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Southwark, London SE1oils, acrylicslife drawing, life paintingwatercoloursdrawingpastelsprintmakingpottery, ceramics
 sculpture, carving, castingglassother (various creative courses)   8+
The Art Academydaytimeevening series1-day workshop2-3day residentiallonger residential, holidaysbeginnersimprovers
Tel: 020 7407 6969info@artacademy.org.ukgo to website
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Mermaid Court
165a Borough High Street
London
SE1 1HR
The Art Academy is a unique organisation & artistic community. Set up as an independent art school on the South Bank, we make artistic tuition accessible. Courses as shown + metal, moulding & casting taught by resident artists.
Glendaruel, Argyll/Buteoils, acrylicslife drawing, life paintingwatercoloursdrawingpastelsprintmakingsculpture, carving, casting
 glasstextiles    18+
The Drawing Room2-3day residentiallonger residential, holidays   beginnersimprovers
Tel: 01505 872515info@ormidalehouse.comgo to website
  MarAprMay   SepOctNov 
Ormidale House
Glendaruel
Argyll
PA22 3AF
A 5 day residential course cum painting holiday, for only 16 participants, in luxury 4 star accommodation on Scotland's gorgeous west coast. Expert tuition, led by course host Charles Jamieson MFA, PIA, PPAI. Gourmet dining, swimming pool, hot tubs etc.
Gt Missenden, Buckinghamshireoils, acrylicswatercoloursdrawingpastelsprintmakingpottery, ceramicssculpture, carving, casting
 country craftstextiles    17+
Missenden Abbey - Adult Learning1-day workshop2-3day residentiallonger residential, holidays  beginnersimprovers
Tel: 01296 383582dcevreham@buckscc.gov.ukgo to website
 FebMarAprMayJun Aug OctNov 
Bookings and Enquiries:
Evreham Adult Learning Centre
Swallow Street
Iver   SL0 0HS
Missenden Abbey offers Summer School, Easter School, Weekend & Weekday courses in Arts, Crafts, Textiles, Cultural Studies, Tai Ji, Music, Writing and Foreign Languages. Limited facilities for the disabled
Macclesfield, Cheshireoils, acrylicswatercolours    14+
Michael Moore Art Schooldaytime1-day workshop2-3day non-residential2-3day residentialtailored tuitionbeginnersimprovers
Tel: 01625 574887jackie@harropstudio.fsnet.co.ukgo to website
JanFebMarAprMayJunJul SepOctNov 
Harrop Fold Farm
Rainow
Macclesfield
Cheshire   SK10 5UU
Expert and sensitive tuition for all levels. Paint in a light, airy studio with extensive grounds in the Peak District National Park. Excellent home cooking and attractive 4 Star accommodation. Non-participants welcome.
Rhyd-y-creuau, Conwywatercoloursdrawingphotography   18+
Field Studies Council2-3day residentiallonger residential, holidays   beginnersimprovers
Tel: 0845 345 4071enquiries@field-studies-council.orggo to website
    May JulAug    
 Be inspired by the unique local landscapes and wildlife. Enjoy the space and tranquillity of this stunning location in Snowdonia. Relaxed, quality teaching with small groups of like-minded people. Fee includes full board and tuition.
Callington, Cornwalloils, acrylicslife drawing, life paintingwatercoloursdrawingpastelsprintmakingother (various creative courses)
       16+
Callington School of Art1-day workshop2-3day residentiallonger residential, holidaystailored tuition beginnersimprovers
Tel/Fax: 01579 383491info@callingtonartschool.comgo to website
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Lower House
Church Street
Callington, Cornwall
PL17 7AN
We offer a variety of courses for all abilities using the beautiful nearby locations around the Cornwall/Devon border as a basis for subsequent studio work. Courses also include life drawing and photographic silk screen printing. 4 star accommodation.
Blencathra, Keswick, Cumbriawatercoloursphotography    18+
Field Studies Council2-3day residentiallonger residential, holidays   beginnersimprovers
Tel: 0845 345 4071enquiries@field-studies-council.orggo to website
    May  Aug    
 Be inspired by unique local landscapes and wildlife. Enjoy the space and tranquillity of this stunning location in the heart of the Lake District. Relaxed, quality teaching with small groups of like-minded people. Fee includes full board / tuition.
Alston, Cumbriaoils, acrylicswatercoloursdrawing   18+
Lionel Playford2-3day residential    beginnersimprovers
Tel: 01434 381092info@penninepainting.co.ukgo to website
  JulAugSepOctNov 
Rose House Studio
Garrigill
Alston, Cumbria
CA9 3DU
Variety of painting and drawing courses in the beautiful North Pennines. Small relaxed classes, in a warm and well lit artists studio with experienced tutor.
