6-week Introduction to Art and Design

Throughout the course, you’ll explore the foundations of art and design, including drawing, painting, colour theory, and composition. Each week, Raychel will guide you through fun and engaging projects that will help you develop your own unique style. Expect a friendly and supportive atmosphere where creativity can flourish!

Week 1 - Sketchbook and Journal

• Design Ideas and theme
• Create to take home

Week 2 - What is Art?

• Research - Art History styles and techniques
• Create - favourite style onto rock or wood paneL

Week 3 - The Colour Wheel

• Colour - mixing - introduction to application techniques
• Paint Colour Wheels in Acrylic and Watercolour

Week 4 - Paper/Watercolour

• Painting styles and techniques - stretch paper
• Paint (watercolour and coffee)

Week 5 - Canvas/Acrylic & Oil

• Painting styles and techniques - different surfaces
• Paint (Acrylic and pouring)

Week 6 - Mixed Media

• Using an amalgamation of techniques learnt over the six weeks to create a new piece or finish off an existing piece.

All Equipment included

Cost: £120 for 6-week course - must be paid in advance

Minimum 2 - Maximum 5

The Colour Witch Studio is a purpose-built workshop in Darton, Barnsley (just off Junction 38 of the M1) creating a welcoming artistic space for everyone. We use relaxation techniques including meditation, visualisation and breathing to get you into a place of calm to allow you to discover your inner artist and create your very own masterpiece to take home.

For the 6-week course you will receive your very own SketchJournal - this is for you to carry out research and doodle at home using the techniques learned in the workshops. We encourage you to spend a few minutes each day completing your SketchJournal between sessions.

All equipment you will need is provided. Refreshments are included. Limited parking on-site, with plenty of on-street parking close by.

We use all the senses to create a welcoming, holistic environment, we also have a dog and two cats in the house, please let us know if you have any allergies or sensitivities to fragrance.

Please let us know if you have any Dietary Requirements.

Please note: these are introductory launch prices and places are very limited, book early so that you don’t miss out!

Courses will run:

6-week course commences

· Spring 2025 - Thursday 6 March

· Summer 2025 - Thursday 15 May