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Adult Fine Art Courses

Beginner Art Classes in Chester – Start This Week 

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Beginners welcome and encouraged!

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Calm & Creative

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A weekly, ongoing studio art class for adults who want to build skills, confidence and consistency — in a calm, supportive studio environment.

Start with a 6-week module. Continue in studio as long as you like.​

Our Adult Studio Art Programme is designed for long-term learning. Students join an ongoing class and develop their abilities gradually over time, guided by highly qualified and experienced art teachers. Get started with a 6 week course!

Beginners are very welcome.

Thursdays Pm

Watercolour for Beginners

Thursday, 2 April 2026

12:30 pm

Discover the beauty and versatility of watercolour in this 6-week beginner course.
Learn to control water, pigment, and layering with confidence.
Create soft washes, vibrant blends, and delicate details.
Explore both controlled techniques and expressive, fluid approaches.
Guided demonstrations and supported studio practice throughout.
Perfect for beginners wanting to enjoy and grow with watercolour. 🎨

£140 for 6 weeks

Tuesday Eve

Drawing foundations for beginners

Tuesday, 21 April 2026

5:30 pm

Build strong, confident drawing skills in this 6-week foundation course.
Designed for complete beginners and those strengthening core techniques.
Learn to truly see your subject and draw with accuracy.
Develop confidence in line, proportion, and observation.
Enjoy guided demonstrations and one-to-one support.
A relaxed, supportive studio to build essential art skills. ✏️🎨

£160 for 6 weeks

Thursday Eve

Art Fundamentals Course

Thursday, 7 May 2026

5:30 pm

Build a strong foundation in art with this structured 6-week course.
Designed for beginners starting their creative journey.
Explore core principles of drawing and painting.
Learn to see like an artist and observe with confidence.
Develop skills to translate what you see onto paper.
The perfect starting point for any artist. 🎨

£180 for 8 weeks

Thursdays Pm

Drawing & Painting Botanical Detail

Thursday, 4 June 2026

12:30 pm

Develop observation and detail in this calming 6-week botanical course.
Study leaves, flowers, and natural forms with confidence.
Learn to recreate intricate details through drawing and painting.
Build from simple shapes to refined, layered studies.
Explore tone, colour mixing, and texture.
Perfect for beginners and those refining skills in a relaxed studio. 🌿🎨

£140 for 6 weeks

Thursday Eve

Art Fundamentals Course

Thursday, 2 July 2026

5:30 pm

Course Overview
Build a strong foundation in art through this structured 6-week course designed for beginners. You’ll explore the core principles of drawing and painting, learning how to see like an artist and translate what you observe with confidence. Perfect as a starting point for any creative journey.

£180 for 8 weeks

Thursdays Pm

Watercolours for beginners

Thursday, 16 July 2026

12:30 pm

Discover the beauty and versatility of watercolour in this 6-week beginner course, designed to introduce you to the essential techniques and build your confidence with this expressive medium.

You’ll learn how to control water, pigment, and layering to create soft washes, vibrant colour blends, and delicate details. Through guided demonstrations and supported studio practice, you’ll explore both controlled techniques and more fluid, expressive approaches.

Perfect for complete beginners or those wanting to develop a more confident and enjoyable relationship with watercolour. 🎨

£140 for 6 weeks

Tuesday Eve

Still Life Atelier

Tuesday, 1 September 2026

5:30 pm

Still Life Atelier – 6 Week Drawing & Painting Course

Slow down and study the art of observation in this 6-week Still Life Atelier course, designed for anyone who wants to strengthen their drawing and painting through careful looking. Working from thoughtfully arranged studio still life set-ups, you will explore how artists use composition, tone, colour, light and form to create beautiful, balanced artworks.

Inspired by the traditional atelier approach, this course focuses on building skills through observation, patience, and guided practice. You will learn how to simplify what you see, improve accuracy, and create work with greater depth and sensitivity.

Ideal for beginners and developing artists who want a structured, studio-based course that builds confidence in both drawing and painting. 🎨

£160 for 6 weeks

Wednesday Eve

Acrylic for Beginners

Wednesday, 15 April 2026

5:30 pm

Start your painting journey with this fun, beginner-friendly acrylic course.
Learn to use colour, brushwork, and simple techniques with ease.
Create vibrant paintings from your very first session.
Build confidence through guided, step-by-step teaching.
No experience needed—just come ready to paint.
A relaxed, supportive studio to enjoy and learn. 🎨

£165 for 6 weeks

Thursdays Pm

Drawing Workshops

Thursday, 23 April 2026

12:30 pm

Explore drawing in a relaxed, creative workshop setting.
Build confidence and improve your observation skills.
Enjoy dedicated time to draw with expert guidance.
Develop your technique at your own pace.
Suitable for beginners and those looking to progress.
A supportive, enjoyable space to grow your drawing skills. ✏️🎨