Windermere, Cumbriawatercoloursdrawing    18+
Lake District Water Colour2-3day residentiallonger residential, holidays   beginnersimprovers
Tel: 07799 112787info@lakedistrictwatercolour.co.ukgo to website
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
67 Windermere Park
Windermere
Cumbria
LA23 2ND
Watercolour painting and drawing courses on the shores of Lake Windermere in a Victorian mansion. Prices are all inclusive of tuition, meals and accommodation. Guided walks can be arranged as part of the course.
Matlock, Derbyshireoils, acrylicswatercoloursdrawingpastelsprintmakingpottery, ceramicssculpture, carving, casting
 other (various creative courses)     18+
Derbyshire Arts2-3day residentiallonger residential, holidays   beginnersimprovers
Tel: 01629 534215sue@derbyshirearts.co.ukgo to website
 FebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Pear Tree Farm
Lea Bridge
Matlock
Derbyshire   DE4 5JN
Painting, Drawing and other Art Courses for beginners, improvers and advanced, learning techniques from professional artists, with AA 4-star accommodation on site. All set in the beautiful Derbyshire Dales.
Bampton, Devonwatercoloursdrawingpastelsother (various creative courses)  18+
Inspired By Gardens Art Workshops1-day workshop2-3day residentiallonger residential, holidays  beginnersimprovers
Tel: 07763 882955info@catherinestott.co.ukgo to website
   AprMay   SepOct  
 Day Workshops and short residential courses in Garden and Flower painting based at artist's studio and local gardens. Courses run in Spring and Autumn each year, taking advantage of seasonal highlights. Garden visits. Beginners welcome.
Lifton, Devonoils, acrylicslife drawing, life paintingwatercoloursdrawing  16+
Brambles Art Retreat1-day workshop2-3day non-residential2-3day residentiallonger residential, holidays beginnersimprovers
Tel: 01566 784 359janet@bramblesartretreat.comgo to website
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Brambles
Sprytown
Lifton, Devon
PL16 0AY
Weekend and five-day painting courses in watercolour, oil and drawing. Six places per course, tuition to match your skills. Friendly relaxed atmosphere, delicious home cooking, open fires.
Tavistock, Devonprintmaking     16+
Mary Gillettdaytimeevening series1-day workshop2-3day residentiallonger residential, holidaysbeginnersimprovers
Tel: 01822 810329mary@gulwork.wanadoo.co.ukgo to website
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
 Etching evening classes, Saturday, weekend & 5-day printmaking courses, 6th-form sessions, individual tuition, schools/community outreach. Flexible tuition for all. Spectacular setting: Tamar Valley, nr Dartmoor & coast. Local farmhouse B&B accom.
Dittisham, Devonoils, acrylicswatercoloursdrawingpastelsprintmakingpottery, ceramicsother (various creative courses)
       12+
Coombe Farm Studios2-3day residentiallonger residential, holidays   beginnersimprovers
Tel: UK 01803 722352lara@coombefarmstudios.comgo to website
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Lara Lloyd
Coombe Farm Studios
Dittisham, nr. Dartmouth
Devon   TQ6 0JA
Join watercolourist & author Paul Riley at his beautiful S Devon farm amid unparalleled countryside. W/colours, oils, pastel, ceramics courses throughout the year. Large well-lit studio, first-class tuition. Non-residential & non-participants welcome.
Slapton Ley, Devonoils, acrylicswatercoloursdrawingpastelsphotography 18+
Field Studies Council2-3day residentiallonger residential, holidays   beginnersimprovers
Tel: 0845 345 4071enquiries@field-studies-council.orggo to website
  JulAug    
 Be inspired by the unique local landscapes and wildlife. Enjoy the space and tranquillity of this stunning location on the South Devon coast. Relaxed, quality teaching with small groups of like-minded people. Fee includes full board and tuition.
Newport, Essexpottery, ceramicsother (various creative courses)    14+
Making Mosaicsdaytimeevening series1-day workshop2-3day residentialtailored tuitionbeginnersimprovers
Tel: 01799 501137mosaicisfun@me.comgo to website
JanFebMarAprMayJunJul SepOctNovDec
24 Hight Street
Newport
Essex
CB11 3PQ
Learn to make a mosaic using glass, china, found items. Learn the disciplines of mosaic & ceramics; options include making your own ceramic pieces to include in mosaic work. From short taster courses to 2 and 3 day courses in advanced techniques.
