Create-ivity is an 8-week programme designed to foster a sense of creative expression, collaborative learning and development.

Extend your printmaking vocabulary, in this 8 week course which will include collagraph, relief, and intaglio printing, plexi-plate dry point etching, chine collé, and foam plate printing.

This ongoing term class with James Lawrence explores abstract painting concepts and techniques utilising acrylic paints, gels and additives. Demonstrations and discussions will cover colour, form and composition as each week is filled with discovery and painting adventures. Limited spaces available.

Is there anything you have always wanted to shape in clay? Whether it is functional or sculptural, this is the time to find support for your creative ventures. The class offers the opportunity to experiment with a variety of modelling techniques under the guidance of experienced tutor Kairava Gullatz. Students will discover their individual way of handling the clay, as well as enjoying a social creative environment. Surface decorations with slips and glazes are part of the teaching.

In this 2 day workshop you will discover the secrets of heavy mixed media. Full of informative demonstrations and lots of fun, this weekend is the most perfect way to use all your little treasures and the junk from your trunk.

Art clay copper is a clay material that can be used to make a range of jewellery. The copper clay compound allows for kiln firing and vastly reduces the firing time. Learn sculpting techniques and the basics of jewellery design as you create your own pieces using this unique form of copper. Over the two days participants will create a beautiful copper ring and pendant or earrings which can be set with a stone if desired.

Explore the exciting, image rich and low cost printmaking technique of collagraph. In this course we will learn a range of techniques available within this medium, including detailed and precise intaglio processes and building up textured plates with materials such as leaves, carborundum and gesso.

This weekend workshop offers an inspiring and instructive approach to screen printing onto fabric using simple hand-cut stencils. Learn some stenciling and stamping techniques, mix your own fabulous combinations of colours and take away several squares of printed cotton—perfect for whipping up into your own unique cushions or crafts.

*A new series of Summer School workshops will be available in 2019. Watch this space.*
Summer School is an annual programme of arts and creative workshops for adults held in January.