£140 for 6 weeks

Wednesday Eve

Light & Atmosphere

Wednesday, 27 May 2026

5:30 pm

Explore how light creates atmosphere in this 6-week course.
Learn to observe and capture light with greater sensitivity.
Study tone, colour temperature, shadows, and highlights.
Work across still life, interiors, and landscape references.
Build subtle transitions and depth through guided practice.
Perfect for creating more atmospheric, impactful artwork. 🎨

£165 for 6 weeks

Friday Am

Drawing & Painting Botanical Details

Friday, 5 June 2026

9:00 am

Develop observation and detail in this calming 6-week botanical course.
Focus on leaves, flowers, and natural forms.
Learn to study and recreate intricate details with confidence.
Explore both drawing and painting techniques.
Build from simple shapes to refined, layered work.
Perfect for beginners in a relaxed, supportive studio. 🌿🎨

£140 for 6 weeks

Wednesday Eve

Summer Watercolours

Wednesday, 8 July 2026

5:30 pm

Explore light, colour, and fluid techniques in this 6-week course.
Learn the beauty and versatility of watercolour painting.
Build confidence controlling water, layers, and transparency.
Create fresh, vibrant artwork inspired by summer themes.
Balance guided teaching with relaxed studio practice.
Perfect for beginners and those wanting a looser style. 🎨

£165 for 6 weeks

Friday Am

Light & Atmosphere

Friday, 17 July 2026

9:00 am

This 6-week course focuses on understanding how light behaves and how artists can use it to create atmosphere within a piece. You will explore tonal studies, colour temperature, shadow, highlights, and soft transitions, using a variety of subjects such as still life, interiors, and landscape-inspired references.

With guided demonstrations and supported practice each week, you will learn how to observe light more carefully and translate it into artwork with greater subtlety and impact.

£140 for 6 weeks

Tuesday Am

Drawing for beginners

Tuesday, 21 April 2026

9:00 am

Drawing is the foundation of all visual art.
This 6-week beginner course builds core skills step by step.
Develop hand-eye coordination and observational accuracy.
Learn expressive mark-making and confident line work.
Each session builds progressively to strengthen technique.
Perfect for beginners wanting strong, lasting drawing skills. ✏️🎨

£140 for 6 weeks

Still Life Studies

Friday, 24 April 2026

9:00 am

Learn to truly see and draw with confidence.
This 6-week still life course builds strong observational skills.
Create balanced, realistic artwork through drawing and painting.
Explore proportion, light, tone, and colour.
Work from carefully arranged studio setups each week.
A calm, focused environment to develop your skills. 🎨

Tuesday Eve

Tone & Depth in drawing

Tuesday, 2 June 2026

5:30 pm

Develop your drawings with greater realism, depth, and confidence.
This 6-week course focuses on tone, shading, and form.
Learn how light and shadow create structure and atmosphere.
Move beyond outline to create solid, three-dimensional drawings.
Work from objects and still life with guided support.
Perfect for improving accuracy, shading, and confident drawing. ✏️🎨

£160 for 6 weeks

Tuesday Am

Summer Watercolours

Tuesday, 9 June 2026

9:00 am

Explore light, colour, and fluid techniques in this 6-week course.
Learn the beauty and versatility of watercolour painting.
Build confidence controlling water, layers, and transparency.
Create fresh, vibrant artwork inspired by summer themes.
Balance guided teaching with relaxed studio practice.
Perfect for beginners and those wanting a looser style. 🎨

£140 for 6 weeks

Tuesday Eve

Portrait drawing for all abilities

Tuesday, 14 July 2026

5:30 pm

Develop your portrait drawing skills in this 6-week course.
Suitable for beginners and those improving confidence and accuracy.
Learn to observe and capture facial features with structure and likeness.
Explore proportion, placement, line, tone, and shading.
Build portraits step by step from first marks to finished work.
A calm, supportive studio to grow your skills. ✏️🎨

£160 for 6 weeks

Tuesday Am

Calm & Creative Studio / Acrylic (Summer Edition)

Tuesday, 21 July 2026

9:00 am

6 Week Acrylic Painting Course

This 6-week summer course is designed for anyone who wants to slow down, enjoy painting, and build confidence with acrylics in a relaxed and supportive studio environment. Working through a series of calming, seasonal painting projects, you will explore colour, brushwork, layering, and composition while developing your own personal style.

Each session includes gentle guidance, demonstrations, and plenty of time to paint at your own pace, making this course ideal for beginners as well as those wanting to reconnect with creativity in a calm setting.

Perfect for anyone looking for a peaceful, inspiring class where they can learn new techniques, enjoy the process of painting, and create beautiful summer-inspired work. 🎨

£140 for 6 weeks

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