Course will run weekly in term time, on Thursday starting January 8th 2026 10am - 3pm Suitable for beginners, those who are 'dabbling' and those already painting, who would like to explore a variety of painting techniques including oil, watercolour, gouache, and acrylic. This fantastic course covers the vital elements of art including colour, line, shape, form, value, texture, space, and guides the learner through the processes of experimentation and planning, to produce and display finished art works centred around the genre of Still Life. Students will explore the use of a sketchbook to record and evaluate their experimentation. We will provide a wide range of art materials, encourage different approaches to practice. With technical workshops coupled studio discussion, learners are encouraged to engage in the research of historical and contemporary practice to help inform and develop their own creativity. At South West Art Courses, we keep group size small at a maximum of 8 learners. This ensures a high degree of teacher contact time while enabling enough participants for engaging group discussion. Our 10 week course, offers excellent value for money at only £950. For this you will receive 50 hours of face to face, studio based tuition. Also included are the majority of the materials, drop-in studio sessions with tutors, and access to the members area of the website with class notes. Deposit 25% required at the time of booking with the balance due before enrolment in January 2026 * Payment plans available. Please email admin@southwestartcourses.co.uk to arrange. Parking Please note there is no parking directly at the venue. There is on-road parking in the road opposite or in The Avenue where there is a walk-way to the studios. Coldharbour pay and display carpark is a short walk. Disabled Parking We have 2 disabled parking bays for blue badge holders directly outside the door to the studios that may be reserved in advance. Please email admin@southwestartcourses.co.uk to book. Refund Policy: We are unable to refund unless your place can be filled. South West Art Courses Ltd. City & Guilds Centre number 009765

MAKING CREATIVE JOURNALS. (7156. L2. 211) On Fridays 10am - 3.30pm Starting January 9th 2026 A Creative Journal is an innovative way of collating your personal thoughts, ideas and imagery. It is a place to practice your art and to hone your skills, and a place to combine your writing with your visual art. In this ten week course you will produce two journals – one will be a commercially available sketchbook (supplied by us) which you will adapt to create an individual journal, and the other will be a book that you will personally construct. Full tuition for book making and book binding will be an integral part of this course. You will be taught numerous techniques for paper and metal materials including tearing, layering, cutting, folding, weaving, distressing, foiling, leaf, wires, shims. You will explore colouring and texturising surfaces with piercing, joining, pleating etc. Block printing and repeat pattern, collage, 3D card structures, overprinting and collographs will all be explored to provide you with plentiful experimental techniques to include in your journal. Each journal will be based on a theme which will be informed by your research into historical, cultural and contemporary artists who specialise in making creative journals. This course can be undertaken with a view to gaining City & Guilds certification, or can equally be enjoyed simply for the practical skills that you will gain, without the need for assessment. (C&G registration and assessment £100 - not included in the course fee.) Completed work will be exhibited in our end of year exhibition. Course Fee - £950 Deposit 25% payable at booking. Balance due before start of course. Payment plan of 3 further monthly payments available. Please email on admin@southwestartcourses to arrange this. All refreshments are provided. Please bring a packed lunch. Refund Policy:- We regret there will only be a refund if your place can be filled. Parking Please note there is no parking directly at the venue. There is on-road parking in the road opposite or in The Avenue where there is a walk way to the studios. Coldharbour pay and display carpark is a short walk. Disabled Parking We have 2 disabled parking bays for blue badge holders directly outside the door to the studios that may be reserved in advance. Please email admin@southwestartcourses.co.uk to book.

Course will run weekly in term time, on Fridays 10am - 3pm Starting September 12th 2025 Participants have the choice to be put in for formal assessment with City & Guilds, at the end of the course. It is not compulsory! (Please note there is an admin fee of £100 for formal assessment with City and Guilds payable at the end of the course with submission of work.) Suitable for beginners, those who are 'dabbling' and those already drawing who would like to explore a variety of drawing techniques and learn about drawing in a historical and contemporary context in order to enhance their practice. This fantastic course covers the vital elements of drawing, including colour, line, shape, form, value, texture, space, and guides the learner through the processes of experimentation and planning, to produce and display finished art works, in our annual art exhibition. Students will explore the use of a sketchbook to record and evaluate their experimentation. We will provide a wide range of art materials, including pencils, charcoal, ink, chalk/pastels, paint, textural mediums, wax crayons, and multiple types of paper. Tasks will include producing drawings showing water, still or moving, horticultural and architectural features. With technical workshops coupled with theory lectures, regular tutorials and studio discussion, learners are encouraged to engage in the research of historical and contemporary practice to help inform and develop their own creativity. At South West Art Courses, we keep group size small at a maximum of 8 learners. This ensures a high degree of teacher contact time while enabling enough participants for engaging group discussion. . Deposit 25% required at the time of booking with the balance due before enrolment in September. Payment plans available. Please email for details. South West Art Courses Ltd. City & Guilds Centre number 009765

