Workshops
We host a busy and varied programme of creative workshops, led by expert art and craft tutors. All abilities are welcome – whether you're an artist who wants to brush up on your skills, or a beginner wishing to learn something new.
The creative classes are run as either one-off sessions or as a series of half-day workshops over 6 weeks. The workshops cover a wide range of creative activity, such as watercolours, pastels, oils, acrylics, clay sculpture, art journals, ink, drawing, printing & stitching, embroidery, mixed media, felting and willow work. It's a great way to get creative in a beautiful building, with like-minded people and talented, supportive tutors.
To book your place, call 01460 54973 or email workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk leaving your telephone number.
Exploring Acrylic Techniques
Acrylics - Experimenting with Colour, Composition and new Techniques
£45 plus £5 for materials paid to tutor on the day
To book please ring: 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Oil and Cold wax- A different approach to painting
Cold wax is a versatile medium mixed with oil paints and applied with unconventional tools. Both landscape and figurative painters around the world find that the addition of cold wax medium offer unique and exciting effects.
This workshop is especially suited to those who prefer learning new techniques and playfully experimenting with colour and texture. No previous experience is required, just come and be surprised by what you create!
10.30 - 2.30pm
£55 and £12 to tutor on the day for materials
Loose Acrylic Florals
Learn to paint gorgeous, illustrative floral pictures in acrylics in these monthly sessions suitable for beginners. Let your imagination flow as you explore a loose and expressive style.
Cost: £95 for 6 weeks
Apr 16, 23, 30, May 7, 14, 21
1 - 3pm
To book please ring: 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Pastels
Linda Hampson’s ever popular pastel workshops.
6-week course on Thursdays: Apr 17, 24, May 1, 8, 15, 22
10am - 1pm
£90 for 6 sessions
To book please ring 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Mixed Media Art Journaling
This class is not about ‘keeping a journal’ in the normal written sense, it is more of a process of creating all kinds of ‘no rule" art, that includes collage, painting, sketching, and maybe some words or quotes, within the pages of a book.
6 sessions: April 17, 24, May 1, 8, 15, 22
Thursdays, 1.30pm - 3pm
Cost: £95 for 6 sessions
To book please ring: 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Willow Obelisk
Our willow obelisk course is perfect for anyone looking to add a unique and natural look to their outdoor space.
You will learn how to craft your own willow obelisk using locally sourced willow.
Cost: £40 (all materials included)
To book please ring: 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Watercolours
Watercolour classes with tutor Nicky Clarke
Tuesdays: April 22, 29, May 6, 13, 20
Morning session: 10am - 12pm
Afternoon session: 1pm - 3pm
£20 per session
To book, contact Nicky directly on: 01460 281773 or email randnclarke@hotmail.co.uk
Drawing and painting
NOW FULLY BOOKED
Painting is about ‘looking’ and drawing exercises our ‘looking’ skills and our awareness.
We will draw and paint on this course. Drawing exercises will designed to help us ‘see’ but painting is where we are aiming!
Beginners and experienced are all welcome to a relaxed class where everyone is encouraged and supported to work on individual choices and their own personal artistic development.
5 week course: April 23, 30, May 7, 14, 21
Wednesdays 9:45am - noon
£22 per session
To book, contact Juliet directly on: 01278 795364 or email: julietfarnese@gmail.com
Time to Write
Write the stories only you can write in this class. Tap into your creativity by responding to weekly writing prompts in class, underpinned by writing craft advice.
6-week course on Fridays: April 25, May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
10am - 12pm
Cost: £105 for 6 sessions
To book please ring: 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Exploring Acrylic Techniques
Acrylics - Experimenting with Colour, Composition and new Techniques
£45 plus £5 for materials paid to tutor on the day
To book please ring: 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Oil and Cold wax - A different approach to painting
Cold wax is a versatile medium mixed with oil paints and applied with unconventional tools. Both landscape and figurative painters around the world find that the addition of cold wax medium offer unique and exciting effects.
This workshop, run by Bev Purdue, is especially suited to those who prefer learning new techniques and playfully experimenting with colour and texture. No previous experience is required, just come and be surprised by what you create!
10.30 - 2.30pm
£55, and £12 to tutor on the day for materials
Local Landscapes in Oils: the Power of Light
Join the overall winner of the 2023 Ilminster Arts Centre Open Exhibition, to explore using oils to create atmospheric and expressive landscapes. In this course Annie Musgrove will focus on how to use light in the landscape to add interest and drama.
Cost: £50, plus £5 for materials payable on the day.
To book please ring 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Oil and Cold wax- A different approach to painting
Cold wax is a versatile medium mixed with oil paints and applied with unconventional tools. Both landscape and figurative painters around the world find that the addition of cold wax medium offer unique and exciting effects.
