Workshops
We offer a variety of workshops delivered by skilled artists and makers. For booking call 07856 080517 or email info@studioartdays.co.uk. The workshop space is also available if you would like to deliver a workshop of your own - please contact us for details.
SEAGLASS SILVER RING MAKING with Jana - Sunday 27th April or Sunday 11th May 10am-1pm £85. Make a beautiful sea glass ring with Jana. You can bring your own sea glass (15mm x 15mm wide x 5mm deep) to see if it is possible to use it, or you can choose from Jana's collection. You will learn to design and make your very own ring, learning all the silversmithing techniques necessary. A £20 deposit is required to secure a place on this workshop. Approx three hours long.
SILK PAINTING Tuesday May 13th 10.30am £50 Discover the enchanting art of silk painting with artist Laura Hollis. Enjoy a relaxing couple of hours as you create your own hand-painted suncatcher and card, either inspired by your own ideas or guided by the examples provided. On this lovely silk painting workshop, students will be designing and painting a 7 inch sun catcher, and also painting a card which already has an outline. You will also have a piece of silk stretched on a small embroidery hoop to practice on. You can plan your own simple design before you come if you would like to, and bring pictures and sketches. There will also be designs you can copy if you prefer. The paint does stain so don't wear your best clothes! Aprons will be provided. Workshop lasts between 2.5 and 3hours
LANDSCAPE WATERCOLOUR PAINTING AND DRAWING with Sophie, Saturday 17th May 2-4.30pm £35. For more information or to reserve your place, contact Sophie at sophierchiz@gmail.com or call her on 07764 877105
MODERN CALLIGRAPHY Thursday 22nd May 7-9pm, £35 per person. Calligraphy and fizz with Bliss of Spellbound Ink Signs. A chance to enjoy this popular Modern Calligraphy workshop (and a glass of fizz and refreshments!). Suitable for beginners and people looking for a refresh in the basics of beautiful lettering. You will practice basic strokes and pressure techniques, explore how to create lettering forms and you can then apply what you have learnt to create a greetings card. Free calligraphy set to take home.
BOTANICAL PLASTER RELIEF with Jenny Samuels, Saturday 24th May, 2-4.30pm £40. Create your own nature inspired plaster relief piece.
SCENTED CANDLE MAKING Sunday 8th June 10am-12noon £45. Ignite your creativity in this candle-making workshop, it's the perfect start for your candle-making journey! No experience required for this workshop, all candle making supplies are provided so you can just come along and have fun making. Guided by Leigh-Anne,creator of Walmer Candles and Wax Melts; you will learn how to make 2 full size candles using a natural wax and fragrance of your choice. These fabulous items will be created by you in a 1.5-2hrs session and you will take your candle creations home at the end of the session. Complimentary soft drinks provided. Beginner-friendly. All guests to be over the age of 16.
CYANOTYPE with Jenny Samuels, Saturday 14th June 1-3pm £35. Use the power of light to creative beautiful cyanotype images.
JUNK JOURNAL INTRODUCTORY WORKSHOP part 1 with Jooles Parkin, Saturday 21st June, 1-4pm £35. Make a junk journal & get started - in this workshop you will create your own 6 inch journal from junk with a stitched spine and create some simple ephemera including tags, as well as making a start on your pages. If you have any saved papers, pictures or paper bags, please bring them, but all materials will be supplied. You will receive a goodie bag of handmade and printed ephemera to get started with.
