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Whitechapel, London E1oils, acrylicswatercoloursdrawingpastelsother (various creative courses)  
Nelson Ferreira - Art Lessonsdaytimeevening series1-day workshop2-3day non-residentialtailored tuitionbeginnersimprovers
Tel: 07950 930301info@nelson-ferreira.comgo to website
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
 E1 5HZ: Thu 6-7.30pm or 7.30-9pm. All levels & techniques, intensive courses by qualified artist. Great studio - natural light, terrace overlooking London. Fees: £230/pack of 10 lessons. Home tuitions: £60 per 90min. All materials included.
Hackney Wick, London E9drawingsculpture, carving, castingother (various creative courses)   18+
WoodWork Studios Casting Workshop1-day workshoptailored tuition   beginnersimprovers
Tel: 07595 294516lukehartsculpture@gmail.com
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
 Experienced mould-maker and working sculptor Luke Hart provides training in all aspects of casting and mould-making, ranging from plaster multi-part moulds, to silicone rubber moulds, to casting in plastics and other materials, suitable for beginners.
Limehouse, London E14oils, acrylicslife drawing, life paintingwatercoloursdrawing  14+
Rachel Clark1-day workshop2-3day non-residentiallonger non-residentialtailored tuition beginnersimprovers
Tel: 020 7987 8776rachel@rachelclark.comgo to website
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
25 Limehouse Cut
46 Morris Road
London
E14 6NQ
Life painting & drawing courses for all abilities. 1-to-1 tuition with professional artist Rachel Clark in small classes - max 9 students. The school (est. 1976) is run in my large, light, fully equipped studio and is easily reached by bus, tube or DLR.
Belsize Park, London NW3watercoloursdrawingcalligraphy, oriental   16+
Talia Lehavidaytimeevening series   beginnersimprovers
Tel: 07967 970 129mail@talialehavi.comgo to website
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
 Sat 10:00 or Mon 17:00 - Japanese black Ink Painting (suibokuga), a unique technique offering new ways of expression through minimalism, simplicity and the discipline of mind, hand & brush. Calligraphy practice, observation methods, drawing skills.
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.
Deptford, London SE8oils, acrylicswatercoloursdrawingpastelsother (various creative courses) 16+
London Art Portfolio Preparationtailored tuition     improvers
Tel: 020 8694 7800contact@nickmalone.co.ukgo to website
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
 With full-time artist Nick Malone. One-to-one advice & support to help you develop projects, present your portfolio, write an Artist's Statement, prepare for interview. Make full use of lovely working studio.
Greenwich, London SE8oils, acrylicswatercoloursdrawingpastels  16+
London Art Classesdaytimeevening series1-day workshop2-3day non-residentialtailored tuitionbeginnersimprovers
Tel: 020 8694 7800contact@nickmalone.co.ukgo to website
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
 Art classes with Nick Malone in lovely studios. Free parking, small relaxed classes (around 6 students). Your chance to work in a professional artist's studio - the traditional 'atelier' system - BEGINNERS ARE WELCOME - receive maximum attention.
Bermondsey, London SE16oils, acrylicslife drawing, life paintingdrawingsculpture, carving, casting  16+
London Atelier of Representational Artdaytimeevening series1-day workshoplonger non-residentialtailored tuitionbeginnersimprovers
Tel: 020 7738 8884info@drawpaintsculpt.comgo to website
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
C69, V22 Building F
Tower Bridge Business Complex
100 Clement's Road, London
SE16 4DG
LARA teaches the most fundamental aspects of drawing, painting and sculpture from life. It is the UK's only school offering the renowned sight-size method and through a training in accurate observation students master the expression of the human form.
