroom.
To book a place all you need to do is click the link below and you will be sent details about how to register on the Student Chatroom and accessing your course.
Enrol on this course for £45, plus access to my Student chatroom. 
How long does the course take to complete?
There are over 3 hours of video, which can be watched and worked through in one day if you are in a rush. But I suggest you take one lesson at a time, gaining the skills and techniques in each lesson before moving on. The course is designed around my popular 5 week watercolour for beginner’s studio course so is broken down into 5 lessons for you to work through.
 
Can I let my family and friend access the course?
No, your Log In details for online learning and digital content are for your personal use only and should not be shared. If you would like to buy the course for a group, then do contact me and I can quote you for group access.
 
Can I cancel and receive a refund?
Unfortunately once access to the course has been given I am unable to give a refund. If you have any problems then please do contact me (artwithtricia@gmail.com) and I will do my best to iron out any problems.
 
What happens if I lose my login?
Don't panic. You can access the members pages through the log in links on all my ArtwithTricia website pages. If you forget your password, follow the on screen instructions to reset your details. To keep my site secure I do not have access to any passwords.
Enrol on this course for £45, plus access to my Student chatroom. 

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This is a complete beginners course introducing you to everything you need to know about painting with Watercolours.

 Watercolour for beginners online course

ONLINE ON-DEMAND COURSE 
Series 3: Experimental Image Making
FEES: FULL COURSE £55

NB This course is available to anyone at any time. 



Join Nicola Perren of Perren Studios for a new set of classes in the Drawing for Textiles series. The 3rd of the series will see us explore and expand our approaches to drawing based on a subject matter of your choosing. With an experimental approach to image-making we will explore materials, composition, creating drama and the secretive art of gouache paint. Finally, we will explore hand applique as a direct translation of our drawings and, as a drawing process in itself.



If you have completed the first two of the series, that is great. The 1st one will have connected drawing to textiles very clearly, the 2nd will have given you scope to expand your source materials and inspiration. While I recommend you do these, the 3rd in the series will also work very well on its own.
With a focus on drawing, we will continue to question the properties of textile materials whilst generating a portfolio of drawings suitable for a new design collection and textile developments. Using experimentation, restriction, abstraction, play and sensory observation, we will aim to create a dynamic portfolio of work that reflects a personally chosen colour palette.







COURSE OVERVIEW:
Sometimes, we miss that vital stage between initial drawn studies or notes and the final designing process, the 3rd in this series of Drawing for Textiles will be about exploring drawing and image-making. It will be experimental, playful, engaging and colourful.



WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR:
This course is suitable for anyone, from those new to textiles, through to experienced makers who want to explore or refresh ways of thinking. You may be a teacher or lecturer looking to recharge your creative batteries, a student who wants to further your current knowledge, or maybe outside of formal education and fancy trying something outside of your usual remit.
You may have already completed series 1 or 2, if so, it is great to have you back on board but equally, this course can be completed without having done the previous series.



WHAT TO EXPECT:
The focus of this course will be on the creation of images and drawings that can stand alone in a project’s development and / or be the inspiration for translation into design and textiles. We will explore composition, abstraction and drama with a hint of expressiveness.
Aside from learning about hand stitched applique, you will also learn about stretching paper and how to work with Gouache paints.
You will select a subject matter of your own choosing, if you have done the 2nd in the series – you may want to use your artefacts to draw from. I recommend a format of drawing from a still life for this series and we will discuss how to make your still life dynamic and visually engaging, if you prefer however, you can draw from secondary sources. I will provide colour story options or, you may choose a story of your own. If you can have these items prepped before starting the units, that is helpful – but not a requirement.
This course is taught over 5 units, each unit is presented with a collection of recorded tasks, materials required and a short presentation that introduces the concepts for that unit. With the launch of the course, there will also be the opportunity to join any of the weekly live online evening sessions.
My way of teaching is relaxed, and I am told engaging, so while you will find plenty of opportunities for learning and considering different approaches, it is also enjoyable and can be completed according to your own timescale, energy and needs.




WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
This course does make use of a wide range of materials and tools, as with all my teaching, I offer alternatives to what I am doing in the class. You can do this course often with items you may already have around the house / in the garage but equally, you can by items specifically for the course. 
Below is a list of key items that I will use [in bold] and alternatives you may consider, it is all optional [detailed list will be supplied once you sign up].
I suggest you gather materials that link to your chosen colour story, if you do not have these – do not worry, but it is helpful.
General drawing materials: 
Pencils
Pens
Inks
Tapes
Glue
Bleach
Tools: 
Scissors
Brushes
Scalpel / craft knife
Cutting Mat
Ruler
Drawing board [if stretching paper]
Big water pot
Iron + board or mat.
Sewing needles
Grounds: 
Loose papers – various from scraps to cartridge paper
Cartridge paper
Sketchbook for recording / documenting work in
Paints:
Designer Gouache [Winsor & Newton, Daler Rowney, Schmincke] – NOT acrylic gouache. These paints are not particularly cheap and so my preference is to buy a few selected tubes according to the colours of the current project rather than a selection box with shades I will not use.
Textiles: 
Fabric and a selection of pieces about A4 size suitable for appliqué.
Sewing threads – general haberdashery items.
Fabric glue stick [optional]
A fusible interfacing – I use Floriani Stitch’n’Wash, Tearaway Fusible




PROGRAMME:
Once you have signed up to the full course, you will have access to a full materials list and a video to help you prepare before you join a session, this will include an approach to starting the project i.e., gathering visual references, selecting a colour story, stretching paper. You will have access to all 5 units in this program and there is also access to a few free additional sessions.
PRE-COURSE MATERIALS:
A] Pre-session planning. This video should be watched before you start the course to help you prepare and gather the things you will need. 
SERIES PROGRAMME:
Session 1] Abstracting the Mark.
We will jump straight into image making with a focus on mark-making and consideration of the non-white ground and your chosen colour story.
Session 2] Composing an Image.
Considering our chosen subject matters, we will explore compositions that engage the viewer and are perhaps unexpected.
Session 3] Gouache De-Mystified.
We will learn about designer gouache paint and a few different approaches to its use – all whilst developing our image-making folio.
Session 4] Added Drama.
Working with a range of media, we will add a touch of the theatrical to our drawings – this will be a messy session.
Session 5] Applique as Drawing.
We will learn about hand-based applique methods and will work towards a new image that utilises textiles as the core medium [with a little bit of a drawn materials intervention].



LEARNING OUTCOMES:
Each session will have a core focus that can be explored in isolation or as part of an overall series of activities. 
Understand a creative, action-based approach to research and ideas suitable for further development [for a design or, arts-based direction].
Develop confidence and enhance your skills in drawing, in its widest sense, as a tool for textiles.
Explore the pairing of both traditional and experimental approaches in a creative textile orientated practice.

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