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Life-Drawing Sessions
Alternating Tuesday evenings - 18:45-21:00 and Wednesday mornings - 10:00-12:00
£12pp including free tea and coffee
Life-drawing is a chance for beginners and professional artists alike 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.
Print Club
Second Thursday of the month, 18:00 - 20:00 £12
These relaxed and informal sessions are led by established local printmaker Zoe Buffery, and offer the opportunity for beginners and experienced printmakers alike to learn, experiment and experience the fun of printmaking in like-minded company.
Enjoy access to our press, gentle guidance from a talented printmaker, and tea and biscuits!
Artivism: Four-Week Art Summer School for ages 12 - 15
Monday 3rd August - Monday 24th August 2026 13:30 - 16:00
£20 per session, or £60 for all four sessions.
Come along to Studio KIND for a four-week art-themed summer school for young people aged 12 - 15.
This year will be led by local artist Nicky Ruddick and will be focused on the theme of Artivism - exploring how art can challenge, protest and campaign for change.
FREE Children's Workshops: Butterfly Dream Boxes with Jane Churchill
Thursday 6th & Friday 7th August, 10:00 - 12:00,
FREE, drop-in
Working with artist Jane Churchill - have a go at collaging with different papers, maps, old book pages, ink and coffee to create your own beautiful butterfly (or beetle) in a matchbox. Suitable for children of all ages and their families, drop in any time between 10:00 - 12:00.
FREE Children's Workshops: Lego Printmaking with Zoe Buffery
Thursday 13th & Friday 14th August, 10:00 - 12:00,
FREE, drop-in
Create your own design or pattern in Lego and then transfer it to paper with the magic of print. Explore colour, textures and repeat patterns using these iconic blocks synonymous with play and experimentation. Suitable for children of all ages and their families, drop in any time between 10:00 - 12:00.
Hapa-Zome Tote Bags with Ellie Baddick
Thursday 20th August 2026 18:00 - 20:30
£35
This workshop will guide you through the Japanese printmaking process Hapa-Zome (leaf dye), using natural pigments and hammering technique. Together through composition and colour play, this session encourages creative release in a laid back setting, leaving you with a new skill and custom tote bag to take away.
FREE Children's Workshop: Rainbow Music with Luna North
Thursday 20th & Friday 21st August, 10:00 - 12:00,
FREE, drop-in
On this art workshop we will encourage you to draw what you feel, not just what you see! We will explore colours, pattern and imagination while listening to deep, calming music. As the music plays, you can create anything you like-bright rainbows, fluffy clouds, swirling patterns, or even something completely new. Suitable for children of all ages and their families, drop in any time between 10:00 - 12:00.
Introduction to Wood Engraving with Ed Crumpton
Sunday 23rd August 2026
£50
Discover the art of traditional wood engraving in this hands-on three-hour workshop led by artist Ed Crumpton. Using specialist hand tools and wood blocks, you’ll be introduced to the full engraving process — from developing an initial sketch to carving and producing your own printed image.
FREE Children's Workshop: Nature Mobiles with Ellie Baddick
Thursday 27th & Friday 28th August, 10:00 - 12:00,
FREE, drop-in
Discover the magic of nature by making your very own mobile with artist Ellie Baddick. A fun, hands-on experience using natural materials to inspire imagination and play. Suitable for children of all ages and their families, drop in any time between 10:00 - 12:00.
Art Talkin | Art Now: where is art going?
Thursday 27th August 2026
17:30 - 19:00
£5
In this session, we will look at some of the recent developments in art and trace how they grew from the collapse of Modernism in the 1970s and early 80s. We will review some of the main themes that appear to preoccupy artists in the 21st century within the context of a changing world and the challenges and opportunities this presents.
Introduction to Oil Painting with Amy Jobes
Sunday 30th August 2026 10:30 - 15:30
£50
This beginner’s workshop with Amy Jobes will help unleash your creativity in oil painting. If you’ve ever wanted to try oil painting but didn’t know where to start, Amy will guide you step by step as you create an expressive landscape painting.
The Secret Belgian Binding with Megan Stallworthy
Sunday 13th September 2026 10:30 - 15:30
£50
The Secret Belgian Binding is a fascinating, contemporary book structure featuring a 3-piece cover and a distinct, woven-like sewing pattern. On this exciting, practical workshop you will learn core bookbinding skills and take home a beautiful handmade book, perfect to use as a notebook or sketchbook.