Chelsea, London SWoils, acrylicswatercoloursdrawingpastels  8+
Chelsea Fine Artsdaytimelonger non-residentialtailored tuition  beginnersimprovers
Tel: 0789 990 8917info@chelseafinearts.co.ukgo to website
JanFebMarAprMayJun  SepOctNovDec
10 Chelsea Wharf
15 Lots Road
London
SW10 0QJ
In a working artist's studio with magnificent views over the River Thames, Chelsea Fine Arts offers weekend and after-school art classes for children who are serious about learning how to draw and paint - see website chelseafinearts.co.uk
South Kensington, London SW7oils, acrylicsdrawing    16+
Nelson Ferreira - Art Lessonsdaytime    beginnersimprovers
Tel: 07950 930301info@nelson-ferreira.comgo to website
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
 Saturdays 10.30am-12 or 12-1.30pm. All levels and techniques, intensive courses, lessons given by qualified artist. Amazing location SW7 2BB at the Imperial College. Fees: £230/pack of 10 lessons. Home tuitions: £60 per 90min. All materials included.
Chelsea, London SW10oils, acrylicswatercoloursdrawingprintmakingsculpture, carving, casting 17+
Heatherley School of Fine Artdaytimeevening series1-day workshoplonger non-residential beginnersimprovers
Tel: 020 7351 4190info@heatherleys.orggo to website
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
75 Lots Road
Chelsea
London
SW10 0RN
Two-year diploma courses in portrait painting and figurative sculpture. One-year portfolio course. Part-time courses in: oil painting, watercolour, sculpture, drawing, printmaking. Summer courses. Open studio.
Chelsea, London SW10oils, acrylicswatercoloursdrawingpastelsprintmakingsculpture, carving, castingtextiles
 photographyother (various creative courses)    16+
Kensington and Chelsea Collegedaytimeevening series1-day workshop2-3day non-residentiallonger non-residentialbeginnersimprovers
Tel: 020 7573 3600info@kcc.ac.ukgo to website
JanFebMarAprMayJunJul SepOctNovDec
 Kensington and Chelsea college offers a large range of part time and full time Art, Craft, Design, Fashion, Multimedia and Photography courses suitable for all ages and abilities.
Regent Street, London W1Boils, acrylicswatercoloursdrawingpastelsother (various creative courses)  
Nelson Ferreira - Art Lessonsevening seriestailored tuition   beginnersimprovers
Tel: 07950 930301info@nelson-ferreira.comgo to website
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
 Mon and Tue 6.30-8pm. All levels & techniques, intensive courses given by qualified artist. W1B 5TB. Fees: £230 per 10 lessons, all materials included. Home tuition zones 1-4: £60 per 90min lesson. All materials included.
Chiswick Park, London W4oils, acrylicswatercoloursdrawingpastelsother (various creative courses)  
Nelson Ferreira - Art Lessonsevening seriestailored tuition   beginnersimprovers
Tel: 07950 930301info@nelson-ferreira.comgo to website
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
 Weds 5pm-6.30 or 6.30-8pm. All levels & techniques, intensive courses given by qualified artist. W4 5YA. Fees: £230 per 10 lessons, all materials included. Home tuition zones 1-4: £60 per 90min. All materials included.
Brook Green, London W6oils, acrylicswatercoloursdrawingprintmakingsculpture, carving, casting 8+
Brook Green Art Classesdaytimeevening series2-3day non-residentialtailored tuition beginnersimprovers
Tel: 07951 845180info@brookgreenart.comgo to website
JanFebMarAprMayJun  SepOctNovDec
 Weekend art classes for young people aged 8-18 years. Drawing, painting (oil, acrylic), collage, printmaking, sculpture, with Lydia. www.brookgreenart.com
Little Venice, London W9drawing     15+
Drawing on the Right Side of the Brainlonger non-residential    beginnersimprovers
Tel: 07956 910427anna@learn-to-draw-right.comgo to website
   Apr Jun Aug    
 If you can sign your name you can learn to draw! 5 days, devised by Betty Edwards using Right Side of the Brain techniques, will teach you the 5 basic skills of realistic drawing to form the global skill of drawing. Also in N Wales - see website.
Bloomsbury, London WC1Blife drawing, life paintingdrawingpottery, ceramicssculpture, carving, castingother (various creative courses) 19+
Central YMCAevening series1-day workshop2-3day non-residential  beginnersimprovers
Tel: 020 7343 1728Paul.Jelley@ymcaclub.org.ukgo to website
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Central YMCA
112 Great Russell Street
London
WC1B 3NQ
Large well-equipped art room. Ceramics - wheel & hand building, glazing & firing. Sculpture from Life & Drawing from Life. Jewellery design and making in cast gold, silver or pewter. General metal casting for small objects. 8-week courses.
