Details of all our courses are available below. Prices include all materials needed (unless otherwise stated).Courses can be booked online, over the telephone on 01858 466692, by post or in person at Leicestershire Craft Centre, 10a High Street, Market Harborough (above Monsoon).
TERMS & CONDITIONS
Please note we can only offer refunds in the event of a course being cancelled due to insufficient numbers of applicants or unforeseen circumstances. In such cases, you will be notified, and full payment will be refunded, or a different course date offered.
No refunds will be given for sessions missed due to illness (including Covid), holidays or any other personal reasons.
Beginners Watercolour |
Have you always wanted to paint with Watercolours? Has it been years since you've done it? Have you dabbled during lockdown, but feel like you need some guidance? Then this is the course for you! Suitable for complete beginners. Our fantastic art tutor, Kay Carpenter, takes you right back to basics teaching you all the techniques you need to handle watercolours, and begin painting pictures from the very first class! You'll be amazed at what you learn, and how you progress over the 5 week course. All materials are included in the price of the course, and there is the opportunity to learn more and progress with further courses if you enjoy working with watercolours.
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Tutor: Kay Carpenter |
Cost: £135.00 |
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Beginners Watercolour Block 2 |
If you've completed our first Beginners Watercolour 5 week block, this is a follow-on course to build on and expand your techniques. Kay will help you hone your skills with a variety of subject matter, still life, landscapes and more as you continue your artistic journey. All materials are included in the price of the course. Please Note: This is a 5 week course starting 25th October, 1st Nov, 7th Nov, 15th Nov, 29th Nov. There is NO class on 22nd Nov.
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Tutor: Kay Carpenter |
Cost: £135.00 |
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Drawing Course |
A four week course, which is a great opportunity to improve on your drawing skills and to try out different materials, such as pencil, pen and charcoal. A variety of subjects are covered, over the 4 weeks which may include still life, portraits and landscapes. Learn more about line, shading, sketching and perspective. The course is suitable for beginners, and those who already enjoy drawing but would like a little
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Tutor: Kay Carpenter |
Cost: £124.00 |
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Etegami Watercolour Workshop |
In this workshop, join Caroline to create a set of seasonal postcards using pen and watercolour. Etegami (picture postcards from Japan) are a snapshot of a moment, a chance to relax, draw and paint and capture an item close to you, in your everyday life. Add a special message, poem, quote, bible verse or even recipe to annotate your work. Send to a friend or loved one, or keep as artwork for your home. Templates will be provided to aid your creativity or feel free to bring along items or photographs from home, that you would love to draw and paint. All materials are provided as well as plentiful tea and coffee while working. Come and meet new friends and enjoy learning from experienced, creative people.
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Tutor: Caroline Barley |
Cost: £32.00 |
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Intermediate Watercolour |
Do you want to practice and improve your watercolour technique? Join like-minded people in our friendly studio and learn to refine and develop your skills with our fantastic local artist and tutor, Kay Carpenter. You'll paint a variety of subject matter using different techniques over the weeks. All materials are included in the cost of the course.
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Tutor: Kay Carpenter |
Cost: £135.00 |
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Paper Collage Bird |
Use the simple technique of paper collage to create a stunning piece of artwork. |
Tutor: Katharine Wright |
Cost: £35.00 |
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Silk Painting |
If you have ever wondered how a design is put onto a silk scarf, then this is the workshop for you! Spend a peaceful day learning how to place a design on silk, how to create a clear outline of your design and how to apply paint to the silk. You will create a beautiful piece of art work to take home and perhaps even wear as a scarf. All materials and equipment are provided. |
Tutor: Hannah Harrison |
Cost: £50.00 |
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