Course will run weekly in term time, on Fridays 10am - 3pm Starting April 2026 Participants have the choice to be put in for formal assessment with City & Guilds, at the end of the course. It is not compulsory! (Please note there is an admin fee of £100 for formal assessment with City and Guilds payable at the end of the course with submission of work.) Suitable for beginners, those who are 'dabbling' and those already drawing who would like to explore a variety of drawing techniques and learn about drawing in a historical and contemporary context in order to enhance their practice. This fantastic course covers the vital elements of drawing, including colour, line, shape, form, value, texture, space, and guides the learner through the processes of experimentation and planning, to produce and display finished art works, in our annual art exhibition. Students will explore the use of a sketchbook to record and evaluate their experimentation. We will provide a wide range of art materials, including pencils, charcoal, ink, chalk/pastels, paint, textural mediums, wax crayons, and multiple types of paper. Tasks will include producing drawings showing water, still or moving, horticultural and architectural features. With technical workshops coupled with theory lectures, regular tutorials and studio discussion, learners are encouraged to engage in the research of historical and contemporary practice to help inform and develop their own creativity. At South West Art Courses, we keep group size small at a maximum of 8 learners. This ensures a high degree of teacher contact time while enabling enough participants for engaging group discussion. . Deposit 25% required at the time of booking with the balance due before enrolment in September. Payment plans available. Please email for details. Refund Policy:- We regret we can only refund if your place can be filled. South West Art Courses Ltd. City & Guilds Centre number 009765

Course will run weekly in term time, on Thursday 10am - 3pm Starting 11th September 2025 Suitable for beginners, those who are 'dabbling' and those already creating and interested in filling in those foundation basics. This fantastic course covers the vital elements of art, including colour, line, shape, form, value, texture, space, and guides the learner through the processes of experimentation and planning, to produce a series of 6 designed samples covering many different techniques and media. Students will explore the use of a sketchbook to record and evaluate their experimentation. We will provide a wide range of art materials, and provide advice on starting your own collection of art supplies. Students on the course will have the opportunity to come to our drop-in sessions for free for practice and catch-up. At the end of the course participants have the option to put in for formal assessment with City and Guilds to obtain two units, (7156-201) Developing design ideas and (7156 - 202) Using sampling techniques for 2D and 3D work. Further study can lead to C&G Level 2 Certificate in Creative Techniques or Textiles. (Please note, if you would like to be formally assessed for the City and Guilds foundation units, there is an additional £100, not included in the course fee, which covers registration and assessment.) At South West Art Courses, we keep group size small at a maximum of 8 learners. This ensures a high degree of teacher contact time while enabling enough participants for engaging group discussion. . Deposit 25% required at the time of booking with the balance due before enrolment in September. Payment plans available. Please email for details. Cancellation Policy We regret we are unable to offer a refund unless the space can be filled. We provide tea and coffee (and biscuits), please bring a packed lunch. We are a zero nut studio as Jenni is allergic to Hazelnuts and Almonds! Thank you. South West Art Courses Ltd. City & Guilds Centre number 009765

Course will run weekly in term time, on Wednesdays 10.00AM - 3.00PM Starting September 24th 2025 City & Guilds Unit 208 (7516) Using Printing Techniques This 10 week course looks at the material, processes and techniques to create prints. Processes include, monoprint, linocutting, drypoint and etching. Techniques include intaglio, and relief, screenprinting and collagraphs. We will cover the elements involved in print making, line, mark, layers, texture, tone and colour. Finishing with the design and production of 12 prints for an exhibition. Please note:- This course requires the learner to stand for a while, as screen prints are unable to be pulled sitting down. Also learners need to have sufficient strength and dexterity in their hands to carve a lino and hand print it. Refreshments provided, please bring your own lunch. Most materials provided. However due to the high costs involved in printing, there will be a small extra charge for some of the techniques. SWAC reserve the right to change the structure and content of any course. Parking Please note there is no parking directly at the venue. There is on-road parking in the road opposite or in The Avenue where there is a walk-way to the studios. Coldharbour pay and display carpark is a short walk. Disabled Parking We have 2 disabled parking bays for blue badge holders directly outside the door to the studios that may be reserved in advance. Please email admin@southwestartcourses.co.uk to book. South West Art Courses Ltd. City & Guilds Centre number 009765