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
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.
Porthleven, Cornwalloils, acrylicswatercoloursdrawingpastelssculpture, carving, casting 18+
The Art Academylonger non-residential    beginnersimprovers
Tel: 020 7407 6969info@artacademy.org.ukgo to website
    MayJunJulAugSep   
Mermaid Court
165a Borough High Street
London
SE1 1HR
New courses in creative painting and creative sculpture at the Lifeboat House Art Studios in Porthleven, near Helston, Cornwall. A new and refreshing type of holiday art course.
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.
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.
Trigonos, Nantlle, Gwynedddrawing     18+
Drawing on the Right Side of the Brainlonger residential, holidays    beginnersimprovers
Tel: 07956 910427anna@learn-to-draw-right.comgo to website
   Aug    
 If you can sign your name you can learn to draw! This Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain course devised by Betty Edwards, will teach you the 5 basic skills of realistic drawing to form the global skill of drawing. Also in London. See website.
Brynaport, Highlandoils, acrylicswatercoloursdrawing    
Bettina Schroeder Painting Holidayslonger residential, holidays    beginnersimprovers
Tel: 020 7609 0843bettina.schroeder@virgin.netgo to website
 Jun      
4 Cairns House, Holloway Rd
Islington
London
N7 9SA
2012: Jun 30-Jul 6. Staggering views across Loch Kishorn to the ancient corries and hills of Applecross. The light and colours, with the history and romance of the Scottish Highlands, make Brynaport a most inspirational and dynamic place to paint.
Abergavenny, Monmouthshiredrawingsculpture, carving, casting     
Simon Cooley, StudySculpture Workshops2-3day non-residentiallonger non-residential   beginnersimprovers
Tel: 01873 830410info@studysculpture.comgo to website
    MayJunJulAugSep   
 Introductory short courses exploring different disciplines: Sculpting the Head in Clay, Stone Carving, Metal Sculpture. Led by working sculptor Simon Cooley at his glorious rural hillside studio.
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.
Diss, Norfolkoils, acrylicswatercoloursdrawingpastelsphotography 14+
Zangmo Denise Alexanderdaytime1-day workshop2-3day non-residentiallonger residential, holidaystailored tuitionbeginnersimprovers
Tel: 01379 687360alexanderzangmo@googlemail.comgo to website
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
45 Common Road
Bressingham
Diss, Norfolk
IP22 2AY
Creative Art Courses, Workshops, Personalised 1-to-1 Art & Photography Tuition, Retreats, Breaks, Holidays, Distance Learning, Art/Meditation, A-Level. All art media. Small friendly groups, everyone welcome. Tuition Gift Vouchers. Qualified teacher.
Hexham, Northumberlandwatercoloursdrawingpastels   18+
Inspired By Gardens Art Workshopsdaytime1-day workshop2-3day non-residential  beginnersimprovers
Tel: 07763 882955info@catherinestott.co.ukgo to website
JanFebMarAprMayJunJul SepOctNovDec
 Draw and paint beautiful gardens in watercolour/pastel. Low teaching ratios ensure individual attention from garden-loving artist. Spacious studio near good accommodation, Hadrian's Wall, Hexham Abbey, Wallington & Belsay Gardens.
Dorchester, Oxfordshirewatercoloursdrawing    16+
Rebecca Hinddaytime1-day workshop2-3day non-residentiallonger non-residential beginnersimprovers
Tel: 01865 340633post@rebeccahind.comgo to website
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
8 Manor Farm Road
Dorchester-on-Thames
Oxon
0X10 7HZ
Traditional English watercolours. First-class tuition by demonstration and one-to-one, indoors and out. Held in Dorchester Abbey's Medieval Hall and other S. Oxon venues.
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.
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.
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.
