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, and mark-making in a focused but friendly environment.

Most classes 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

January

Watercolour Class with Award-Winning Artist Janie Pirie
Sat 24^th · 10am–4pm · £78
Learn to capture the delicate beauty of flowers with expert botanical techniques and individual guidance. Book now →

March

Illuminated Lettering Workshop with Award-Winning Artist Janie Pirie
Sat 7^th · 10am–4pm · £78
Create your own illuminated letter using gold leaf in a day of creativity and calm. Book now →

April

Spring Colours: Ballpoint and Wash for Beginners with Gail Hoban
Sat 11^th · 10am–4pm · £83
This relaxed, hands-on workshop is designed to help you reconnect with drawing through simple, structured exercises inspired by nature. We’ll work from real objects and photographs, exploring how line, shading, and mark-making can help you capture form, tone, and atmosphere. Book now →

May

Loose Flower Painting Watercolour Workshop (All Abilities) with Helen Wiseman
Sat 9^th · 10am–4pm · £78
A joyful, mindful day exploring loose watercolour florals and designing your own flower wreath. Book now →

July

Watercolour Shop Front Illustration (All Abilities) with Helen Wiseman
Sat 4^th · 10am–4pm · £78
Bring charming shop fronts to life in watercolour and ink with playful, characterful detail. Book now →

August

Kingfisher Coloured Pencil Workshop (All Abilities) with Stephanie Sekula
Sat 22^nd · 10am–4pm · £78
Learn coloured pencil layering and blending techniques to create a striking kingfisher study. Book now →

September

Pointillism for Beginners – Open to All – with Jo Legge
Sat 19^th · 10am–4pm · £78
Discover colour, tone, and texture through this meditative painting technique inspired by Seurat. Book now →

October

Winter Colours: Ballpoint and Wash for Beginners with Gail Hoban
Sat 10^th · 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. Book now →

November

Pointillism for Beginners – Open to All – with Jo Legge
Sat 28^th · 10am–4pm · £78
Experiment with colour mixing and rhythm to create luminous, textured artworks in pointillist style. Book now →

December

Kingfisher Coloured Pencil Workshop (All Abilities) with Stephanie Sekula
Sat 5^th · 10am–4pm · £78
Perfect your coloured pencil skills while capturing the vibrant plumage of this beautiful bird. Book now →