10-week Experimental Collage

In-person Course

£995

Learn Traditional Watercolour Techniques

Come and spend a playful, motivational day with us, while you learn important watercolour techniques, methods and experiments. This 10-week course is beginner-friendly while also being suitable for those seeking to revitalise their artistic journey. Each week you will discover a new creative process, or project idea, demonstrated by Caroline and Emma for you to complete at home. All projects have been curated by Caroline specifically for this course to fast-track your creative learning. By the end of the course, you will have filled a sketchbook with ideas and techniques to underpin your ongoing creative journey.

The Venue and Your Tutors

Get inspired by our 9-archer garden bursting with flora and fauna goodness, while being surrounded by like-minded people. Your main tutor will be Caroline Tatham, a professional artist, garden designer, qualified lecturer, Royal College of Art Graduate and teacher of 20 years. Caroline loves nothing more than helping connect people to their creative ability and has years of art practice under her belt. You’ll also be taught by Emma Tatham, the teaching assistant, who offers practical support as well as encouragement.

Additional Recourses

Optional Projects will be set each week for you to complete at home to extend your learning, please bear in mind you will get the most out of this comprehensive course if you have time to continue your practice. There will be high-quality handouts to guide your learning while you try out the techniques and complete each week’s creative challenge. Bespoke Pinterest boards have been created by Caroline for you to use at home for added inspiration. Feedback and support are offered every week via group tutorials as an opportunity to share and learn from your creative practice at home.

FAQs

  • There will be a welcome tea or coffee and internet access.

    Free parking is available.

    Materials are not included in the course cost.

  • Materials are not included in the course price, please see the equipment list button below.

    Lunch is also not provided, please bring a packed lunch with you.

  • Your tutor will be Caroline Tatham, a qualified lecturer who has a lifetime of experience teaching creativity.

    Your teaching assistant will be Emma Tatham who will offer lots of encouragement and practical support.

  • Not at all. We specialise in supporting and encouraging those with no previous experience. You just need a ‘can do’ attitude!

  • Materials are not included in the course cost.

    You will find a list on this web page soon. We strongly advise using the recommended materials to achieve the best results.

  • Do not worry! We are all creative and Caroline specialises in connecting people to their inner creative voice.

    You just need to be willing to give it a go. Absolute beginners are most welcome.

  • You will gain a greater understanding of the tried and tested techniques of water colour painting. You will also have an understanding of Caroline's creative process and how this can inspire your own creative artwork. You will have practical technique examples as well as four A4 still life painting

  • Yes! You are very welcome to join our online community ‘Creative Space’ where Caroline offers encouragement and feedback to posting members. In this free group, Caroline also shares weekly botanical photographs to inspire your artwork (#CreativeSpaceNatureSpark).

    There is also the chance to win prizes in the group challenges.

    Please see the button below.

  • This course is suitable for anyone who wants to expand their creativity in a safe and supportive atmosphere and learn the fundamentals of collage.

  • Date TBC

  • The course cost is £995.

    Art materials not included.

  • Each week, the doors open at 10am where tea and coffee will be available.

    The course finishes at 4pm.

Join our community Creative Space and meet other like minded creatives and see some of the techniques from our courses in action.