Woodhatch Centre, Surrey oils, acrylicswatercoloursdrawingpastelstextilesother (various creative courses)16+
Art Eventsdaytime1-day workshoptailored tuition  beginnersimprovers
Tel: 01737 763609arteventsgroup@aol.comgo to website
JanFebMarAprMayJunJul SepOctNovDec
7, Hillbrow
Reigate Road
Reigate, Surrey
RH2 0QZ
Workshops Sat 10.30am-4pm covering most subjects & media. 3-week mini-courses Weds 2-4pm mainly in watercolour, drawing or pen & ink.
Ditchling, East Sussexwatercoloursdrawing    18+
The Jointure Studios1-day workshop2-3day non-residential   beginnersimprovers
Tel: 01273 841244gallery@jointurestudios.co.ukgo to website
    May 
11 South Street
Ditchling
Sussex
BN6 8UQ
'Be Free & Fabulous - Inspiration for the Sake of it!' Two short courses run by Frances Hatch (8/9 May 2012) and Carolyn Genders (15/16 May 2012) aimed to inspire and liberate students of all levels.
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.
Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshireoils, acrylicslife drawing, life paintingdrawingprintmakingpottery, ceramicstextilesphotography
Northlight Art Studiosdaytimeevening series1-day workshop2-3day non-residential beginnersimprovers
Tel: 01422 843519info@northlightstudio.co.ukgo to website
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Valley Road
Hebden Bridge
West Yorks
HX7 7BZ
Daytime, evening, weekend and holiday art courses exploring a wide range of approaches set in this visually stunning Pennine town. Expert tuition for all abilities in a truly creative artists cooperative studio setting.
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.
81 Tarn, Franceoils, acrylicswatercoloursdrawingpastelsother (various creative courses) 18+
Olivier Artlonger residential, holidays    beginnersimprovers
Tel: UK 07714 294485olivierart51@googlemail.comgo to website
    MayJunJul Sep   
EN OLIVIER
81470 Algans
France
Each tutor offers a different programme dealing with the many varied ways of painting the landscape. Panoramic views. Residential 10-day artist workshops. Full board en-suite accommodation. Toulouse/Albi 45mins. Suitable for non-painting partner.
84 Saignon, Luberon, Franceoils, acrylicslife drawing, life paintingwatercoloursdrawing  18+
Personal Provencelonger residential, holidays    beginnersimprovers
Tel: +33 4 90 74 08 55mizmittle@yahoo.comgo to website
    MayJunJul SepOct  
La Maison des Arts et Lettres
Place de l'Horloge
84400 Saignon
FRANCE
Residential 10-day painting workshops for small groups, beginner to established artist, with charming accommodation, gourmet cuisine & wine, enthusiastic hosts, personalized instruction & coaching - and a show of your work as finale!
Amalfi, Italyoils, acrylicswatercoloursdrawingpastels  16+
Tuscany in the Framelonger residential, holidays    beginnersimprovers
Tel: 0039 339 8256617info@tuscanyintheframe.comgo to website
    SepOct  
Villa Nobile
Via Degli Olmi, Farneta
Cortona 52044 (AR)
Tuscany   ITALY
2012: Sep 8-15, Pastel & Mixed Media with Margaret Evans. Sep 29-Oct 13 (1 wk option), watercolour with Phil Hobbs. Staying in the village of Minori, with visits to Ravello, Cetara, Positano & Amalfi itself. With quality time for painting at each town.
Lombardy/Tuscany, Italyoils, acrylicswatercoloursdrawingpastels  18+
Beautiful Italy Art Holidayslonger residential, holidays    beginnersimprovers
Tel: +39 333 6834649info@bi-artholidays.comgo to website
    MayJun  SepOct  
BI Art Holidays
Ripa di P.ta Ticinese, 127/A
20143 Milano
Italy
Painting holidays with the real flavour of Italian art, food and culture. Friendly quality tuition. Excellent accommodation. Daily excursions with guided tours. Paint while experiencing the inspiring Italian medieval and Renaissance atmosphere!
