Art and Photography
Welcome to our courses where we explore the amazing world of art, photography, and all things creative. Our goal is to inspire and engage our audience with captivating content that showcases the beauty and diversity of the arts. Join us on this journey of discovery and let's celebrate power of creativity together.
📸 DSLR Photography for Beginners
Do you own a digital camera but rely on the Auto setting?
Ready to finally understand what all those dials, buttons and numbers really do?
Join our hands-on 6-week course designed for complete beginners who want to move beyond point-and-shoot photography and start taking creative, confident photos.
Over six sessions, you’ll learn how to take full control of your camera:
Week 1: Getting to know your camera – menus, modes and settings
Week 2: Depth of field – create beautiful background blur or pin-sharp landscapes
Week 3: Shutter speed – freeze motion or paint with light
Week 4: ISO & exposure – master light and avoid grainy shots
Week 5: Manual control – understanding Program (P) & Manual (M) modes
Week 6: Showcase – review your work and celebrate your progress
By the end of the course, you’ll know how to confidently compose, expose and capture the photos you’ve always wanted.
Learning to Draw
✏️ Learn to Draw: A 3-Week Beginner’s Course
Ever wished you could draw but don’t know where to start?
Join our relaxed 3-week beginner’s course and discover the joy of putting pencil to paper.
Across three fun, confidence-building sessions, you’ll learn the essential foundations of drawing, including:
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Line, shape and proportion – seeing and sketching accurately
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Shading and light – creating depth, form and contrast
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Perspective and composition – making drawings look real and balanced
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Simple techniques to boost skill, confidence and creativity
No experience is needed — just curiosity and enthusiasm!
You’ll leave with a solid foundation, a sketchbook full of progress, and the skills to keep developing your art.
🧰 What to Bring
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A small set of sketching pencils
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A putty rubber
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A sketchbook
If you would like to buy these from Max, please let us know when booking:
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Sketching pencil set — £3.50
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Putty rubber — £2.00
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A5 sketchbook — £5.00
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Full set — £10.00
🎨 Arts & Crafts with Max
New Winter Block!
6-week course
Join Max for a brand-new Arts & Crafts block this winter!
These creative, hands-on sessions are a perfect chance to unwind, try new techniques, and enjoy some well-deserved “me time”.
Each week focuses on a different project or skill — from painting and drawing to mixed media and seasonal crafts. Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced maker, you’ll be warmly welcomed.
All materials are provided each week unless stated below, so all you need to bring is yourself.
🌟 Week-by-Week Summary
1️⃣ Painting Flowers in Acrylics
Learn simple techniques to create vibrant floral artwork.
2️⃣ Glass Painting
Bring a clear glass item (wine glass, vase, jar) to decorate with colourful designs.
3️⃣ Neurographic Art
A relaxing, therapeutic technique using watercolours and coloured pencils.
4️⃣ Drawing with Oil Pastels
Explore bold colours, blending and expressive mark-making.
5️⃣ Spring / Easter Wreaths
Create a beautiful seasonal wreath to take home.
6️⃣ Mixed Media Card Making
Design and make four unique cards using papers, textures and creative layering.
