Smartphone Photography Tips Tricks
Sunday 21 June
College Green Bristol - 10am - 2 Hours
Charlotte Sams
With many people taking photos on phones, this session will explore how to take better photos using your phone camera, looking at angles and composition.
Beginner's Photography Class
Sunday 28 June
College Green Bristol - 9am - 3 Hours
Charlotte Sams
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance! Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure. We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
Street Photography Walk at Bath Abbey
Saturday 27 June
Cheap St. - 10am - 2 Hours
Nik Mather
Join us for a 2-hour street photography walk around Bath Abbey. We'll explore the streets and capture the architecture and candid moments of Bath. Suitable for all skill levels. Please bring your camera and comfortable walking shoes.
Street Photography Class - Evening
Saturday 27 June
The Hayes, Cardiff (St Davids Centre) - 6pm - 2.0 Hours
Rachel Southard
Explore the vibrant streets of Cardiff city centre with your camera. Learn to capture candid moments, interesting architecture, and the energy of urban life. Perfect for photographers looking to practice street photography techniques in a supportive group environment. Meet at Starbucks first for a brief introduction before heading out to explore the city.
Street Photography - Juxtaposition
Saturday 04 July
Cheltenham - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Steve Rolfe
Learn to find contrasting elements in your frame, such as old and new architecture, or people of different ages interacting. This can create compelling visual narratives. Suitable for all skill levels.
Beginners Photography Class
Saturday 04 July
North road, Cardiff - 11am - 3.0 Hours
Rachel Southard
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance! Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure. We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 04 July
Cheddar - 3:50pm - 3 Hours
Simon Lees
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!
Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.
We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
Sunset Photography Meetup
Saturday 04 July
Cheap St, Bath - 6:50pm - 2 Hours
Simon Lees
Learn how to use the proper settings to capture a beautiful sunset.
Beyond just being a natural phenomenon, the setting of the sun symbolizes many things to a variety or people and cultures. The setting of the sun represents the completion of a day's work, so it represents the opportunity to rest.
Composition in Photography
Saturday 18 July
Cheap St, Bath - 3pm - 2.0 Hours
Simon Lees
A 2-hour meetup exploring composition techniques in photography. Suitable for all skill levels.
Landscape Photography at Bath Botanical Gardens
Saturday 25 July
Bath Botanical Gardens, Victoria Park - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Nik Mather
Join us for a landscape photography session at Bath Botanical Gardens. We will explore techniques for capturing stunning landscapes, including composition, lighting, and working with natural elements. Suitable for all skill levels. Please bring your own camera and equipment.
Summer Nature Photography Meetup
Saturday 25 July
Cwmcarn Forest, Newport - 11am - 2.0 Hours
Rachel Southard
Join this session for tips on how to use your camera settings to creatively capture nature in a variety of ways. We'll explore forests and natural light in summer.
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 01 August
Cheddar - 3:50pm - 3.0 Hours
Simon Lees
A 3-hour beginner's photography class covering essential camera skills and composition techniques. Suitable for those new to photography.
Street Photography Class
Saturday 15 August
Kingsway Centre - 11am - 2.0 Hours
Rachel Southard
Street photography encompasses a wide range of genres. Join Rachel Southard to explore candid moments, urban scenes, and composition techniques in Newport Town Centre.
Golden Hour Photography Meetup
Saturday 15 August
Cheap St, Bath - 6:50pm - 2.0 Hours
Simon Lees
A 2-hour meetup capturing the beautiful golden hour light. Explore techniques for shooting during sunset, including exposure, composition, and using warm tones. Suitable for all levels.
Drawing for Beginners-Shapes & Foundations
Saturday 27 June
Celyn Avenue,Lakeside - 10am - 2 Hours
Jude Harrington
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 instructor 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.