Margam, Glamorganwatercolourscountry craftsphotography   18+
Field Studies Council1-day workshop2-3day residentiallonger residential, holidays  beginnersimprovers
Tel: 0845 345 4071enquiries@field-studies-council.orggo to website
   AprMay  AugSepOct  
 Be inspired by the unique local landscapes and wildlife. Enjoy the space and tranquillity of this stunning location in South Wales parkland. Relaxed, quality teaching with small groups of like-minded people. Fee includes full board and tuition.
Lymington, Hampshirecountry craftstextilesother (various creative courses)   16+
New Forest Holiday Courses2-3day non-residential2-3day residential   beginnersimprovers
Tel/Fax: 01590 644256jane@newforestholidaycottage.co.ukgo to website
JanFebMar   
Glenhurst
86 Wainsford Road
Everton, Lymington
SO4 10UD
Fun, friendly and informative courses on Patchwork and Quilting, French/German conversation and Rambling in the New Forest. Comfortable and relaxing venue with good food and bottomless Tea/Coffee pots!
Abergavenny, Monmouthshireoils, acrylicswatercoloursdrawingpastelsprintmakingphotographyother (various creative courses)
       16+
Llanthony Art courses2-3day residential    beginnersimprovers
Tel: 01873 890343clarewhitehead@hotmail.co.ukgo to website
  MarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNov 
Broadley Farm
Llanthony
Abergavenny, Wales
NP7 7NW
Relaxed, enjoyable weekend courses in stunning mountain surroundings. Experienced tutors teaching Watercolour, Oil Painting, Stone carving. Digital Photography, Printmaking. Holiday cottages in Llanthony Valley or local B&B if required.
Dale Fort, Pembrokeshirephotography      
Field Studies Council2-3day residentiallonger residential, holidays   beginnersimprovers
Tel: 0845 345 4071enquiries@field-studies-council.orggo to website
    May  Aug Oct  
 Be inspired by unique local landscapes and wildlife. Enjoy the space and tranquillity of this stunning location on the Pembrokeshire coast. Relaxed, quality teaching with small groups of like-minded people. Fee includes full board and tuition.
Fishguard, Pembrokeshireoils, acrylicswatercoloursdrawingpastels  16+
Indigo Brown Creative Holidays1-day workshop2-3day non-residential2-3day residentiallonger non-residentiallonger residential, holidaysbeginnersimprovers
Tel: 01348 840177info@indigobrown.co.ukgo to website
  MarAprMayJunJulAugSepOct  
Swmbarch House
Letterston Haverfordwest
Pembrokeshire
SA62 5UE
High quality residential painting holidays & courses in some of the most beautiful and stunning landscapes Wales has to offer. Enjoy our delicious home cooking in a wonderfully relaxed environment. Unwind, discover and recover your creative energies.
Crymych, Pembrokeshireoils, acrylicswatercoloursdrawingprintmaking  16+
Studio Llwyndraindaytime1-day workshop2-3day residentiallonger residential, holidaystailored tuitionbeginnersimprovers
Tel: 01239 832054art@thornygrove.co.ukgo to website
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Llwyndrain
Mynachlog-Ddu
Clynderwen, Pembs.
SA66 7SB
Art courses in all media. Weekly classes, taster days, one day workshops, 3- to 5-day courses. Sympathetic, qualified tuition in small groups. Bespoke and 1 to 1 available. Beginners to advanced. Superb studio facilities in stunning location.
Kindrogan, Perth/Kinrossdrawingcountry craftsphotography   18+
Field Studies Council2-3day residentiallonger residential, holidays   beginnersimprovers
Tel: 0845 345 4071enquiries@field-studies-council.orggo to website
 FebMar MayJun Aug Oct  
 Be inspired by the unique local landscapes and wildlife. Enjoy the space and tranquillity of this stunning location in the Scottish Highlands. Relaxed, quality teaching with small groups of like-minded people. Fee includes full board and tuition.
Talgarth, Powysoils, acrylicslife drawing, life paintingwatercoloursdrawingpastelsprintmaking16+
Niel Bally2-3day residentiallonger residential, holidays   beginnersimprovers
Tel: 01874 711212niel.bally@btopenworld.comgo to website
JanFebMarAprMayJunJul  OctNovDec
 Structured courses suitable beginners, art school applicants, amateurs, professionals. Max 8 students, experienced tutor/practitioner. Purpose-built studio, fully equipped. Relaxed atmosphere. Attractive house, location, garden, excellent catering.
