Our art skills courses, classes, workshops & taster sessions cover 4-key areas to support students to develop their art skills so that they turn into well-rounded creative artists – whether for their own enjoyment or with ambitions to exhibit and sell work.
Introducing our 5 Week Beginner’s Course, commencing in Autumn 2025 – time and date to be arranged. Learn new skills with expert guidance. All materials and refreshments provided. Join us for a creative journey like no other.
Today, we embrace the vibrant spirit of summer as we paint holiday
cocktails in acrylics. To begin, you’ll outline the playful shapes of glasses
and garnishes. Then, we’ll explore techniques to layer bold colours and
add highlights, creating lively textures and depth.
Choice of times: 10am-1pm, 2pm-5pm or 6.30pm-9pm
Wall Village Hall, Watling Street, Wall, Lichfield. WS14 0AW
Step back in time and capture the charm of vintage seaside travel posters i n this lesson using acrylic gouache. You will start by sketching bold, eye-catching compositions inspired by classic designs, complete with striking imagery and stylish typography. Then we will bring your posters to life wiht acrylic gouache techniques, focussing on vabrant colour layering, blending and dramatic contrasts.
Choice of times: 10am-1pm, 2pm-5pm or 6.30-9pm
Wall Village Hall, Watling Street, Wall, Lichfield. WS14 0AW
Inspired by the elegance 1930’s, this session uses acrylics to paint nostalgic scenes. You will start with pencil sketches, capturing the poses and details that tell a story. We’ll explore dramatic atmospheres while also examining the work of Scottish artist Jack Vettriano – celebrated for his commercial success but ostracised by the art critics. What’s your take?