Decorative Stitch Drop-in Come and practise your craft in a relaxed creative studio full of beautiful stuff with tutor on hand for guidance in various techniques including appliqué, embroidery, and kantha. Bring you own materials to work on, start a new project, or finish that one you have started! Some materials available for purchase. Tuesdays 10.00 - 12.00 noon Parking Please note there is no parking directly at the venue. There is on-road parking in the road opposite or in The Avenue where there is a walk way to the studios. Coldharbour pay and display carpark is a short walk. Disabled Parking We have 2 disabled parking bays for blue badge holders directly outside the door to the studios that may be reserved in advance. Please email admin@southwestartcourses.co.uk to book.

Come and spend 2 hours working on your own personal creativity. Practise your skills in painting and mixed media in a relaxed and friendly environment with tutors on hand for guidance. All levels welcome. Wednesdays 10.00 - 12.00. Please bring your own painting equipment. Some mixed media materials supplied. Parking Please note there is no parking directly at the venue. There is on-road parking in the road opposite or in The Avenue where there is a walk way to the studios. Coldharbour pay and display carpark is a short walk. Disabled Parking We have 2 disabled parking bays for blue badge holders directly outside the door to the studios that may be reserved in advance. Please email admin@southwestartcourses.co.uk to book.

Course will run weekly in term time, on Mondays starting September 15th 2025 Suitable for beginners, those who are 'dabbling' and those already painting, who would like to explore a variety of mixed media techniques. This fantastic course covers the vital elements of art including colour, line, shape, form, value, texture, space, and guides the learner through the processes of experimentation and planning, to produce and display finished art works. Students will explore the use of a sketchbook to record and evaluate their experimentation. We will provide a wide range of art materials, encourage different approaches to practice. With technical workshops coupled studio discussion, learners are encouraged to engage in the research of historical and contemporary practice to help inform and develop their own creativity. We will cover techniques** such as mono printing, fabric printing, paint, collage and cyanotype. At South West Art Courses, we keep group size small at a maximum of 8 learners. This ensures a high degree of teacher contact time. Our 10 week course, offers excellent value for money at only £950*. Includes the majority of the materials, drop-in studio sessions with tutors, and access to the members area of the website with class notes and instruction videos. There is an option to submit your work at the end of the course for assessment for a City & Guilds award. (Additional admin fee of £100 required at the end of the course before assessment.) Deposit 25% required at the time of booking with the balance due before September 2025 * Payment plans available. Please email admin@southwestartcourses.co.uk to arrange. ** May be changed or replaced by other techniques. Refund Policy. We regret there will be no refunds unless the place can be filled. Parking Please note there is no parking directly at the venue. There is on-road parking in the road opposite or in The Avenue where there is a walk-way to the studios. Coldharbour pay and display carpark is a short walk. Disabled Parking We have 2 disabled parking bays for blue badge holders directly outside the door to the studios that may be reserved in advance. Please email admin@southwestartcourses.co.uk to book. South West Art Courses Ltd. City & Guilds Centre number 009765

Course will run every Thursday 10.00am - 3.00pm, for 14 weeks. September 11th 2025 It is designed for learners who wish to gain skills and knowledge in the basic foundation elements of art to enable them to develop their skills and creativity in textiles, either for career progression in the textiles sector, or for those who simply want to expand their knowledge and skills for personal development. The classes are limited to a very small number of learners to ensure that everyone has enough tutor time. The course will be divided into two units, which between them allow the learner gain the foundation unit credits (7161 - 201/202). Further study of two other units, Textile Decoration (7161-203) and Hand Embroidery (7161-204) available as separate, bookable unit courses in term 2 and 3, will be needed to gain the full Level 2 Certificate. (Credits gained from all four units gain a City and Guilds Level 2 Certificate in Textiles) You will be working in sketchbooks to collate and develop your ideas. This foundation course will give you the creative underpinning you will need to expand your work with textile art. It looks at the elements common to all forms of art and will give you a solid base to take your work further. 1. 'Developing Design Ideas' involves experimenting with ideas using a range of craft materials, tools and equipment to develop a 3D form using 2D materials. We will look at the fundamental art elements colour, line, texture, shape and form. 2. 'Sampling Techniques for Textile Design' guides you to develop design ideas. and techniques for textile design producing a minimum of 7 design ideas in a style that are suitable for display to a client. Foundation course fee units 201 and 202 - £1330 Most materials are included although learners may wish to purchase more or different materials for their design ideas. Deposit 25% required at the time of booking. Payment plans are available. There is the option to gain the City and Guilds unit accreditation. This requires an addition registration fee of £100 payable at the end of the course and before formal assessment. Parking There is no parking directly at the venue. Two disabled spaces are available to book in advance. Please email admin@southwestartcourses.co.uk to book.