Duns Castle, Scottish Bordersoils, acrylicswatercoloursdrawingpastels  16+
Art Amatoria2-3day residential    beginnersimprovers
Tel: 07768 960578info@artamatoria.co.ukgo to website
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Duns Castle
Duns
Berwickshire
TD11 3NW
Art Amatoria offers two-day residential painting and drawing courses in the beautiful and inspiring setting of Duns Castle. The course will focus on landscape, interiors, watercolour, drawing, still life. Beginners and non-painting partners welcome.
Greenlaw, Scottish Bordersprintmaking     18+
Zuzana Gibb2-3day residentiallonger residential, holidays   beginnersimprovers
Tel: 07931 901956contact@printcourse.co.ukgo to website
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Castletoun House
The Square
Greenlaw, Berwickshire
TD10 6UD
Warm friendly atmosphere in professional studio, 11m print table, space for everyone to create. Learn the basics of photographic silk screen printing: prepare & expose your own screens, colour mixing, printing on various mediums. 36 miles from Edinburgh.
Preston Montford, Shropshirewatercoloursdrawingphotography   18+
Field Studies Council2-3day residentiallonger residential, holidays   beginnersimprovers
Tel: 0845 345 4071enquiries@field-studies-council.orggo to website
   Aug Oct  
 Be inspired by the unique local landscapes and wildlife. Enjoy the space and tranquillity of this stunning location on the Shropshire/Welsh border. Relaxed, quality teaching with small groups of like-minded people. Fee includes full board/tuition.
Cheddar/Mendips, Somersetoils, acrylicswatercolourspastels   14+
Cheddar Painting Holidays2-3day non-residential2-3day residentiallonger non-residentiallonger residential, holidays beginnersimprovers
Tel: 01934 744188paintingholidays@cheddargallery.co.ukgo to website
    MayJunJul SepOct  
Cheddar Gallery Ltd
The Cliffs, nr Gough's Cave
Cliff Road, Cheddar Gorge
Cheddar   Somerset   BS27 3QE
Come and paint in the stunning Cheddar Gorge and Mendip Hills with fantastic views. Learn to paint landscapes, nature and wildlife. Excellent full board accommodation with en-suite rooms. Non-painting partners welcome.
Minehead, Somersetoils, acrylicsdrawingphotographyother (various creative courses)  18+
Call of the Wild Soul2-3day non-residential2-3day residential   beginnersimprovers
 callofthewildsoul@gmail.comgo to website
    Sep   
 A sacred art retreat with four of the world's most vibrant and beloved creative teachers - Teesha Moore, Flora Bowley, Orly Avineri and Madelyn Mulvaney. Includes yoga, sauna, jacuzzi and Exmoor!
Flatford Mill, Suffolkoils, acrylicswatercoloursdrawingpastelsglasscountry craftscalligraphy, oriental
 photographyother (various creative courses)    18+
Field Studies Council1-day workshop2-3day residentiallonger residential, holidays  beginnersimprovers
Tel: 0845 345 4071enquiries@field-studies-council.orggo to website
 FebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
 Be inspired by unique local landscapes and wildlife. Enjoy the space and tranquillity of this stunning location in Constable Country. Relaxed, quality teaching with small groups of like-minded people. Fee includes full board and tuition.
Shotley, Suffolkpottery, ceramics     14+
Deborah Baynes Pottery Studio2-3day residentiallonger residential, holidays   beginnersimprovers
Tel: 01473 788300deborah@deborahbaynes.co.ukgo to website
  MarAprMayJunJulAugSepOct  
Nether Hall
Shotley
Ipswich, Suffolk
IP9 1PW
Serious fun for potaholics - every summer since 1971. Expert friendly tuition - handbuilding, throwing, decorating, raku and salt glaze. Excellent food wine and accommodation in our 16th Century hall by the Orwell Estuary.
Lewes, East Sussexwatercolours     18+
Alison Cotton1-day workshop2-3day non-residential2-3day residentialtailored tuition beginnersimprovers
Tel: UK 07773 481492 go to website
   AprMayJunJulAugSepOct  
 Watercolour walks in the South Downs, Cuckmere Valley & Pevensey Levels. Expert tuition outdoors or inside if preferred. Individuals or groups, less mobile painters welcome. Materials provided.
Rodmell, East Sussexwatercoloursother (various creative courses)    18+
Vicky Mappin2-3day residential    beginnersimprovers
Tel: 01273 486320vickymappin@hotmail.comgo to website
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
 Beautiful cottage and studio set in historic downland village. Professional tuition for max five students. Covering all aspects of botanical painting in watercolour. Attractive comfortable accommodation. A lovely peaceful weekend retreat.
