Life-Drawing Sessions
Every Tuesday evening
18:45-21:00
Every Wednesday morning
10:00 - 12:00
£12 pp via Eventbrite
Tuesday evening at life-drawing is a chance for beginners to professional artists to gather and spend the evening drawing and experimenting, whilst celebrating the human form. Each week we have a different life model, who will pose for a series of quick poses and one long pose at the end. There is a break in the middle for free tea, coffee and biscuits. Easels and boards are provided.
Please bring along your own drawing materials of choice and paper. We just ask that there is nothing toxic with strong fumes.
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Our group welcomes anyone, wherever they are on their artistic journey - we all learn from each other.
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Please note, this group is only open to people over 18.
Play with Paper: making sculptures with Alison Lam
(all ages)
Thursday 25th April 2024
14:00 -16:30
Free, book on via Eventbrite
Join Alison as you make 3D sculptures with paper, inspired by the origami lotus flowers within Alison’s exhibition at Studio KIND. at The Corn Store.
The sessions will start with an introduction and trust-building exercises, and Alison will explain how she collects conversations and moments of overwhelm, and being happy and sad. Sessions will be tailored to different age groups, and individual needs. There will be regular movement breaks and quiet moments. Participants will need to give their permission to be filmed, which will be turned into a film.
Play with Paper: making sculptures with Alison Lam
(all ages)
Saturday 27th April 2024
13:00 -16:00
Free, drop in
Join Alison as you make 3D sculptures with paper, inspired by the origami lotus flowers within Alison’s exhibition at Studio KIND. at The Corn Store.
The sessions will start with an introduction and trust-building exercises, and Alison will explain how she collects conversations and moments of overwhelm, and being happy and sad. Sessions will be tailored to different age groups, and individual needs. There will be regular movement breaks and quiet moments. Participants will need to give their permission to be filmed, which will be turned into a film.
Spring Flowers: Drawing with Pastels with Georgie Stewart
Thursday 2nd May 2024
18:30 -20:30
£15 via Eventbrite
In this two hour workshop, Georgie will cover the essentials of colour theory, composition and pastel techniques, surrounded by beautiful seasonal arrangements of spring bulbs and flowers. We’ll dive into Georgie’s creative process and how she approaches her drawings, from layering and mark making to tips on paper and storage.
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This workshop is perfect for all skill levels, from complete beginners to more seasoned artists. For ages 14+
An Introduction to Visible Mending with Molly Rooke
Darning is a great skill to learn to keep your knitwear going for longer whilst bringing in beautiful colours and patterns to accentuate the repairs you have done. Visible mending is helping us to be more sustainable and reduce waste!
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All darning materials included. Samplers will be provided but you can also bring an item of knitwear that you'd like to mend yourself - socks and jumpers are particularly good to work on.
Find out more about Darn Good Studios: www.darngoodstudios.co.uk
Creative Colour Mixing for Painters with Luna North
Sunday 5th May 2024
10:00 -13:00
£45 via Eventbrite
This course will take your colour skills to a new level. We will look at seasonal colour palettes and learn to record the colour that we see accurately.
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The colour palettes that you create will look like abstract paintings or colour jewels and are beautiful in their own right. This palette can then be used by you to make richer more interesting paintings in the future.
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If you have always wanted to create paintings that have a real glow, where the colours harmonize then this is for you whether beginner or more experienced. Bring with you paint brushes and acrylic paint if you have them. Luna will also provide some paint and paper.
A Creative Day of Linocut Printing with Luna North
Linocut printing is such an enjoyable process and creates bold graphic pictures. All materials are provided including traditional lino and soft cut lino, to suit all hand strengths. We will make a single colour print in black or blue, your choice.
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Have you always wanted to make a print from a special photo, a landscape, place or person? Bring along your photo and Luna will support you to make the design.
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This day is suitable for beginners and more experienced students.
Hooked Rug Making with Rebecca Holley
Sunday 26th May 2024
10:00 -16:00
£50 via Eventbrite
Produce a unique hooked textile panel using reclaimed fabrics to your own design. Learn the traditional method of hooked rag rugging. Using your unwanted fabrics and clothing, create a small mat and the skills to make larger pieces for your home.
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Make a Photo Album with Megan Stallworthy
Sunday 2nd June 2024
10:30 -16:00
£50 via Eventbrite
Learn to make a small album to use for photos, ephemera or as a memory book, with compensation guards built into the structure to stop the book becoming wedge-shaped when the photos or ephemera are in place. This is a practical, hands-on workshop suitable for beginners or those with some bookbinding experience, with all the materials and tools supplied. You will take home a beautiful album and the skills to make more independently.
Megan is an experienced bookbinder and teacher. Find out more about her work at celandinebooks.co.uk.
Introduction to Suminagashi with George Rayner
Thursday 6th June 2024
18:00 -21:00
£30 via Eventbrite
Join us for a journey into the ancient Japanese technique of paper marbling. Learn the delicate balance of ink and water, creating captivating and unique designs that seem to dance on water.