SILK PAINTING Tuesday June 22nd 10.30am £50 Discover the enchanting art of silk painting with artist Laura Hollis. Enjoy a relaxing couple of hours as you create your own hand-painted suncatcher and card, either inspired by your own ideas or guided by the examples provided. On this lovely silk painting workshop, students will be designing and painting a 7 inch sun catcher, and also painting a card which already has an outline. You will also have a piece of silk stretched on a small embroidery hoop to practice on. You can plan your own simple design before you come if you would like to, and bring pictures and sketches. There will also be designs you can copy if you prefer. The paint does stain so don't wear your best clothes! Aprons will be provided. Workshop lasts between 2.5 and 3hours
JUNK JOURNAL INTRODUCTORY WORKSHOP part 2 with Jooles Parkin, Saturday 5th July 1-4pm £35 - making ephemera for your journal - in this workshop you will create your own ephemera. We will use a master board to create coordinating tags and journal spots, and decorated pockets and envelopes. If you have any saved papers, pictures or paper bags, please bring them, but all materials will be supplied, including printed sources and a goodie bag of handmade and printed ephemera.
SUMMER STILL-LIFE WATERCOLOUR with Sophie, Saturday 12th July 2-4pm £35. Join Sophie’s Watercolour and Drawing Workshops, where creativity flows in a relaxed, supportive environment. At just £35 per person per session, you’ll receive one-on-one guidance, making it perfect for beginners or anyone looking to refine their skills. Explore different techniques, build your confidence, and enjoy a fun, hands-on experience. Limited spaces available, so book your spot today! For more information or to reserve your place, contact Sophie at sophierchiz@gmail.com or call her on 07764 877105
LINOCUT Thursday August 14th 1-4.30pm £45, with Alison. You will learn the basics of linocut then design and cut an image from which you will make your own unique prints and print 2 greetings cards. You will also take your cut Lino home, ideal for endless printing - I will show you how to do it at home with very little equipment. This workshop is suitable for anyone aged 14+ and adults. Maximum 4 places.
WATERCOLOUR TREES AND SUNSET with Sophie, Saturday 16th August 2-4pm £35. Join Sophie’s Watercolour and Drawing Workshops, where creativity flows in a relaxed, supportive environment. At just £35 per person per session, you’ll receive one-on-one guidance, making it perfect for beginners or anyone looking to refine their skills. Explore different techniques, build your confidence, and enjoy a fun, hands-on experience. Limited spaces available, so book your spot today! For more information or to reserve your place, contact Sophie at sophierchiz@gmail.com or call her on 07764 877105
EXPRESSIVE DRAWING with Alison, Thursday August 21st, 2-4.30pm, £35. You will explore a variety of drawing techniques and create expressive drawings in response to natural objects and plant materials. Suitable for those aged 14+ and adults.
MONOPRINTING with Alison, Thursday August 28th 2-4.30pm £40. Learn this fun and achievable method of printing. During this workshop you will explore various monoprint techniques which will easily transfer to home printing. This workshop is suitable for those aged 14+ and adults. Maximum 4 places.
LINOCUT Saturday 13th September, 1.30-5pm £45, with Alison. You will learn the basics of linocut then design and cut an image from which you will make your own unique prints and print 2 greetings cards. You will also take your cut Lino home, ideal for endless printing - I will show you how to do it at home with very little equipment. This workshop is suitable for anyone aged 14+ and adults. Maximum 4 places.
WATERCOLOUR AND FIZZ with Alison, Thursday 2nd October 7-9pm, £40. We will explore contemporary watercolour techniques and produce a colourful, expressive painting, whilst enjoying a glass or two and nibbles.
Workshops will take place in the studio with plenty of ventilation. All workshop attendees are asked not to attend any event with any cold symptoms. Tea/coffee and biscuits provided but if your workshop runs over the lunch period, we suggest you bring a packed lunch.
MORE EXCITING WORKSHOPS frequently added, so keep an eye out or email Alison at info@studioartdays.co.uk to be added to the mailing list and be kept up to date.
OR! Create your own Workshops
Get together with a group of friends and arrange your own bespoke workshop. You choose the workshop and the date and we provide the fun!
