Dare to Dance: Home Collection (Online sessions)
John Darvell from NOCTURN has put together 4 fun short workshops, from his own home, to try and bring that sense of fun and movement and give us a break from these challenging times.
Want to try out something new and discover a creative side you haven't explored before? Our range of one off workshops and taster sessions give you access to all sorts of art forms and a huge range of local professional artists and practitioners. Explore this page if you are an amateur artist, curious crafter or a creative professional to find the workshop for you.
John Darvell from NOCTURN has put together 4 fun short workshops, from his own home, to try and bring that sense of fun and movement and give us a break from these challenging times.
Saturday 18th November 2023 — Sunday 10th December 2023
The Lookout Studio, The Base
Learn the beautiful art of modern calligraphy with a festive theme with Francesca, a professional Illustrator and Calligrapher based in Wiltshire.
Saturday 2nd December 2023 — Sunday 17th December 2023
The Base Gallery
Make a large willow star and decorate it with fairy lights.
Saturday 2nd December 2023 — Sunday 3rd December 2023
The Gallery, The Base
Get into the festive spirit by making your own Christmas wreath in this fun guided workshop.
Saturday 2nd December 2023 — Sunday 3rd December 2023
101 Outdoor Arts, Greenham Business Park, RG19 6HN
Let your imagination run wild and bring your ideas to life at Lantern Making for the Brave.
Sunday 3rd December 2023
The Base Gallery
Come and make your own macramè Christmas decorations this festive season.
Monday 4th December 2023
The Base Gallery
Learn new techniques to create silk painted Christmas cards.
Saturday 9th December 2023
The Base Gallery
Create a beautiful willow angel sculpture.
Monday 11th December 2023
The Base Gallery
Enjoy the art of découpage in this festive workshop.
Thursday 4th January 2024 — Thursday 25th April 2024
Corn Exchange, Balcony Bar
Chat and relax as you work on your current project.
Monday 8th January 2024 — Monday 18th March 2024
Learning Centre
Refine your painting technique
Monday 8th January 2024 — Monday 18th March 2024
Learning Centre
Uncover your creativity in this course for beginners and experienced art lovers alike.
Tuesday 9th January 2024 — Tuesday 19th March 2024
Learning Centre
Sing and socialise as part of a community singing group.
Wednesday 10th January 2024 — Wednesday 20th March 2024
Learning Centre
Led by Ellen Clinch from Yoga Den, join in on Teen Yoga.
Sunday 14th January 2024
The Lookout Studio, The Base
Join Shirely Eccles for an introduction to the skills and techniques involved in glass fusing and slumping.
Wednesday 17th January 2024 — Wednesday 17th April 2024
Corn Exchange, Balcony Bar
Our monthly Memory Café's are for people living with dementia and their carers.
Saturday 20th January 2024
The Lookout Studio, The Base
Join Francesca Mclean to discover the versatility of painting with gouache paint.
Thursday 25th January 2024
The Lookout Studio, The Base
Enjoy learning the skills and techniques involved in linoprinting.
Saturday 27th January 2024
The Lookout Studio, The Base
Explore the possibilities of silver as you design and make your own ring.
Sunday 28th January 2024 — Sunday 25th February 2024
Balcony Bar
Join us in the Balcony Bar and explore the vibrant world of classic and contemporary plays with like-minded individuals.
Sunday 4th February 2024
The Lookout Studio, The Base
Learn to create a seal that will be unique to you and will last forever.
Friday 9th February 2024
The Lookout Studio, The Base
Learn the art of sculpting with wire to create your very own elegant daffodil.
Sunday 11th February 2024
Learning Centre
Relax with gentle movements and a soothing sound bath.
Saturday 17th February 2024
The Lookout Studio, The Base
This half day class is a great introduction to the fascinating craft of basket making with Judith Needham.
Thursday 22nd February 2024
Lookout Studio, The Base
Learn the basic techniques of weaving to create a stunning wall hanging using beautiful spring colours with Mandy Allport.
Saturday 24th February 2024
The Lookout Studio, The Base
Sarah Lane will introduce you to simple and intermediate hand embroidery stitches so you can embellish and decorate your clothes.
Sunday 25th February 2024
The Lookout Studio, The Base
Join James Mortlock from Macotu Leather to explore the timeless material of leather.
Sunday 25th February 2024
The Lookout Studio, The Base
Join jeweller Sandra McArdle for an introduction to silversmithing and explore the possibilities of silver.
Saturday 2nd March 2024
The Lookout Studio, The Base
Join Mandy from Born Again Bohemia for an exciting workshop aimed at people who are interested in sustainable fashion
Sunday 3rd March 2024
Lookout Studio, The Base
Get creative and draw your favourite animals or pets!
Saturday 9th March 2024
The Lookout Studio, The Base
Learn a new skill as you practice drawing from botanical inspirations.
Sunday 10th March 2024
The Lookout Studio, The Base
For a Mother Day Treat, why not enjoy an afternoon learning the skills and techniques involved in linoprinting
Sunday 10th March 2024
Learning Centre
A gong bath is the ultimate in deep relaxation.
Thursday 14th March 2024
The Lookout Studio, The Base
A relaxing and creative printing and collaging workshop with Berkshire Printmakers.
Saturday 23rd March 2024
The Lookout Studio, The Base
Come and create this much loved bird in copper wire with step by step instructions.
Saturday 30th March 2024
The Lookout Studio, The Base
This introduction to block printing with the Indian Block Printing Co. is the perfect workshop for anyone new to Indian block printing or for those wanting a refresher workshop.
Sunday 7th April 2024
The Lookout Studio, The Base
Weave a life-size sculpture of a boxing Hare to enhance your garden.