Hoop Art Embroidery with Sarah Watkins of Noodle Pie Designs
Tuesday 15th September 2026
18:30 - 20:30
£20
Join us at Studio KIND for the first of our new series of relaxed craft events with Sarah Watkins of Noodle Pie Designs!
In this first session, Sarah will guide you through the fun process of Hoop Art Embroidery - the creative practice of framing finished hand-embroidery designs directly inside an embroidery hoop.
Introduction to Drawing with Julia Hall
Thursday 17th September 2026
19:00 - 21:00
£30
Did you used to draw but then life got in the way? Have you not drawn since school but want to have another go? This two-hour ‘Introduction to Drawing’ class will teach basic techniques of proportion, form, tone and perspective, giving you the confidence to begin a new skill or improve a rusty one.
Art Talkin | Impressionism – it’s not what you think
Thursday 24th September 2026
17:30 - 19:00
£5
Impressionism wasn’t gentle - it was radical. In this session, we will look at how technology, money and social upheaval in 19th-century France sparked a new way of seeing and kicked off the modern movement with its novel ways of working, new audiences and a new role for art in society.
Art And Music In Conversation With Jim Jones And Taz Pollard
Friday 25th September 2026
19:00 - 21:00
£20
Join us at Studio KIND for a magical night of art, music and inspiration with Jim Jones and Taz Pollard of the Ceramics Academy. This unique collaboration celebrates the dialogue between sound and form, inviting you to witness two accomplished artists inspiring one another in real time.
Wild and Tame: Animal Linocut Printmaking Workshop with Luna North
Sunday 27th September 2026
10:00 - 14:00
£45
Guided by professional linocut artist Luna North, participants will learn how to design, carve and print their own unique linocut artwork, drawing inspiration from the beauty and character of animals both domestic and wild.
Introduction to Stencil-Based Screen-Printing with Tushka Illustrates
Sunday 4th October 2026
10:00 - 16:00
£50
In this stencil-based screen-printing workshop, participants will explore the art of creating layered screen prints under the expert guidance of Tushka (Chrissy Mouncey). The session begins with designing and refining a minimum of two-layer stencils, which will then be hand-cut. Attendees will experiment with vibrant color blends, gradients, and monoprinting techniques, adding intricate details by painting directly onto the screen.
KIND Voices
Friday 16th October 2026
19:00 - 20:30
£12
KIND voices is an evening of contemporary poetry, story-telling and singing, bringing together a collection distinctive voices for a night of language, reflection, and connection. Join Nayomie James, Rosamund Clare, Katy Lee, Grizel Luttman-Johnson, Gabby Young and Helena Payne for an intimate gathering of words shared aloud.
Hester Berry Masterclass: Landscape Oil Painting
Sunday 18th October 2026 12:30 - 17:00
£50
Students will be guided through the process of making an oil painting, with attention paid to tone, colour-mixing and mark-making. Each student will have their individual needs met while they work, and all abilities are welcome.
Introduction to Visible Mending with Molly Rooke
Sunday 25th October 2026
13:00 - 16:00
£30
In this workshop you’ll learn how to darn a hole on a piece of knitwear using colourful yarns to accentuate and celebrate the act of mending, and have a go at a couple of different darning styles. You can also bring any items of clothing you’d like some advice on mending.
Art Talkin | Dada and the end of normal
Thursday 29th October 2026
17:30 - 19:00
£5
Dada blew up the rulebook. In this session, we will look at the wild and rebellious art born out of the First World War which coalesced under the heading of ‘Dada’. Bringing in new themes and approaches, artists associated with this loosely drawn movement challenged not only art as it had been known but also its broader role within society. Chaotic and provocative, Dada still echoes through culture today, over a hundred years later.
Art Talkin | Art After Philosophy
Thursday 26th November 2026
17:30 - 19:00
£5
In this session, we will look at the Conceptual Art movement of the late 1960s and early 1970s and how it led to the end of Modernism. Artists challenged our conception of art and even the status of the art object itself which, in its turn, opened the way to the proliferation of new approaches which are still unfolding today.
By booking an event at Studio KIND., you agree to our cancellation policy, which states that no refunds will be issued for cancellations made less than two weeks before the event date. Refunds requested earlier will be processed minus Eventbrite booking fees. Studio KIND. reserves the right to modify or cancel events as necessary, in which case full refunds will be provided or otherwise a postponement to a later date workshop. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
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