17 Sketch courses in Edinburgh

A fun Sketch & Sip class for up to 10 people with local artist Mark Kirkham, known locally as The Edinburgh Sketcher hosted at The Arienas Collective in Edinburgh's historic Georgian New Town.

Commission an original, traditional and quirky Portrait in oils, acrylics or digital sketches

Edinburgh city centre sketching tours with ink and watercolour artist Mark Kirkham, known locally as The Edinburgh Sketcher

2 day Portrait Workshop in acrylics inspired by Dante Gabriel Rossetti   Join well known Edinburgh artist and tutor Suzanne Kemplay and model Beth Davison to create a portrait in the style of the pre Raphaelite Brotherhood. Expect an atmospheric set and romantic lighting in keeping with the Rossetti’s style, with a few modern touches thrown in.   On Day 1 Suzanne will give a short talk on how to approach your composition and how to capture the spirit of the artist’s technique. You’ll plan and sketch out a drawing in the morning before moving on to painting in the afternoon and on day two.  All materials are supplied (or feel free to bring your own) and the class is kept small to ensure everyone gets some individual attention. This course is most suited to those who have some drawing experience but we welcome beginners. Over 14s only. The workshop will run from 10 - 4pm on 1 and 2 April.

NPORS Rigging and Fleeting Loads Lift Planner (N046)

We are beyond excited about our first-ever Arienas Collective exhibition! The exhibition is taking place in the Scot-ART Gallery 1 on the 3rd floor of St Margaret’s House, 151 London Road, Edinburgh EH7 6AE from Saturday, 24 - Saturday, 31 May 2025 and is open from 11am-5pm each day. The exhibition is free to enter and you can find out more about our theme, who will be exhibiting, and opportunities to meet our creatives in person here. We will be exploring how creatives balance making art they love with art they earn a living from. The exhibition will feature original artworks, alongside live demonstrations, taster workshops and talks. You can see a full list of our Exhibition Talks and Tasters here. This is where to book spaces for a Sketching Taster with Mark Kirkham, the Edinburgh Sketcher Using the same tools Mark sketches the city with, you will do a couple of drawing exercises before experimenting with a little still life drawing in the gallery.

We are beyond excited for our first-ever Arienas Collective exhibition! You can find out more about the ‘For love or money?’ Exhibition 2025 theme, who will be exhibiting, and opportunities for meeting our creatives in person on our dedicated Exhibition 2025 page here. A full list of the Exhibition Talks and Tasters is below. Please check the individual booking pages below for more information. If you're just planning on popping into the Exhibition and would like to let us know when, you can book your free space using the blue Book buttons above, and we will email you a wee reminder nearer the date. How to book a space on an Exhibition Talk or Taster The Exhibition Talks, demos and drop-ins are free of charge, however spaces are limited and it would be helpful if you could book using the links below so that we have an idea of numbers. Select your choice of Talk or Taster below and the link will take you to the booking page. If it's already sold out, you can add your name to the waiting list. There is a nominal fee of £5 towards the cost of materials payable for the Exhibition Tasters, and spaces are limited. The £5 is also fully redeemable against the purchase of a workshop space (collect your exhibition voucher at the end of your Exhibition Taster). We recommend booking in advance to secure a spot. Any remaining spaces will be made available to book on the day. Your booking includes free entry to the exhibition from 11am - 5pm, so you'll have plenty time to explore! *If you are interested in turning your creative passion into a career, or are considering offering your own creative workshops, the talks marked with an asterisk may be of particular interest to you. **If you're visiting with children, the tasters marked with two asterisks may be of particular interest. Saturday, 24 May Enamelling Talk & demo at 11.30am Mosaic Taster at 12.30pm** Calligraphy Taster at 2pm Writing Taster at 3pm Sunday, 25 May Gel printing Taster at 12 noon Silver clay jewellery Talk & demo at 1.30pm Mosaic Taster at 2.30pm** Monday, 26 May Enamelling Talk & demo at 12 noon Sketching Taster at 1pm Setting up a YouTube Channel Talk at 2.30pm* Tuesday, 27 May Silver clay jewellery Talk & demo at 11.30am Mosaic Taster at 12.30pm** Calligraphy Taster at 2pm Wednesday, 28 May Watercolour Taster at 11am Lino printing Talk & demo at 12.30pm How to sell out creative workshops Talk & tips at 2pm* Thursday, 29 May Collaborative Weaving Drop-in for parents/carers & toddlers at 11am** Calligraphy Drop-in at 12 noon** Macrame Workshop from 1pm - 4pm Friday, 30 May Collage Taster at 12 noon How to start up a podcast Talk at 1.30pm* Silver clay jewellery Talk & demo at 2.30pm Saturday, 31 May Writing Taster at 11.30am Mosaic Taster at 1pm** Calligraphy Drop-in at 2.30pm**

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

Francesca Wyllie (BA Hons Fine Art) has an amazing north-facing art studio at El Retiro in Andalucia, which was purpose-built to accommodate painting groups. Bespoke painting and sculpture workshops can be arranged or Francesca can travel locally to guide you in your own studios or locations.

Private sketching tours and classes with ink and watercolour artist Mark Kirkham, known locally as The Edinburgh Sketcher hosted by The Arienas Collective, or at an agreed location of your choice.