Course will run weekly in term time, on Mondays 10.00AM - 3.00PM Starting April 13th at our Sherborne studio. (Live online class available (UK only) including materials package - please email for details.) In this comprehensive extensive ten week course you will discover the art of hand embroidery, connecting your creative practice with art and design. Embroidery is the classic art of decorating fabric or other materials to create a myriad of beautiful hand stitched patterns. This course is suitable for any skill level, from beginner to advanced, because, due to small classes, it can be tailored to suit your ability. During the ten weeks you will produce a number of sample pieces to showcase a variety of techniques, and finish with a final design to create a traditional or innovative piece of work in the form of a wall hanging, a bag, a box or a textile item for interiors. You will be experimenting with a variety of fabrics, traditional and non-traditional, and a number of different variations of the basic stitches. Techniques such as fabric manipulation - pleating, tucking, gathering, burning, melting, slashing and creasing will be thoroughly explored. Also, how to use and add colour in the form of paint, fabric wax crayons, sponging and dyeing etc. will also be included, plus different forms of embellishment including beads, sequins and appliqué. Research into the historical contemporary and cultural aspects of embroidery design and key designer makers, plus looking at the compositional elements of line, colour, texture, shape and form, will inform your own design process and help you to develop your own style. This course follows the specification of the City & Guilds 7161- 204 and you have the option to be assessed for this qualification at the end of the 10 weeks - (additional fee £100) This course can lead to further courses and processes for fashion, couture, costume, textile art and interiors. Refreshments provided, please bring your own lunch. Parking Please note there is no parking directly at the venue. There is on-road parking in the road opposite or in The Avenue where there is a walk-way to the studios. Coldharbour pay and display carpark is a short walk. Disabled Parking We have 2 disabled parking bays for blue badge holders directly outside the door to the studios that may be reserved in advance. Please email admin@southwestartcourses.co.uk to book. South West Art Courses Ltd. City & Guilds Centre number 009765

Course will run every Thursday 10.00am - 3.00pm, for 14 weeks. September 11th 2025 It is designed for learners who wish to gain skills and knowledge in the basic foundation elements of art to enable them to develop their skills and creativity in textiles, either for career progression in the textiles sector, or for those who simply want to expand their knowledge and skills for personal development. The classes are limited to a very small number of learners to ensure that everyone has enough tutor time. The course will be divided into two units, which between them allow the learner gain the foundation unit credits (7161 - 201/202). Further study of two other units, Textile Decoration (7161-203) and Hand Embroidery (7161-204) available as separate, bookable unit courses in term 2 and 3, will be needed to gain the full Level 2 Certificate. (Credits gained from all four units gain a City and Guilds Level 2 Certificate in Textiles) You will be working in sketchbooks to collate and develop your ideas. This foundation course will give you the creative underpinning you will need to expand your work with textile art. It looks at the elements common to all forms of art and will give you a solid base to take your work further. 1. 'Developing Design Ideas' involves experimenting with ideas using a range of craft materials, tools and equipment to develop a 3D form using 2D materials. We will look at the fundamental art elements colour, line, texture, shape and form. 2. 'Sampling Techniques for Textile Design' guides you to develop design ideas. and techniques for textile design producing a minimum of 7 design ideas in a style that are suitable for display to a client. Foundation course fee units 201 and 202 - £1330 Most materials are included although learners may wish to purchase more or different materials for their design ideas. Deposit 25% required at the time of booking. Payment plans are available. There is the option to gain the City and Guilds unit accreditation. This requires an addition registration fee of £100 payable at the end of the course and before formal assessment. Parking There is no parking directly at the venue. Two disabled spaces are available to book in advance. Please email admin@southwestartcourses.co.uk to book.