Chichester, West Sussexoils, acrylicswatercoloursdrawingpastelsprintmakingpottery, ceramicssculpture, carving, casting
 textilesphotographyother (various creative courses)   18+
West Dean College1-day workshop2-3day residentiallonger residential, holidays  beginnersimprovers
Tel: 01243 811301bookingsoffice@westdean.org.ukgo to website
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
West Dean
Chichester
West Sussex
PO18 0QZ
West Dean College offers 700+ residential short courses each year in arts, crafts, food, gardening, music and creative writing. Also full-time MA/Diplomas in Visual Arts and Conservation & Making. Further information/brochure request via our website.
Broadway, Worcestershireoils, acrylicswatercoloursdrawingpastelspottery, ceramicstextilesother (various creative courses)
       18+
Farncombe Estate Centre1-day workshop2-3day non-residential2-3day residential  beginnersimprovers
Tel: 01386 854100enquiries@farncombeestate.co.ukgo to website
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Farncombe Estate Centre
Broadway
Worcestershire
WR12 7LJ
Day and Weekend courses on a beautiful 300-acre private Estate in the North of the Cotswolds. Ensuite accommodation optional. Superb relaxing location & excellent tuition. All meals provided.
Malham Tarn, North Yorkshireoils, acrylicswatercoloursdrawingsculpture, carving, castingglasstextilesphotography
       18+
Field Studies Council2-3day residentiallonger residential, holidays   beginnersimprovers
Tel: 0845 345 4071enquiries@field-studies-council.orggo to website
   AprMay JulAug  Nov 
 Be inspired by the unique local landscapes and wildlife. Enjoy the space and tranquillity of this stunning location in the Yorkshire Dales. Relaxed, quality teaching with small groups of like-minded people. Fee includes full board and tuition.
Alderney, Channel Islandswatercolours     18+
Alison Cotton2-3day non-residential2-3day residentiallonger residential, holidaystailored tuition beginnersimprovers
Tel: UK 07773 481492 go to website
   AugSep   
 Intimate yet wild, Alderney offers dramatic granite coast and azure bays - painters' heaven - all close to comfortable B&B or self-catering accommodation. Confirmed for 2012: Aug25-Sep1. Go to website for further details.
31 Beauchalot, Francedrawingpottery, ceramicssculpture, carving, castingother (various creative courses)  16+
Frances Marsden2-3day residentiallonger residential, holidaystailored tuition  beginnersimprovers
Tel/Fax: +33 561 90 50 21francesmarsden@orange.frgo to website
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Frances Ceramics
31360 Beauchalot
FRANCE
Ceramic Sculpture / Pottery / Drawing courses inspired by the magnificent landscapes of the Pyrenees. Exciting courses with excellent tuition, designed with care to ensure the maximum enjoyment and creative fulfilment for all levels and abilities.
34 Quarante, Francewatercoloursdrawing    10+
Nicola Blakemore2-3day residentiallonger residential, holidaystailored tuition  beginnersimprovers
Tel: +33 4 99 57 16 63emailme@painting-holidays-france.comgo to website
  MarAprMayJunJulAugSepOct  
9 rue de la Chapelle
Quarante
34310
France
Come on one of my painting holidays in the Languedoc, France and not only will you have the pleasure of being in one of the best regions in France, you will also benefit from my very friendly, relaxed and patient teaching style suitable for all levels.
66 Vinca, nr Prades, Franceoils, acrylicswatercoloursdrawingpastelsphotography 18+
Ecole de Peinture Mas Saurine1-day workshop2-3day residentiallonger residential, holidaystailored tuition beginnersimprovers
Tel: +33 4 68 05 85 66carolynnhindesmith@hotmail.comgo to website
  MarAprMayJunJulAugSepOct  
Mas Saurine
66320 Joch
Pyrenees Orientales
France
SE France Painting holidays. Also cookery, photography weeks. Individual, sensitive tuition. Small groups, spacious studio fully equipped. Very comfortable accom adjoining the studio. Visits to villages & coast. 30 mins from Perpignan airport.
Liguria, Italysculpture, carving, casting     16+
Accademia d'Arte2-3day residentiallonger non-residentiallonger residential, holidays  beginnersimprovers
Tel: +33 608177897nicole@nicoledurand.netgo to website
   AprMayJunJul SepOct  
29 via Moretti
Mortola Sup
18039 (Imp)
Italy
Stone & woodcarving classes for beginners & advanced at the border of French Riviera with seaview residencies, suitable for non participating partners. Intensive workshops alongside expert teacher in a little paradise. 1 week workshop only 975 euros.