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Art History with tutor Jo Teague
Art History with tutor Jo Teague The Wilson is an exciting resource we can use to develop our own unique work. This course will use the exhibitions and artefacts currently on display to inspire us to produce our own work. From abstract work to Arts and Crafts we will be drawing, sketching, painting and exploring […]
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Sewing Machine Skills 2 with tutor Jo Teague Come and master using simple pattern to further develop your sewing machine skills. You will try new projects that show you the basics of following a pattern, understand the cloth and make something you can use and be proud of! Tuesdays, 10-2.30pm at the Art Shape Studio […]
› Read moreJanuary 2025 Reset!
Connect, Move, Breathe & Share is a programme of outdoor get-togethers. For adults with mild additional support and/or mental health needs who would benefit from social connection. Events involve a walk, gentle movement exercises and creative activities. We always finish with a social and drink (on us!) from the local café. Next up is a […]
› Read moreOur December programme
We would like to welcome you to our ‘December Be Connected’ programme. You will find all of the activities and sessions which we are running in December 2024 for you as unpaid Carers. You are welcome to bring along the person you support if they would like to join in. Or you can join and […]
› Read morePhotographic Journeys with Donna Lawson
Photographic Journeys with tutor Donna Lawson Building on the knowledge of digital photography you have already learned, you will create detailed art portraits and learn how flash lighting can help light your subjects, as well as exploring Macro photography. You will experiment with flexing the shutter speed to create ICM (intentional camera movements), focus length […]
› Read moreCreative Mums 5 with Sue Condi-Gardner
Creative Mums 5 with tutor Sue Condi-Gardner Come and join us on this arts and craft course at the Oasis Centre in Cheltenham. Take some time out for yourself, meet other mums and learn a variety of new artistic techniques and skills. You will incorporate every day maths skills while you create unique artworks. The […]
› Read moreReady, Thready, Sew 2 with Jo Teague
Ready, Thready, Sew 2 with tutor Jo Teague Cross stitch is more than making pictures. Come and join us on this course to explore some of the modern ways to use this simple stitch and make your own sampler to brighten your day. This course will explore how the things we make can help with […]
› Read moreCMYK Screen Printing with Charlotte Hawke
CMYK Screen Printing with tutor Charlotte Hawke This course will develop your learning of colour and screen printing using the exciting CMYK process! Create hand cut, or ripped, paper stencils, then screen print the stencil shapes using each other: cyan (blue), magenta (red), yellow and black inks. Explore layering and overlapping the stencils and watch […]
› Read moreGraffiti Art with Nathan Coll
Graffiti Art with tutor Nathan Coll Learn about different types of mural art, the paints used and creative techniques associated with graffiti art. Work collaboratively and use decision making skills to create large pieces of art. Using either brushed or spray paints, the finished artwork will be exhibited outside the Art Shape office, including your […]
› Read moreGeometric Kaleidoscopes with Warren Day
Geometric Kaleidoscopes with tutor Warren Day On this course you will create your own abstracted image using a variety of geometric shapes and colour palettes. You will familiarise yourself with different mathematical shapes whilst building upon existing skills. Your final outcome with consist of repeated overlapping shapes and patterns whilst exploring the potential of […]
› Read moreWinter Wonderland
Immerse yourself in Christmas magic at our Winter Wonderland event, specifically planned with disabled children and their families in mind. Visit Father Christmas in his grotto, receive a delightful present, and meet our beautiful real-life reindeer for a memorable family photo opportunity. Choose from one of two sessions: Morning: 11am – 1pm Afternoon: 1pm – […]
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