Stardust Wishes
Sunday 28 June
Yate Shopping Centre - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Debbie Copp
Join us at Bolero Lounge for a creative acrylic and silver foil art session. You will create a 'Stardust Wishes' artwork using acrylic paint and silver foil. Participants need to bring a canvas no bigger than A4 and their acrylic kit. Silver foil will be provided. Your ticket includes a tea or coffee.
Crochet Summer Panama Hat Workshop
Sunday 28 June
Downend, Bristol - 1pm - 3.0 Hours
Vera Stadon
? Crochet Summer Panama Hat Workshop ??
Join our relaxing and creative crochet workshop where you will start making your own stylish summer brim Panama hat.
During the workshop you will:
? Learn how to calculate the correct hat size for any age or head size
? Learn how to crochet a beautiful structured brim
? Start creating your own summer hat
? Learn how to crochet at least two different decorative flowers for your hat
Suitable for more experienced crocheters who would like to learn new techniques.
Come, create, learn and enjoy a lovely crafty atmosphere together
Perspective Drawing
Saturday 04 July
Central Cardiff park - 10am - 2 Hours
Chidozie
Get comfortable with perspective by starting simple, using cubes to explore different viewpoints and techniques. This session covers one-point and two-point perspective, helping you draw buildings, rooms, and objects with depth and accuracy. Perfect for beginners ready to understand the fundamentals of spatial drawing.
Charcoal Sketching Workshop
Sunday 05 July
Camden - 11am - 2.0 Hours
Shalini Pillai
Explore value, contrast, and edges using charcoal at Burdall's Yard. Practice blocking in shapes, building midtones, and creating dramatic light effects. Suitable for all skill levels. Please bring your own materials.
Beginner's Drawing Class
Saturday 18 July
Central Cardiff park - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Chidozie
A welcoming class for those new to drawing. Learn fundamental techniques including line work, shading, and basic shapes in a supportive environment. Perfect for absolute beginners looking to build confidence and start their drawing journey.
Still Life with Vegetables
Saturday 18 July
Lakeside - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Jude Harrington
Join us for a relaxed watercolour session painting a still life with fresh vegetables. We will explore colour mixing and brushwork to capture shape and texture. Suitable for all skill levels.
Crochet Toys with Chenille Yarn
Saturday 18 July
Downend, Bristol - 1pm - 3.0 Hours
Vera Stadon
Join us for a fun crochet workshop where you'll learn to make adorable crochet toys using soft chenille yarn. Perfect for those with basic crochet skills. All materials provided. A non-alcoholic drink is included.
Silhouette Trees in Acrylic
Sunday 19 July
Yate Shopping Centre - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Debbie Copp
Join us at Bolero Lounge for a relaxing acrylic painting session. You will learn to create a beautiful silhouette trees artwork step by step. All acrylic painting experience levels welcome. Participants need to bring their own canvas and acrylic supplies. Your ticket includes a tea or coffee.
Exploring Abstract Art
Saturday 25 July
Celyn Avenue,Lakeside - 10am - 2 Hours
Jude Harrington
Dive into the vibrant world of abstract art with our Exploring Abstract Art class!Unleash your creativity as we use various media to reinterpret everyday objects and discover fresh subjects. Explore expressive and abstract representations that breathe life into your artistic vision. Get ready to embark on a journey of 'mark making' techniques, creating dynamic starting points that will evolve into unique masterpieces. Join us in this exciting exploration of abstract expression - where every stroke tells a story!
Floral Art Workshop
Saturday 25 July
Oldfield Park, Bath - 2pm - 2.0 Hours
Shalini Pillai
Join us at Moorland Road Community Library for a creative floral art workshop. We will explore drawing and painting flowers using various techniques. Suitable for all skill levels. Please bring your own art materials.
Urban Sketch
Saturday 01 August
Central Cardiff park - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Chidozie
Capture the urban landscape through drawing. This session focuses on sketching buildings, streets, and city scenes on location. Learn techniques for quick sketching, adding detail, and capturing the energy of urban environments. Perfect for those who want to document city life through art.
