Welcome to The Arty Crafty Bunch

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Need a change of scene or break from a screen? You may not have picked up a paintbrush since school or be a regular arty type- don't worry, Creative Coffee is suitable for all. It provides a supportive, safe, environment just to have a go, whilst enjoying a coffee, cake and natter at the same time!

Each week we will have a go at exploring a new artistic idea or technique. There will be initial input from professional art teacher, Sarah, who will explain and demonstrate, then be on hand to advise and guide. Over the weeks we will explore drawing, painting, printmaking and collage. Every week will be different, so you can dip in and out of sessions as it suits you.

All materials will be provided- you may wish to bring an apron as some materials may stain your clothes.

Each session runs from 1-2.30pm and costs just £12 and includes art materials, a mug of coffee and a yummy cake.

Come with a friend or come with yourself- all ages are welcome!

Sessions will run on:

Monday 3rd March  Wax & Watercolour Ammonite Fossil Collage

Monday 1oth March  Animal Eye Collage Part 1

Monday 17th March  Animal Eye Collage Part 2

(please note this is a 2 week activity so ideally attendance will also be required on both 10th & 17th March.  Please note 17th March is the earlier time of 12.30-2pm for one week only)

Monday 24th March  Pointillist Butterfly Mini  Canvases

Monday 31st March  Beatriz Milhazes Brazilian Themed Collage Part 1

Monday 7th April  Beatriz Milhazes Brazilian Themed Collage Part 2

(please note this is a 2 week activity so ideally attendance will also be required on both 31st March & 7th April)

Monday 14th April  NO GROUP  

Monday 21st April  NO GROUP (Easter Monday)

Monday 28th April  Hundertwasser Spiral Paintings

Monday 5th May  NO GROUP (Bank Holiday)

Monday 12th May  Tissue Paper & Wire 3D Flower Sculpture

Monday 19th May  Patterned Clay Bowls

Following the success of Creative Coffee and feedback from our participants, we are launching monthly evening workshops.  The lovely ladies at Como Blend have agreed to open specially for us, so we will have the cafe to ourselves.   Just like Creative Coffee, we provide a supportive, safe, environment just to have a go.  The longer session means we will have time to take on bigger projects and enjoy a glass of Prosecco along with a natter.

Each month will have a different focus. There will be initial input from professional art teacher, Sarah, who will explain and demonstrate, then be on hand to advise and guide.

All materials will be provided- you may wish to bring an apron as some materials may stain your clothes.

Each workshop costs just £25 and includes all art materials, a glass of Prosecco and nibbles.  The coffee shop will be open, so there will be an opportunity to purchase further drinks and snacks.

Come with a friend or come with yourself- all ages are welcome!

Workshops run from 6.45-9pm

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Wednesday 9th April   Acrylic Seascapes: using the Impressionists for inspiration, we will be painting our own canvases using acrylic paint.  If you have a favourite coastal image bring it along to paint, otherwise a selection of images will be provided.

Wednesday 7th May  Multicolour Pop Art Press Prints: design and make a bold, multicoloured nature inspired print.