This workshop is especially suited to those who prefer learning new techniques and playfully experimenting with colour and texture. No previous experience is required, just come and be surprised by what you create!
10.30 - 2.30pm
£55 and £12 to tutor on the day for materials
Willow Obelisk
Our willow obelisk course is perfect for anyone looking to add a unique and natural look to their outdoor space.
You will learn how to craft your own willow obelisk using locally sourced willow.
Cost: £40 (all materials included)
To book please ring: 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Time to Write
Write the stories only you can write in this class. Tap into your creativity by responding to weekly writing prompts in class, underpinned by writing craft advice.
6-week course on Fridays: Feb. 28, March 7,14, 21, 28, April 4.
10am - 12pm
Cost: £105 for 6 sessions
To book please ring: 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Loose Acrylic Florals
Learn to paint gorgeous, illustrative floral pictures in acrylics in these monthly sessions suitable for beginners. Let your imagination flow as you explore a loose and expressive style.
Cost: £95 for 6 weeks
Feb 26, Mar 5, 12, 19, 26, Apr 2
1 - 3pm
To book please ring: 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Watercolours
Watercolour classes with tutor Nicky Clarke
Tuesdays: Feb 25, Mar 4, 11, 18, 25, Apr 1
Morning session: 10am - 12pm
Afternoon session: 1pm - 3pm
£22 per session
To book, contact Nicky directly on: 01460 281773 or email randnclarke@hotmail.co.uk
Oil and Cold wax- A different approach to painting
Cold wax is a versatile medium mixed with oil paints and applied with unconventional tools. Both landscape and figurative painters around the world find that the addition of cold wax medium offer unique and exciting effects.
This workshop is especially suited to those who prefer learning new techniques and playfully experimenting with colour and texture. No previous experience is required, just come and be surprised by what you create!
10.30 - 2.30pm
£55 and £12 to tutor on the day for materials
Exploring Acrylic Techniques
Acrylics - Experimenting with Colour, Composition and new Techniques
£45 plus £5 for materials paid to tutor on the day
To book please ring: 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Exploring Acrylic Techniques
Acrylics - Experimenting with Colour, Composition and new Techniques
£45 plus £5 for materials paid to tutor on the day
To book please ring: 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
CANCELLED
An introduction to Paper Quilling
Philippa's Introduction to Paper Quilling workshop is designed to be an enjoyable hands-on 'taster' session for groups of up to ten people. The basic workshop lasts 2 - 3 hours, and includes the following elements:
- An introduction to quilling and its history
- Examples of antique and contemporary quilling
- Basic techniques of paper coil making and creation of simple shapes
- The assembly of shapes to create a variety of quilled motifs.
By the end of the workshop, each participant will have made a quilled design to take away with them. This typically takes the form of a small picture or greetings card.
Cost: £40 (plus £5 to the tutor on the day for materials)
To book please ring: 01460 54973
Short Stories and Flash Fiction
Discover your creativity through writing short stories and flash fiction and find out how to make your writing shine. The course will cover how to start and keep going, story shapes and structure, point of view, and characterisation.
Each week there will be writing prompts, time to share work and feedback so you can discover your writing super-skills
6-week course on Fridays: Jan 10, 17, 24, 31, Feb 7, 14
10am - 12pm
Cost: £105 for 6 sessions
To book please ring: 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Pastels
Linda Hampson’s ever popular pastel workshops.
6-week course on Thursdays: Jan 9, 16, 23, 30, Feb 6, 13
10am - 1pm
£90 for 6 sessions
To book please ring 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Loose Acrylic Florals
Learn to paint gorgeous, illustrative floral pictures in acrylics in these monthly sessions suitable for beginners. Let your imagination flow as you explore a loose and expressive style.
Cost: £95 for 6 weeks
Jan 8, 15, 22, 29, Feb 5, 12
1 - 3pm
To book please ring: 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Drawing and painting
Painting is about ‘looking’ and drawing exercises our ‘looking’ skills and our awareness.
We will draw and paint on this course. Drawing exercises will designed to help us ‘see’ but painting is where we are aiming!
Beginners and experienced are all welcome to a relaxed class where everyone is encouraged and supported to work on individual choices and their own personal artistic development.
6 week course: Jan 8, 15, 22, 29, Feb 5, 12
Wednesdays 9:45am - noon
£22 per session
To book, contact Juliet directly on: 01278 795364 or email: julietfarnese@gmail.com
Watercolours
Watercolour classes with tutor Nicky Clarke
Tuesdays: Jan 7, 14, 21, 28, Feb 4, 11
Morning session: 10am - 12pm
Afternoon session: 1pm - 3pm
£22 per session
To book, contact Nicky directly on: 01460 281773 or email randnclarke@hotmail.co.uk
Art Journaling
Art journaling is a process of collage, writing & drawing.
