Workshops

Our workshops are all about giving you the chance to get hands-on, try something new, and discover your creative side. Led by experienced artists and makers, each session is designed to help you explore materials, experiment with techniques, and enjoy the process of making in a friendly and welcoming environment.

And if you’re looking for even more inspiration, don’t forget to visit our exhibitions in The Art Room and the Jephson Gallery (formerly East Lodge)

Upcoming Workshops

23 January Friday
Workshops

Pet Portraits with Personality (Oils & Acrylics)

Time: Friday, 23/01/2026 10:00 am - 4:00 pm / Spring Board Studios, LSA Art Room
Date: 23 January 2026. Learn to create a lively pet portrait in oils or acrylics, with a focus on expressive eyes and capturing personality with Lucy Burton.
31 January Saturday
Workshops

Creative Mixed Media Exploratory Session

Time: Saturday, 31/01/2026 10:30 am - 1:30 pm / Spring Board Studios, LSA Art Room
Dates: 31 January 10:30 - 13:30 An uplifting and exploratory 3-hour workshop introducing my signature collage technique using acrylic paint, Posca pens, and tissue paper.
01 February Sunday
The Art of Gelli Printing
Workshops

The Art of Gelli Printing with Garima Dhawan

Time: Sunday, 01/02/2026 10:00 am - 1:00 pm / Spring Board Studios, LSA Art Room
Date: 1 February. 10am - 1pm In this course I will show you beautiful printmaking techniques and outcomes that you can achieve using a gelli plate, acrylic paints and copy paper.
07 February Saturday
Textiles Landscape with Deborah Collum
Workshops

Textile Landscapes with Deborah Collum

Time: Saturday, 07/02/2026 10:30 am - 3:30 pm / Spring Board Studios, LSA Art Room
Date: 7 February 2026 In this fun and relaxed workshop you will work with textile artist Deborah Collum to make your own unique frame-able textiles landscape. No previous experience is necessary and sewing machines will not be needed.
08 February Sunday
The Art of Gelli Printing
Workshops

The Art of Gelli Printing with Garima Dhawan

Time: Sunday, 08/02/2026 10:00 am - 1:00 pm / Spring Board Studios, LSA Art Room
Date: 8 February. 10am - 1pm In this course I will show you beautiful printmaking techniques and outcomes that you can achieve using a gelli plate, acrylic paints and copy paper.
27 February Friday
Workshops

Embroidered Moroccan Mosaics

Time: Friday, 27/02/2026 10:00 am - 4:00 pm / Spring Board Studios, LSA Art Room
Date: 27 February 2026. By the end of the day, you’ll have created a unique and colourful 8″ x 8″ stitched Moroccan-style mosaic in your own personal colour scheme and design.
28 February Saturday
Workshops

Clay Hand Building Workshop with Ginte Zacharini

Time: Saturday, 28/02/2026 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm / Spring Board Studios, LSA Art Room
Date: 28 February 14:30 - 16:30. At the end of your session your items will be fired. Around 2 weeks later, after firing; you can collect your ceramic masterpiece.
01 March Sunday
Workshops

Creative Mixed Media Exploratory Session

Time: Sunday, 01/03/2026 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm / Spring Board Studios, LSA Art Room
Dates: 1 March 13:00 - 16:00 An uplifting and exploratory 3-hour workshop introducing my signature collage technique using acrylic paint, Posca pens, and tissue paper.
23 March Monday
Workshops

Floral Still Life (In Oils & Acrylics)

Time: Monday, 23/03/2026 10:00 am - 4:00 pm / Spring Board Studios, LSA Art Room
Date: 23 March 2026. Explore bold still life painting using seasonal flowers, coloured backgrounds, and expressive techniques to create dynamic compositions.
24 April Friday
Workshops

Still Life Painting (in Oils or Acrylics)

Time: Friday, 24/04/2026 10:00 am - 4:00 pm / Spring Board Studios, LSA Art Room
Date: 24 April 2026. Explore creative still life setups using colour, light, and reflective elements to develop striking compositions. Learn techniques in colour mixing, brushwork, and shadow painting to bring your canvas to life.