SILK PAINTING ....... LINOCUT ..... DRAWING ...... SILVER JEWELLERY MAKING ...... LEATHERWORK .......SPOON CARVING ...... BOTTLE LAMP MAKING ...... SEWING ...... DOG COLLAR MAKING......WET FELTING......CYANOTYPE ........ SCREENPRINTING .........BLOCKPRINTING..........RESIN WORK ......... SHARPENING ........ WOODLAND STICK MAKING ........ GLASS ...... JUNK JOURNALING
NB Please note, we ask that participants refrain from attending workshops with any cold or flu symptoms - we will of course provided a refund or transfer to a future workshop.
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SILK PAINTING Tuesday May 13th 10.30am £50 Discover the enchanting art of silk painting with artist Laura Hollis. Enjoy a relaxing couple of hours as you create your own hand-painted suncatcher and card, either inspired by your own ideas or guided by the examples provided. On this lovely silk painting workshop, students will be designing and painting a 7 inch sun catcher, and also painting a card which already has an outline. You will also have a piece of silk stretched on a small embroidery hoop to practice on. You can plan your own simple design before you come if you would like to, and bring pictures and sketches. There will also be designs you can copy if you prefer. The paint does stain so don't wear your best clothes! Aprons will be provided. Workshop lasts between 2.5 and 3hours
LANDSCAPE WATERCOLOUR PAINTING AND DRAWING with Sophie, Saturday 17th May 2-4.30pm £35. For more information or to reserve your place, contact Sophie at sophierchiz@gmail.com or call her on 07764 877105
MODERN CALLIGRAPHY Thursday 22nd May 7-9pm, £35 per person. Calligraphy and fizz with Bliss of Spellbound Ink Signs. A chance to enjoy this popular Modern Calligraphy workshop (and a glass of fizz and refreshments!). Suitable for beginners and people looking for a refresh in the basics of beautiful lettering. You will practice basic strokes and pressure techniques, explore how to create lettering forms and you can then apply what you have learnt to create a greetings card. Free calligraphy set to take home.
BOTANICAL PLASTER RELIEF with Jenny Samuels, Saturday 24th May, 2-4.30pm £40. Create your own nature inspired plaster relief piece.
SCENTED CANDLE MAKING Sunday 8th June 10am-12noon £45. Ignite your creativity in this candle-making workshop, it's the perfect start for your candle-making journey! No experience required for this workshop, all candle making supplies are provided so you can just come along and have fun making. Guided by Leigh-Anne,creator of Walmer Candles and Wax Melts; you will learn how to make 2 full size candles using a natural wax and fragrance of your choice. These fabulous items will be created by you in a 1.5-2hrs session and you will take your candle creations home at the end of the session. Complimentary soft drinks provided. Beginner-friendly. All guests to be over the age of 16.
CYANOTYPE with Jenny Samuels, Saturday 14th June 1-3pm £35. Use the power of light to creative beautiful cyanotype images.
JUNK JOURNAL INTRODUCTORY WORKSHOP part 1 with Jooles Parkin, Saturday 21st June, 1-4pm £35. Make a junk journal & get started - in this workshop you will create your own 6 inch journal from junk with a stitched spine and create some simple ephemera including tags, as well as making a start on your pages. If you have any saved papers, pictures or paper bags, please bring them, but all materials will be supplied. You will receive a goodie bag of handmade and printed ephemera to get started with.
SILK PAINTING Tuesday June 22nd 10.30am £50 Discover the enchanting art of silk painting with artist Laura Hollis. Enjoy a relaxing couple of hours as you create your own hand-painted suncatcher and card, either inspired by your own ideas or guided by the examples provided. On this lovely silk painting workshop, students will be designing and painting a 7 inch sun catcher, and also painting a card which already has an outline. You will also have a piece of silk stretched on a small embroidery hoop to practice on. You can plan your own simple design before you come if you would like to, and bring pictures and sketches. There will also be designs you can copy if you prefer. The paint does stain so don't wear your best clothes! Aprons will be provided. Workshop lasts between 2.5 and 3hours
JUNK JOURNAL INTRODUCTORY WORKSHOP part 2 with Jooles Parkin, Saturday 5th July 1-4pm £35 - making ephemera for your journal - in this workshop you will create your own ephemera. We will use a master board to create coordinating tags and journal spots, and decorated pockets and envelopes. If you have any saved papers, pictures or paper bags, please bring them, but all materials will be supplied, including printed sources and a goodie bag of handmade and printed ephemera.