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This workshop plan is designed to engage participants of all skill levels, offering a blend of instruction, hands-on practice, and creative exploration in the world of Suminagashi. Expect to go home with some beautiful Sumingashi works of art to gift to loved ones or display in your home.
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No experience needed just bring your curiosity and creativity.
Introduction to Frame Loom Weaving with Jessica Cutler
You will learn how to make your own fabric using a variety of classic weave structures as well as some decorative tapestry techniques. Students will learn how to warp their own looms, weave, finish and create their own woven wall-hanging or decorative fabric. The workshop will focus on texture, pattern and colour.
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All materials will be included.
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This course is intended for beginners, anyone wanting a recap or anyone looking for some creative downtime. For ages 16+
Introduction to Oil Painting with Amy Jobes
Sunday 9th June 2024
10:30 -14:30
£50 via Eventbrite
If you have ever wanted to try your hand at oil painting and simply don't know where to start, this beginners workshop with Amy Jobes will help unleash your creativity. Amy will guide you step by step to create an expressive landscape oil painting.
This class will cover basic traditional techniques and methods, whilst helping you to let go of feeling anxious or precious about your work. This includes: Composition ideas, how to start using a sketch and ground, how to create depth with tone, working from dark to light, muted vs saturated colours, impasto mark-making.
Woodcut Printing Masterclass with Merlyn Chesterman: Exploring the Process
Sunday 28th July 2024
10:00 -16:00
£85 via Eventbrite
The focus of this session is to focus on learning the process from start to finish, and is open to people of all abilities – from beginners to experiences printmakers. Even beginners can expect to come away with beautiful prints from the workshop.
Merlyn Chesterman RE is a local printmaker; and has been a fellow of the Royal Society of Painter-Printmakers, exhibiting around the
UK and internationally, and regular exhibitor at the Royal Academy Summer Exhibition.
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Hester Berry Masterclass: Landscape Oil Painting
Wednesday 25th September 2024
10:00 -14:30
£50via Eventbrite
Hester Berry's practice is rooted in traditional representation and methods, but she constantly challenges her understanding of painting and explores ways paint can represent effects such as light, time, movement and climate. She uses marks as economically as possible, distilling the image / feeling / moment into what is necessary, so that through objective representation there is enough room for subjective interpretation.
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Social Sessions
Makers Meet
Every Wednesday
13:00 - 15:00
Free (donation welcome)
Meet other makers at Studio KIND. every Wednesday 1-3pm, where you can bring your current arts and craft projects and make together. Makers of all types and abilities are welcome - it's about making together and being part of a creative community!
Emerging Creatives of North Devon
Every second to last Saturday
of the month
20th April 2024
15:00 - 17:00
Free (donation welcome)
Emerging Creatives of North Devon is a new peer support group of artists and creative professionals under the age of 30 who are living in North Devon. Perhaps you've returned from university, perhaps you've recently graduated from Petroc, perhaps you're just setting up your creative business, or recently registered as self employed. Meet other creatives in North Devon and share your experiences, support each other, exchange skills, collaborate, or just have a chat! These sessions will be headed up by our gallery assistant and local fine art photographer, George Rayner. For more information contact george@studiokind.org.uk
Say What You See
Every first Thursday of our
curated exhibitions
7th March 2024
12:00 - 13:00
Free (donation welcome)
'Say What You See' are new sessions lead by Sharon Gale, who will lead a fun, informal tour of our current exhibition talk about ways to look at contemporary art, and sharing our thoughts, feelings, and ask ourselves the question ‘But What Is it?’ There are no right or wrong answers when looking at art, all interpretations are valid! So come along, find out a bit about the artist and their work, and share your opinions. Sharon Gale is an artist and arts educator, and taught herself everything she knows about contemporary art. As a firm believer that art is for everyone, Sharon wants the gallery to be a non-judgmental and safe space to talk openly about what we’re looking at!
Photo Social
Every Second Saturday of the month
11th May 2024
17:00 - 19:00
Free (donation welcome)
Finally an excuse to print out some of those fantastic images collecting dust in your hard drive. However, there's no pressure to bring anything – you're welcome to simply join in and support others. The social is a chance to connect with new faces, collaborate or simply share your interest in photography with others. This isn't a forum for harsh critique. Instead, it's a space where we uplift and encourage one another, fostering constructive and compassionate support for each other's creative endeavours and maybe just share an idea or two. Everyone is welcome, and you're welcome to bring your tipple of choice. We look forward to seeing you there!
ZestLab Adult Social Art Sessions
Mondays
26th February
15th March
13:15-15:00
£11 per session via ZestLab
If you enjoy having a go and being creative, trying something new and meeting others, then these sessions are perfect for you. Sessions are running once a month with the first few focused on simple printing techniques.
Sue, who is leading the sessions, is an experienced primary school teacher with a big passion for recreational art. No previous experience is needed for these sessions and it might be that this builds your confidence to have a go at a more technical sesison.
In the sessions you will be able to try out different printing techniques and have a go at creating your own print to use as design for a card or put in a frame.
Most importantly there will be a cup of tea and slice of cake!
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Visit our events page for more details and to sign up: https://zestlab.org/events or send an email to contact@zestlab.org
