Joyful Strokes: Christmas Drawing Class
Saturday 16 December
Botanic Gardens - 11:30am - 2 Hours
Erin McManus
Unlock Your Festive Creativity at "Joyful Strokes: Christmas Drawing Class"!
Get ready to infuse the holiday season with artistic flair in our Christmas-themed drawing class! Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned artist, experience the joy of creating festive masterpieces in a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere. Each session explores different Christmas themes, from Santa and snowmen to ornaments and winter scenes, guided by our expert instructor. All art supplies are provided, so just bring your enthusiasm, and let the holiday magic begin! Perfect for a creative outing or a unique gift, reserve your spot now and make this Christmas season unforgettable with "Joyful Strokes."
Beginner's Drawing Class
Saturday 13 January
University Road, Belfast - 11am - 2 Hours
Erin McManus
In this class, we will explore the basics of drawing and equip you with the skills needed to create beautiful and expressive artwork.
Our experienced instructors will guide you through the fundamentals of drawing, including perspective, proportion, shading, and composition.
We will also be practicing various forms of Mark Making techniques and hopefully will make an empty page less daunting to fill up.
Perfect for complete beginners.
Architecture Photography
Saturday 16 December
The Garden at 120 - 12pm - 2 Hours
Imran Quayes
Discover the power of Architectural Photography in capturing masterpieces of design and structure. Unleash your creativity with nothing more than your camera and create stunning architectural images that boast of exceptional aesthetics. This insightful course will cover an array of architectural photography techniques, equipping you to excel in commercial assignments or in creating captivating fine art prints. This is your chance to expand your photography skills and tap into new realms of artistic expression.
Christmas Amigurumi Class
Saturday 16 December
Hammersmith - 2pm - 3 Hours
Shivani Patel
Experience the joy of creating delightful and personal handmade treasures at the Christmas Amigurumi Class. Open the doors to the world of whimsical miniatures like Santa Claus, reindeers, and snowmen, perfect for holiday gifting and reveling. This enriching class offers both beginners and seasoned crochet enthusiasts the opportunity to master the art of crafting amigurumi characters. Participate and unlock your creative potential while imbuing your festive season with warmth and charm. Give the gift of joy and cheer this holiday season with your unique handcrafted amigurumi creations.
Winter Light Photography
Sunday 17 December
Kingston Upon Thames - 4pm - 3 Hours
Amaan Ali
Bundle up and lets explore in the cold and capture the cozy and subtlety of the lighting seen in this winter.
In this workshop, we will explore the art of capturing the beauty and magic of the winter season through photography.
Our experienced instructor will guide you through the process of understanding and applying the principles of photography, including composition, exposure, and lighting. We will cover topics such as using natural light to create a mood, capturing the sparkle of snow and ice, and experimenting with different angles and perspectives to create striking images.
Street Photography Meetup
Saturday 30 December
Kingston Upon Thames - 1pm - 2 Hours
Amaan Ali
People, cafes, vendors, street merchants, buskers, historic buildings, art installations and much more. The power of observation underpins the art of great street photography. Learning to "see" interesting detail is a practised skill and we introduce you to easy methods that will open your photographer's eye and expose you to a world that is alive with detail. The most rewarding part of the class is learning how to approach interesting people and have them willingly pose for you.
We will also go over settings, focusing techniques and lens choices common to street photography to help us capture those random chance encounters.
Motion Blur - Using Blur in Photography
Saturday 30 December
St. Paul's Cathedral - 9pm - 2 Hours
Imran Quayes
Boost your photography skills with our special workshop focusing on intentional motion blur. Dive into a range of innovative blurring techniques such as long exposures, panning, and purposeful camera movement tailored for artistic impact. Remember, blurry photos aren't always an oversight - mastering this art can revolutionise your approach to photography, opening a door to fresh creative opportunities and broadening your photographic potential.
Street Photography
Saturday 06 January
Clapham - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Shona Goolab
People, cafes, vendors, street merchants, buskers, historic buildings, art installations and much more. The power of observation underpins the art of great street photography. Learning to "see" interesting detail is a practised skill and we introduce you to easy methods that will open your photographer's eye and expose you to a world that is alive with detail. The most rewarding part of the class is learning how to approach interesting people and have them willingly pose for you.
