Workshops

Yorkshire Landscape Painting Workshop This beginners workshop will begin with a short history of artists who have previously captured the Yorkshire Landscape from Turner to Hockney. You will then move on to practical painting inspired by the topic using watermixable oil paints (all the joys of oils without the fuss!). The tutor will guide you through the process of creating your own small contempo…

Silver Wrap Ring with Genevieve Broughton. Make your own silver ring. After choosing from a range of designs you will be guided through the making process by your tutor. You will learn how to use basic jewellery making tools to form your ring and how to apply different techniques to create textures and finishes. What you will make: Using techniques such as forming, stamping and texturing you will…

Join Alex Macey, a seasoned local stone mason, for this fabulous taster workshop. Alex will help you master fundamental masonry skills and refine your technique. It is the perfect introduction to this historic craft so why not join Alex and explore the intricate world of stone carving. This Stone carving taster day is an opportunity to hand carve a 2d image of your own choosing into stone using tr…

Make beautiful wirw Alliums for your garden with Wendy from Twigs and Sprigs In this workshop you will create two wire alliums using fine wire and aluminium. A relaxing workshop, needing patience but well worth the outcomes. Suitable for beginners. All materials provided Time: 10.0 - 12.30 pm Location: Just Makers Ripley Refreshments will be provided on arrival. *CANCELLATION POLICY* Please note t…

Make beautiful wirw Alliums for your garden with Wendy from Twigs and Sprigs In this workshop you will create two wire alliums using fine wire and aluminium. A relaxing workshop, needing patience but well worth the outcomes. Suitable for beginners. All materials provided Time: 1 pm - 3.30 pm Location: Just Makers Ripley Refreshments will be provided on arrival. *CANCELLATION POLICY* Please note th…

Needle felting workshop Enjoy a fun, relaxed and informative day learning the art of needle felting with expert needle felt artist, Pam Chilton. On this workshop you will make your own 3D needle felted animal. All materials will be provided, there will be lots of coloured wools to choose from and you will see examples of needle felted animal sculptures to give you lots of inspiration. Time: 10.30-…

Willow Hedgehog Workshop This workshop with Anna Cross from "Anna and the Willow" will show you how to create your very own hedgehog for your garden or indoor space. Learn how to make a 3D shape using willow and discover why willow is the perfect material to sculpt with. This course is pertfect for beginners and all materials will be provided. Previous feedback from Anna's courses: "Excellent cour…

Silver Spinner Ring Workshop with Karen from Redcurrant Glass You will create a stunning silver spinner ring with one spinner. Created from scratch you will learn how to texture, pattern, shape, solder and polish . Additional spinners can be purchased on the day. Location: Just Makers, Ripley Cost: £75 Time: 10.30 -13.30 Duration: 3 hours Refreshments will be provided on arrival and a chance to br…

CALLIGRAPHY Impress your family with learning the art of beautiful writing. You will learn the fundamentals of Modern Calligraphy & its skills. This could be a great time to create fabulous cards, table decorations etc...just in time for Easter!! As your style will develop throughout the class, you’ll be able to extend your skills to many more items. Come & enjoy this wonderful, relaxing Art of Ca…

Botanical Plaster casting with Tara Joy Learn how to make your own beautiful flower nature plaster cast tile creating your own piece of artwork. There will be flowers and foliage for you to choose from, however if there are any particular flowers or small objects you would like to cast, please bring them along. The course will cover rolling out clay, designing and arranging the flowers, greasing t…

Garden mosaics with Sue Kershaw Add a splash of year-round colour to your garden in mosaic. Choosing from a wide range of designs, materials and colours you could hang your finished piece on a wall or install in a patio or flower bed (22 cm square). Learn how to cut and arrange the tiles to create interesting shapes and patterns. Experienced friendly tuition provided by Sue Kershaw. Friendly, fun…

Willow Basket Workshop Join Anna from "Anna and the willow" and make a traditional frame basket to take home with you. These baskets are perfect for eggs, bread or a small garden trug. This workshop is suitable for beginners. Previous feedback from Anna's courses: "Excellent course.  Very relaxed atmosphere but really helpful" "This was a really interesting workshop!  The tuition was high quality…