Watercolour Painting Course
Watercolour Painting Course in The Dart Foyer

Unlock your inner artist and discover the captivating world of watercolour in our inspiring weekly painting course!
Dive into this wonderful medium and learn the secrets to capturing luminous light, mastering subtle shades, and bringing exquisite texture to life on paper. As the early autumn landscape unfolds its beauty, we'll turn our artistic gaze to the natural world, exploring the charm of creatures great and small.
Following a cosy break for October half term, we'll return to embrace the magic and joy of the winter season through the expressive qualities of watercolour.
Held in the bright and welcoming foyer of The Dart, our friendly class offers the perfect start to your day – a creative haven where you can learn new skills, relax your mind, and connect with fellow art enthusiasts.
The course is designed to be practical, allowing you to actively practise and refine your painting skills whether you are a beginner or a seasoned artist.
Choose either the Monday or Friday sessions, giving you the flexibility to participate in the course whatever your schedule!
Perfect for complete beginners, this course provides all the tools and materials you need to embark on your watercolour journey.
What You'll Learn:
- The basics of watercolour techniques
- How to create stunning artwork in various subjects and styles
- Unleashing your artistic potential
- Learn about colour mixing, tonal values, brush techniques, composition and much more!
Course Highlights:
- A comprehensive 7-week course
- Expert guidance from seasoned artist Liz Kelly
- Transform your passion into breathtaking art
- Cultivate your artistic skills in a supportive and inspiring environment
This course is for Adults aged 18 and over only.
We also have a coffeeshop in our centre if you would like to get refreshments before the class but we suggest doing this 15 minutes beforehand.
Please note that the Summer term offers a 6-week watercolour course. From September onwards, for the autumn term, the course will be 7 weeks long, which accounts for the difference in price.
Summer Term (May - July)
Price: £75 per person, per monthly themed course Time: 10am - 12pm
Autumn Term (Sep - Dec)
Price: £87.50 per person, per monthly themed course
Time: 10am - 12pm
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2025 Classes
Birds of Paradise
Monday 2nd June - Monday 7th July - Book Here
Friday 16th May - Friday 20th June - Book Here
Natural Forms

Friday 27th June - 18th July - Book Here
JULY - AUGUST
Close due to essential electrical works on the School Site.
All Creatures Great & Small

Monday 8th September - Monday 20th October
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Friday September 5th - 17th October
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