Courses & Workshops
| Arts & Crafts short courses and one-day-only workshops for all age groups and skill levels. |
Frequently changing list of subjects delivered by independent, experienced artists & makers. | |
Sociable morale-boosting productive sessions to extend your skills in a friendly atmosphere. | |
Economic use of materials with minimum waste and maximum care for the environment. | |
To book a place or to ask about future courses or workshops call Anne 01795 535515. |
LATEST CLASSES / WORKSHOPS / COURSES NEWS
Tutor session options vary all the time, depending on demand, please check the calendar for class details, dates and booking info, and if possible our Facebook page.
REGULAR/RECENT/NEW SHORT COURSES, CLASSES/WORKSHOPS OR 1-2-1 TUITION FROM TUTOR-ARTISTS SUCH AS ROBERT LAMOON, YVONNE RIGBY, NICOLE ANTRAS, NEIL BROWN, CLARE LANGLANDS, SARAH SIMMONDS, JOHANNA ROHAN, KAREN LOUISE GEORGE, JACQUELINE SUMMER, NICOLA CHATTEN, MONICA HILLS, OLESIA SEROHINA, AMANDA THESIGER, LOLA MCDOWELL, WENDY DEAN, LOLA MCDOWELL & GLENN HAMILTON…
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Karen Louise George aka ‘The Wild Darkroom’ offers a range of short-courses and workshops such as her Beginners Photography Course. For more info see her website The Wild Darkroom, or email her at hello@thewilddarkroom.co.uk for her latest dates and times…
Yvonne Rigby (as CKJ Artisan) is offering her popular Beginner [Fused Glass] Workshops with various dates (TBA) and Follow-on sessions available on request, plus Mixed Ability workshops – dates to be advised (all sessions £90 per person). Special Taster Workshops will also come up from time to time. To book or to get future dates, Follow-ons & 1:1s call 01795 535515 or email her directly via ckjartisan@gmail.com, or visit her ETSY shop or direct message on her Facebook Page.
Sarah Simmonds of Goose Studio (on the Basement level) delivers a variety of Printing Workshops such as ‘Beginners/Refreshers/Intermediate level versions of Screen Printing, Risograph, Poster, Zine Making, Greeting Cards Workshops). See table of links above… New dates pop up all the time so to book and/or get the latest courses info via her website to avoid disappointment (limited places).
Clare Langlands offers short courses and one-day-workshops such as her short course/workshops: Expressive Watercolour Painting inspired by land, sea and sky, A Guide to Drawing Portraits, Linoprinting – inspired by beachcoming, or ‘4 Drawing Projects’ amongst others. To book or find out about future dates such as Clare’s latest 2026 workshops & short courses call 07963 092490 or email clarelanglands@gmail.com.
Nicole Antras published a number of one-day & double workshop sessions on Sundays (usually 10.30am – 3pm, £55pp, all materials included), including: Intro to Lino Cut, Mindfulness Drawing, Basic Drawing Skills, Further Drawing Skills, 2-Colour Lino Cut, and Intro to Drypoint Engraving. Lookout for her latest Mindfulness Drawing Workshop 10.30am – 1pm Sunday 9th November (#SpecialPrice only £25pp!) To book and/or get more info about any of her workshops please email her directly via info@atelierantras.co.uk.
Neil Brown, long-term studio-holder is now offering new ‘Introduction to Adobe Photoshop‘ Workshops in one-to-one three-hour sessions on weekdays anytime between 9am – 5pm (£90). To book or for more info visit his website or email him direct neilbrown@beamtwenty3.co.uk
Jacqueline Summer has delivered many popular and varied art classes here over the years. Her painting workshops are very popular – to find out more about future dates visit her website www.jacquelinesummer.com
Monica Hills offers Wet-Felting Workshops (£45pp, all materials provided). To book and/or find out more call her direct on 07791 502225 or email: monicamhills@gmail.com
Nicola Chatten runs “Art of Paper” workshops such as those supported by the “UK Shared Prosperity Fund” #UKSPF and demonstrates Paper Art techniques >NO CHARGE< here at Creek occasionally (@nicolachattenpaper)
Olesya Seregina (aka Olesia Serohina) has delivered various Ukrainian Vytynanka Paper-cutting Workshops alongside and since her solo exhibition here – photos are available in our Facebook Page Album of the show. She may be delivering additional workshops TBC so to discuss future dates and other details please call us on 01795 535515 (or email Creek Creative).
Amanda Thesiger artist & art-tutor, often returns to deliver her environmentally-friendly workshops – such as ‘Making Natural Inks’ (with plants & minerals) in our Print Studio (all materials provided but bringing small jars is helpful). To find out more visit www.craftcourses.com
Lola McDowell artist, weaver & tutor, joined us back in 2025 to deliver her weaving workshops in the Lower Gallery. Having started in fine art, Lola then became more focused on hand-weaving and making her craft her art. She focuses on colour, texture, suitability for purpose, sustainability, while staying animal and planet friendly, and produces wall hangings, scarves, buttons, and many other accessories.
Glenn Hamilton is a new face and an experienced educator, private tutor, and former writer and editor with over ten years of experience helping writers of all ages find their voice. Glenn specialises in building confidence, mastering literary techniques and, most importantly, helping to develop a genuine love for writing and telling imaginative stories. He is delivering Writing Courses here initially on six Thursdays 8th/15th/22nd October and 5th/12th/19th November for two different demographics… Young Writers 4.30-6pm (£60pp for 6 sessions), and Adult Writers 7-9pm (£84pp for 6 sessions).
BACKGROUND
Over the years we have hosted a variety of arts and crafts related short courses and one-off day/half-day/hourly workshops for all age* groups, skill levels and ambitions (with ‘Taster Sessions’ often offered free of charge). Many of these courses & sessions are independently delivered by highly-skilled resident artists or makers, with broad teaching experience, as a vital supplement to their income. The intention has always been to evolve and expand the range of guidance offered, bring together like-minded productive folk, and mix relaxed creative activities with enjoyable and stimulating career development, while serving the fundamental artistic needs of the local community. To date educational activities have included life drawing, oil or acrylic painting, digital photography & manipulation, graphic design, creative upholstery, ceramics / pot-throwing, glass fusion, mask-making / cartoons / out-of-school sessions for kids, linocut printing, drama workshops, Yoga classes, flower arranging, lantern making, stone & wood carving, and mixed-media experimental sculpture.
Many of our courses operated during the working week within office hours, with some provision for evening or weekend sessions (where possible) for any would-be students limited by working full-time. Naturally all courses and workshops are subject to demand, and may be adapted to suit group bookings on application, so please get in touch to discuss potential arrangements and any suggestions you may have for online tuition services.
* Please note: in the past we have hosted activities for younger children, but currently we can only host ages 12+ owing to various Health & Safety issues / hazards relating to significant risks in the building. We apologize for any disappointment.