We will also go over settings, focusing techniques and lens choices common to street photography to help us capture those random chance encounters.
Beginner's Crochet Class
Saturday 06 January
Hammersmith - 2pm - 3 Hours
Shivani Patel
Dive into the world of crochet, be it you are a complete novice, have taken a hiatus, or are just seeking some guiding hand to perfect those basic stitches. Our class covers essential skills starting from the way to handle your yarn, advancing to formation of stitches that manifest into a classic granny square. We also provide all necessary crochet materials participants would need. To make the whole experience more delightful, enjoy a complimentary cup of tea or coffee during the class. Learn, enjoy and revive the art of crochet with us.
Long Exposure Photography
Saturday 13 January
St. Paul's Cathedral - 6:30pm - 2 Hours
Imran Quayes
Discover the essentials of mastering long exposure in order to capture mesmerizing light trails. This creative approach to photography involves keeping the camera's shutter open for longer than usual periods, generating truly unique and awe-inspiring effects in your images. Not only will you unlock the magical world of light trail creating, but you'll also delve into tripod photography, transforming the way you approach your shoots. Elevate your photographic skills and unleash your creativity in ways you've never imagined possible.
Amigurumi 101
Saturday 20 January
Hammersmith - 2pm - 3 Hours
Shivani Patel
Unleash your creativity and master new crochet skills with our premier Amigurumi workshop, the Japanese technique of crafting adorable, crocheted critters. Ideal for anyone who has conquered our Beginners Class, this session will introduce you to the basics, equipping you to start creating your first Amigurumi heart. We provide all materials and expert instruction throughout the class, complemented with a delicious, refreshing non-alcoholic beverage to sip on as you craft. Discover the charming world of Amigurumi with us!
Composition in Photography
Saturday 27 January
Threadneedle Street - 3pm - 2 Hours
Imran Quayes
Discover the Art of Photographic Composition
Unlock the full potential of your photographic vision by mastering the elements of composition. Our comprehensive course provides an in-depth look into the principles that can transform your images from ordinary to extraordinary. Whether you're just starting out, refining your skills, or seeking to achieve new creative heights, this course is tailored to elevate your craft.
Through our guided exploration, you will learn to effectively apply a wide range of compositional rules, including:
- The classic Rule of Thirds, for balanced and dynamic images
- Harnessing Shapes to define and accentuate your subject
- Mastering Negative and Positive Space for impactful storytelling
- Utilizing Line to guide the viewer's eye and create depth
- Exploring Symmetry and Patterns for visually arresting shots
- Identifying Points of interest to anchor your composition
- Color Theory to create mood and evoke emotions
- Tonal Range to add texture and dimension
- Playing with Distance to alter perspective
- Achieving Balance for aesthetic harmony
By the end of this course, you'll have a toolkit of strategies to see beyond the viewfinder and compose your scenes with confidence and creativity. Join us on a journey to elevate your photography and capture the world as you envision it.
Beginner's Crochet Class
Saturday 03 February
Hammersmith - 2pm - 3 Hours
Shivani Patel
Dive into the world of crochet, be it you are a complete novice, have taken a hiatus, or are just seeking some guiding hand to perfect those basic stitches. Our class covers essential skills starting from the way to handle your yarn, advancing to formation of stitches that manifest into a classic granny square. We also provide all necessary crochet materials participants would need. To make the whole experience more delightful, enjoy a complimentary cup of tea or coffee during the class. Learn, enjoy and revive the art of crochet with us.
Light Painting (playing with light)
Saturday 10 February
Parliament Street - 5:45pm - 2 Hours
Imran Quayes
Discover the enchanting art of light painting at our upcoming photography workshop! Ideal for enthusiasts eager to delve into a new skill or refine their techniques, this session caters to photographers across the spectrum, with particular benefits to beginners.
Embark on a journey from the basics where you'll learn to manipulate a single light source, to the more intricate dance of orchestrating multiple lights to illuminate your subjects. We'll guide you through the intricacies of light painting, shedding light on essential gear and helpful accessories to enhance your creations.
Join us for an evening where your imagination can run wild and the canvas is nothing less than the darkened sky. Illuminate the night and capture the magic as we transform ordinary spaces into extraordinary scenes. Come, let's paint the night with light.