SUMMER STILL-LIFE WATERCOLOUR with Sophie, Saturday 12th July 2-4pm £35. Join Sophie’s Watercolour and Drawing Workshops, where creativity flows in a relaxed, supportive environment. At just £35 per person per session, you’ll receive one-on-one guidance, making it perfect for beginners or anyone looking to refine their skills. Explore different techniques, build your confidence, and enjoy a fun, hands-on experience. Limited spaces available, so book your spot today! For more information or to reserve your place, contact Sophie at sophierchiz@gmail.com or call her on 07764 877105
LINOCUT Thursday August 14th 1-4.30pm £45, with Alison. You will learn the basics of linocut then design and cut an image from which you will make your own unique prints and print 2 greetings cards. You will also take your cut Lino home, ideal for endless printing - I will show you how to do it at home with very little equipment. This workshop is suitable for anyone aged 14+ and adults. Maximum 4 places.
WATERCOLOUR TREES AND SUNSET with Sophie, Saturday 16th August 2-4pm £35. Join Sophie’s Watercolour and Drawing Workshops, where creativity flows in a relaxed, supportive environment. At just £35 per person per session, you’ll receive one-on-one guidance, making it perfect for beginners or anyone looking to refine their skills. Explore different techniques, build your confidence, and enjoy a fun, hands-on experience. Limited spaces available, so book your spot today! For more information or to reserve your place, contact Sophie at sophierchiz@gmail.com or call her on 07764 877105
EXPRESSIVE DRAWING with Alison, Thursday August 21st, 2-4.30pm, £35. You will explore a variety of drawing techniques and create expressive drawings in response to natural objects and plant materials. Suitable for those aged 14+ and adults.
MONOPRINTING with Alison, Thursday August 28th 2-4.30pm £40. Learn this fun and achievable method of printing. During this workshop you will explore various monoprint techniques which will easily transfer to home printing. This workshop is suitable for those aged 14+ and adults. Maximum 4 places.
LINOCUT Saturday 13th September, 1.30-5pm £45, with Alison. You will learn the basics of linocut then design and cut an image from which you will make your own unique prints and print 2 greetings cards. You will also take your cut Lino home, ideal for endless printing - I will show you how to do it at home with very little equipment. This workshop is suitable for anyone aged 14+ and adults. Maximum 4 places.
WATERCOLOUR AND FIZZ with Alison, Thursday 2nd October 7-9pm, £40. We will explore contemporary watercolour techniques and produce a colourful, expressive painting, whilst enjoying a glass or two and nibbles.
Workshops will take place in the studio with plenty of ventilation. All workshop attendees are asked not to attend any event with any cold symptoms. Tea/coffee and biscuits provided but if your workshop runs over the lunch period, we suggest you bring a packed lunch.
MORE EXCITING WORKSHOPS frequently added, so keep an eye out or email Alison at info@studioartdays.co.uk to be added to the mailing list and be kept up to date.
OR! Create your own Workshops
Get together with a group of friends and arrange your own bespoke workshop. You choose the workshop and the date and we provide the fun!
SILK PAINTING ....... LINOCUT ..... DRAWING ...... SILVER JEWELLERY MAKING ...... LEATHERWORK .......SPOON CARVING ...... BOTTLE LAMP MAKING ...... SEWING ...... DOG COLLAR MAKING......WET FELTING......CYANOTYPE ........ SCREENPRINTING .........BLOCKPRINTING..........RESIN WORK ......... SHARPENING ........ WOODLAND STICK MAKING ........ GLASS ...... JUNK JOURNALING
NB Please note, we ask that participants refrain from attending workshops with any cold or flu symptoms - we will of course provided a refund or transfer to a future workshop.
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