Sicily, Italyoils, acrylicswatercoloursdrawing    
Bettina Schroeder Painting Holidayslonger residential, holidays    beginnersimprovers
Tel: 020 7609 0843bettina.schroeder@virgin.netgo to website
   Apr  
4 Cairns House, Holloway Rd
Islington
London
N7 9SA
21-28 April 2012: Situated near the famous valley of the temples and the sea on the west coast of Sicily, the 'Fattoria Mose' is an ancient country estate overlooking gardens, with its own small chapel and a swimming pool for a dip.
Sicily (SW), Italyoils, acrylicswatercoloursdrawingpastels  16+
Tuscany in the Framelonger residential, holidays    beginnersimprovers
Tel: 0039 339 8256617info@tuscanyintheframe.comgo to website
     Oct  
Villa Nobile
Via Degli Olmi, Farneta
Cortona 52044 (AR)
Tuscany   ITALY
2012: Oct 22-29, mixed media with Lisa Pressman. Stay in a traditional restored Borgo with endless acres of olive groves, orange & lemon groves, inspiring your painting. All inclusive quality accom/pool food & wine.
Tuscany, Italyoils, acrylicswatercoloursdrawing    
Bettina Schroeder Painting Holidayslonger residential, holidays    beginnersimprovers
Tel: 020 7609 0843bettina.schroeder@virgin.netgo to website
    MayJun      
4 Cairns House, Holloway Rd
Islington
London
N7 9SA
2012: May 12-19: Peralta, a medieval hamlet high in the Tuscan hills north of Pisa - an artist's mini paradise. Jun 2-9, Jun 9-16: the wonderful old village of Cotto, set above a gentle wooded valley. Both venues: swimming pools, views, walks...
Tuscany/Umbria, Italyoils, acrylicswatercoloursdrawingpastels  16+
Tuscany in the Framelonger residential, holidays    beginnersimprovers
Tel: 0039 339 8256617info@tuscanyintheframe.comgo to website
    MayJun  SepOct  
Villa Nobile
Via Degli Olmi, Farneta
Cortona 52044 (AR)
Tuscany   ITALY
All inclusive painting or pastels/mixed media holidays: top professional tutors, en-suite accom, large pool, art studio. Meals, excursions, painting in historical towns. 2012: May 5-12, May 12-19, May 22-29, Jun15-29 (optional 1 wk), Sep 15-19, Oct13-20.
Malaga, Spainoils, acrylicswatercoloursdrawingpastels   
Paint Andalucialonger residential, holidays    beginnersimprovers
Tel: UK 020 8385 2024enquiries@paint-andalucia.comgo to website
Jan  AprMayJunJul SepOctNov 
 Painting Holidays with a Personal Touch - The special light, panoramic vistas and unique architecture of Andalucia makes it the perfect place for you to explore your creativity under the guidance of our resident artist, Anna Martin.
Relleu, Alicante, Spainoils, acrylicswatercoloursdrawingpastelstextilesother (various creative courses)18+
Almassera Vellalonger residential, holidays    beginnersimprovers
Tel: +34 966 856003christopher@oldolivepress.comgo to website
   AprMayJun  SepOctNov 
C de la Mare de Deu del M. 56
Relleu
03578 Alicante
SPAIN
23-30 June 2012: A Painting Week in Spanish Village with Jennifer Johnson. Expect vibrant early summer light, warm balmy days - a relaxing pool and inspiring, sympathetic guidance from Jennifer. Also literature, walking, cookery holidays.
Trujillo, Spainoils, acrylicswatercoloursdrawingpastelsprintmakingtextiles18+
Trujillo Art Courseslonger residential, holidays    beginnersimprovers
Tel: UK 020 7381 6000garton@alderney.netgo to website
    May   Sep   
 Painting Holidays or just rent our Special Studio in the Villa, the perfect base for bird watching, photography, painting, riding, astronomy, walking while on a self-catering short break. Shops & main square 5 mins walk. Close to public swimming pool.
Online/Correspondenceoils, acrylicswatercoloursdrawing    
iCan Arttailored tuition    beginnersimprovers
 info@ican-artcourse.co.ukgo to website
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
 Step by step work through the fundamentals of drawing and painting with advanced ideas interwoven. Comes with worksheets, record sheets, self evaluation sheets and choice to submit work for a critique.