A mindful class that allows you to experiment and try new things to create a wonderful book of memories to enjoy for years.
6 sessions: Jan 9, 16, 23, 30, Feb 6, 13
Thursdays, 1.30pm - 3pm
Cost: £95 for 6 sessions
To book please ring: 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Oil and Cold wax- A different approach to painting
Cold wax is a versatile medium mixed with oil paints and applied with unconventional tools. Both landscape and figurative painters around the world find that the addition of cold wax medium offer unique and exciting effects.
This workshop is especially suited to those who prefer learning new techniques and playfully experimenting with colour and texture. No previous experience is required, just come and be surprised by what you create!
10.30 - 2.30pm
£55 and £12 to tutor on the day for materials
Oil and Cold wax- A different approach to painting
Cold wax is a versatile medium mixed with oil paints and applied with unconventional tools. Both landscape and figurative painters around the world find that the addition of cold wax medium offer unique and exciting effects.
This workshop is especially suited to those who prefer learning new techniques and playfully experimenting with colour and texture. No previous experience is required, just come and be surprised by what you create!
10.30 - 2.30pm
£55 and £12 to tutor on the day for materials
Oil and Cold wax- A different approach to painting
Cold wax is a versatile medium mixed with oil paints and applied with unconventional tools. Both landscape and figurative painters around the world find that the addition of cold wax medium offer unique and exciting effects.
This workshop is especially suited to those who prefer learning new techniques and playfully experimenting with colour and texture. No previous experience is required, just come and be surprised by what you create!
10.30 - 2.30pm
£55 and £12 to tutor on the day for materials
Willow Angels
Our willow angels course is perfect for anyone looking to add a unique and natural look to their indoor or outdoor space.
You will learn how to craft your own willow angels using locally sourced willow.
Cost: £30 (all materials included)
To book please ring: 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Felting
Felt Making, wet or dry - all techniques available! Suitable for complete beginners or the more experienced.
All day workshop, 3rd Friday of the month.
10am - 3pm
Upcoming sessions: Dec 20
Cost: £30 per session
To book please ring: 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Exploring Acrylic Techniques
Acrylics - Experimenting with Colour, Composition and new Techniques
£40 plus £5 for materials paid to tutor on the day
To book please ring: 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Exploring Acrylic Techniques
Acrylics - Experimenting with Colour, Composition and new Techniques
£40 plus £5 for materials paid to tutor on the day
To book please ring: 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Felting
Felt Making, wet or dry - all techniques available! Suitable for complete beginners or the more experienced.
All day workshop, 3rd Friday of the month.
10am - 3pm
Upcoming sessions: Nov 15, Dec 20
Cost: £30 per session
To book please ring: 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Loose Acrylic Florals
Learn to paint gorgeous, illustrative floral pictures in acrylics in these monthly sessions suitable for beginners. Let your imagination flow as you explore a loose and expressive style.
Cost: £95 for 6 weeks
Nov 6, 13, 20, 27, Dec 4, 11
1 - 3pm
To book please ring: 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Willow Reindeer
Our willow reindeer course is perfect for anyone looking to add a unique and natural look to their indoor or outdoor space.
You will learn how to craft your own willow reindeer using locally sourced willow.
Cost: £80 (all materials included)
To book please ring: 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
3-in-1 Christmas Craft workshop for children - includes FREE cookie and juice box!
CANCELLED
** Mosaic Stars **
$$ Dip and Dye a Candle $$
## Christmas tree decorations ##
Age 4-12
Cost: £6
To book please contact: 01460 54973 or workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Oil and Cold wax- A different approach to painting
Cold wax is a versatile medium which is mixed with oil paints and applied with unconventional tools, with not a paint brush in sight!
No previous experience is required, just come and be surprised by what you create!
10.30 - 2.30pm
£55 and £12 to tutor on the day for materials
Exploring Acrylic Techniques
Acrylics - Experimenting with Colour, Composition and new Techniques
A series of three separate day workshops on Wednesday October 23, Saturday November 30, Saturday December 14
£40 plus £5 for materials paid to tutor on the day
To book please ring: 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Oil and Cold wax- A different approach to painting
Cold wax is a versatile medium which is mixed with oil paints and applied with unconventional tools, with not a paint brush in sight!
No previous experience is required, just come and be surprised by what you create!
10.30 - 2.30pm
£55 and £12 to tutor on the day for materials
Felting
Felt Making, wet or dry - all techniques available! Suitable for complete beginners or the more experienced.
All day workshop, 3rd Friday of the month.
10am - 3pm
Upcoming sessions: Oct 18, Nov 15, Dec 20
Cost: £30 per session
To book please ring: 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk