Workshops
Art Workshops
At Townhouse we run a programme of one-day and weekend art workshops led by visiting artists and illustrators. These are relaxed, materials-led sessions designed to help you explore painting, drawing, printmaking, and mark-making in a focused but friendly environment.
Our programme includes both full-day workshops and shorter beginner classes. Most sessions are suitable for complete beginners, and everything you need on the day is provided. Upcoming dates are listed below and can be booked online through our art schedule.
2026 Workshops
May
Loose Flower Painting Watercolour Workshop (All Abilities) with Helen Wiseman
Sat 9th · 10am–4pm · £78
A joyful, mindful day exploring loose watercolour florals and designing your own flower wreath.
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Beginner Watercolour: Paint a Hare
Sun 10th · 2pm–4pm · £40
A relaxed and enjoyable introduction to watercolour, perfect for complete beginners. Learn simple techniques including washes, layering, and detail as you paint a hare from start to finish.
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Beginner Lino Printing with Sam Scales
Sat 16th · 10am–4pm · £83
Learn every step of making a hand-printed linocut, from transferring your image onto lino to carving, inking, and printing. A mindful, tactile introduction to printmaking, with no previous experience required.
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Beginner Watercolour: Paint a Guinea Pig
Sun 17th · 11am–1pm · £40
A fun and friendly beginner watercolour class where you’ll learn to paint a guinea pig from start to finish. Ideal for building confidence with simple techniques in a relaxed, supportive setting.
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Beginner Watercolour: Paint a Guinea Pig
Thu 28th · 7pm–9pm · £40
A fun and friendly beginner watercolour class where you’ll learn to paint a guinea pig from start to finish. Ideal for building confidence with simple techniques in a relaxed, supportive setting.
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June
Handmade Summer Sketchbooks with Julia Fonnereau
Thu 4th, 11th, 18th & 25th · 7pm–9.30pm · £160
Create your own handmade concertina sketchbook, then spend four relaxed weekly sessions filling its pages with flowers, plants and summer-inspired drawings and paintings.
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Observation Drawing: The Art of Seeing with Julia Fonnereau
Sat 13th · 10am–4pm · £83
A one-day workshop exploring drawing through close observation, attention and confidence-building exercises. Ideal for beginners and more experienced artists looking for a fresh approach.
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July
Watercolour Shop Front Illustration (All Abilities) with Helen Wiseman
Sat 4th · 10am–4pm · £78
Bring charming shop fronts to life in watercolour and ink with playful, characterful detail.
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August
Kingfisher Coloured Pencil Workshop (All Abilities) with Stephanie Sekula
Sat 22nd · 10am–4pm · £78
Learn coloured pencil layering and blending techniques to create a striking kingfisher study.
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September
Pointillism for Beginners - Open to All - with Jo Legge
Sat 19th · 10am–4pm · £78
Discover colour, tone, and texture through this meditative painting technique inspired by Seurat.
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October
Winter Colours: Ballpoint and Wash for Beginners with Gail Hoban
Sat 10th · 10am–4pm · £83
This relaxed, hands-on workshop focuses on drawing and colour through the colder tones and textures of the season. Working from natural objects and photographs, you’ll explore how line, shading, and layered washes can bring depth and atmosphere to your work.
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November
Pointillism for Beginners - Open to All - with Jo Legge
Sat 28th · 10am–4pm · £78
Experiment with colour mixing and rhythm to create luminous, textured artworks in pointillist style.
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December
Kingfisher Coloured Pencil Workshop (All Abilities) with Stephanie Sekula
Sat 5th · 10am–4pm · £78
Perfect your coloured pencil skills while capturing the vibrant plumage of this beautiful bird.
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