Art In The Attic - Painting Classes

ABSTRACT PAINTING

Sat 1:00-4:00pm 11th, 18th, 25th May & 1 June

Suitable for All Levels/Limited to 5 people 


Whether you're an experienced painter or a beginner, our tutor will help you understand 'abstraction' and create captivating, unique pieces that reflect your own style and vision. This course will equip participants with a good understanding of abstract painting styles and subject matter. By the end of the course, you will have gained a better understanding of abstraction and create a finished painting.

If you are not familiar with the theory of colours or would like to do some revisions, we recommend the colour theory workshop (Beyond the Colour Wheel) prior to attend the class.

The course consists of 4 weekly sessions. Each session is 3 hours including a short break. 

Cost: £80 for the course (4 weeks) including basic materials.

Tutor: Miyoko Yamashita 



Botanical Painting (Water Colour)

Thurs 11 am-1 pm starting in Spring 2024

Suitable for All Levels/Limited to 5 people 


Do you like plants or enjoy working in the garden? Botanical painting is traditionally used for the purpose of scientific recording. However, botanical painting can produce something attractive and the process is soothing and satisfying.

This course teaches how to observe plants and trace their shapes and colours using pencil and watercolour paint. Through this course, you will gain confidence in drawing, understanding colour, light and shade. 


The course consists of 4 weekly sessions. Each session is 2 hours. 

Cost: £60 for the course (4 weeks) 

Tutor: Miyoko Yamashita


Learn to draw

Thurs 2-4PM starting in Spring 2024

Suitable for Beginner's Level/Limited to 5 people 

This introductory drawing class will teach you how to draw shapes in proportion, light and shadow as well as how to view objects using 'negative space'. You will also enjoy experimenting with various drawing mediums such as pencil, charcoal, pastel, ink and even cloth. 

The course consists of 4 weekly sessions. Each session is 2 hours including a short break. 

Cost: £60 for the course (4 weeks) including all the basic materials.

Tutor: Miyoko Yamashita .

Mixed Media Painting

Wed 1-4 pm starting in Spring 2024

Suitable for All Levels/Limited to 5 people.


Join our mixed media painting class and explore the exciting world of art through a variety of mediums! In this class, you'll learn mixed media techniques using multiple painting mediums and forms such as collage. The tutor will guide you through each step of the process, from selecting materials to creating a finished piece. This is a cosy small group course. You'll enjoy mixing with other like-minded individuals to work together and exchange ideas and thoughts.  

To reserve a spot, click register below or go to our 'Available Courses' tab located at the top of the page.

The course consists of 4 weekly sessions. Each session is 3 hours including a short break. 

Cost: £80 for the course (4 weeks) including all the basic materials.

Tutor: Vanessa Ann Langford 



Oil Painting

Fri1:00-4:00 pm Starting in Spring

Suitable for all levels/Limited to 5 people

This course explores various oil painting techniques including 'Impasto', 'grading' or use of part knife and cloth. At the beginning of the course, colour mixing will be explained. You will be free to choose your own interest subject matter with the help or guidance of the tutor if you are not sure about the subject you wish to work with.


If you are not familiar with the theory of colours or would like to do some revisions, we recommend the colour theory workshop (Beyond the Colour Wheel) before attending the class.

The course consists of 4 weekly sessions. Each session is for 3 hours including a short break.  

Cost: £80 for a course (4 weeks) including some basic materials.

Tutor: Valerie Hallwell

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