Drawing, painting and watercolour - one day and taster courses

Helping learners access a playul, collaborative and intuitive mode of painting, inspired by iconic artistic collaborations of the past. Learners will work in pairs and trios, to co-create paintings and drawings. All materials are provided, and everyone is welcome.

Join us for a dynamic one-day studio painting workshop exploring the bold, expressive techniques of Helen Frankenthaler. The day will begin with a group conversation exploring Frankenthaler’s life, artistic influences, and legacy within the Abstract Expressionist movement. Through visual analysis and discussion, participants will gain insight into her unique process and philosophy.
As the day progresses the tutor will demonstrate and learners will experiment with various techniques including painting on unprimed fabric using fluid, gestural mark making.
Learners who would prefer to work on their own projects are welcome to throughout the day. Our expert tutor will tailor their guidance to your individual interests and experience. All materials provided. Please wear clothes suitable for painting.

Explore the world of Jennifer Packer in this one-day studio painting workshop at the Granville Park Centre. Through group discussion, demonstrations, and one-to-one support, you’ll explore and experiment with the various painting techniques used by this contemporary artist.
Learners who would prefer to work on their own projects are welcome to throughout the day. Our expert tutor will tailor their guidance to your individual interests and experience. All materials provided. Please wear clothes suitable for painting.

Discover the joy of painting in this engaging, hands-on one-day workshop suitable for beginners and those looking to refresh their skills. This short course provides a supportive and creative environment where you can explore painting techniques, experiment with colour, and develop your confidence as an artist.
Throughout the day, you will be introduced to key principles such as composition, colour mixing, brushwork, and texture. Guided by an experienced tutor, you’ll complete your own painting while learning how to translate ideas, observations, or reference images into a finished piece.
Whether you prefer working with acrylics, watercolours, or mixed media, the workshop encourages exploration and individual expression. Step-by-step demonstrations and one-to-one support ensure that you gain practical skills while enjoying a relaxed and inspiring atmosphere.

Explore the beauty of watercolour in this 1 day workshop suitable for all levels of ability.
You’ll discover how to create vibrant, expressive paintings while learning key techniques such as wet-on-dry and wet-on-wet. We’ll cover the essentials of colour theory and mixing, helping you bring depth and harmony to your work. Plus, you’ll gain practical tips on choosing the right paper, brushes, and paints, and understand how watercolour behaves

Explore different approaches to charcoal drawing in this one-day class. During the session you’ll build your confidence and the skills required to use this versatile and expressive medium. You’ll begin by discussing techniques and experimenting with the application of charcoal before progressing to a composition of your own. You’re encouraged to bring photographs, such as landscapes or holiday pictures for example, and objects to work from if you want to make your drawing more personal.

Join us for a dynamic one-day studio painting workshop inspired by the intimate, narrative-rich work of Salman Toor. The day will begin with a group discussion exploring Toor’s practice, his influences, and his exploration of identity, memory, and everyday life within contemporary figurative painting. Through visual analysis and conversation, participants will gain insight into his use of colour, atmosphere, and storytelling.
As the day unfolds, the tutor will demonstrate techniques that reflect Toor’s painterly approach, including working with expressive brushwork, tonal contrasts, and carefully constructed compositions. Learners will experiment with developing figures and scenes that convey mood, ambiguity, and personal narratives, exploring how gesture and environment can bring a painting to life.
Learners who would prefer to work on their own projects are welcome to do so throughout the day. Our expert tutor will tailor their guidance to your individual interests and experience. All materials are provided. Please wear clothes suitable for painting.

Join us for a dynamic one-day studio painting workshop inspired by the inventive, exploratory work of Amy Sillman. The day will begin with a group discussion examining Sillman’s practice, her role in contemporary abstraction, and her playful yet rigorous approach to painting and drawing. Through visual analysis and conversation, participants will gain insight into her use of line, colour, humour, and visual thinking.
As the day unfolds, the tutor will demonstrate techniques that embrace experimentation, revision, and process-led painting. Learners will explore building compositions through intuitive mark-making, reworking, layering, and combining elements of abstraction with suggestive figuration. Emphasis will be placed on testing ideas, embracing change, and allowing paintings to evolve through active decision-making.
Learners who would prefer to work on their own projects are welcome to do so throughout the day. Our expert tutor will tailor their guidance to your individual interests and experience. All materials are provided. Please wear clothes suitable for painting.

Explore the richly coloured, intimate worlds of Doron Langberg in this one-day studio painting workshop at the Brockley Rise Centre. Through group discussion, practical demonstrations, and one-to-one support, you’ll investigate Langberg’s approach to figurative painting, focusing on expressive use of colour, texture, and atmosphere to convey emotion and everyday moments. You’ll be encouraged to experiment with painterly mark-making, layered surfaces, and working from memory or observation. (If you have images you would like to work from please bring them with you to the class). Learners who would prefer to develop their own personal projects are welcome to do so throughout the day. Our expert tutor will adapt their guidance to suit your individual interests and level of experience. All materials are provided. Please wear clothes suitable for painting.

Join us for a dynamic one-day studio painting workshop inspired by the evocative, dreamlike work of Naudline Pierre. The day will begin with a group conversation exploring Pierre’s artistic practice, influences, and her distinctive place within contemporary figurative painting. Through visual analysis and discussion, participants will gain insight into her rich symbolism, narrative imagery, and painterly approach.
As the day progresses, the tutor will demonstrate and learners will experiment with techniques reflecting Pierre’s use of colour, composition, and layered storytelling. Participants will explore ways to develop personal imagery and atmosphere through expressive painting processes.
Learners who would prefer to work on their own projects are welcome to do so throughout the day. Our expert tutor will tailor their guidance to your individual interests and experience. All materials are provided. Please wear clothes suitable for painting.

Ink is dynamic and versatile medium with so much potential to explore! In this one-day intensive drawing class, you will learn to capture and exploit this medium to achieve fantastic results. Expertly guided by your tutor you’ll discuss the formal elements of art and design, and develop your observation skills through experimentation and exploration.