Workshops
We host a busy and varied programme of creative workshops, led by expert art and craft tutors. All abilities are welcome – whether you're an artist who wants to brush up on your skills, or a beginner wishing to learn something new.
The creative classes are run as either one-off sessions or as a series of half-day workshops over 6 weeks. The workshops cover a wide range of creative activity, such as watercolours, pastels, oils, acrylics, clay sculpture, art journals, ink, drawing, printing & stitching, embroidery, mixed media, felting and willow work. It's a great way to get creative in a beautiful building, with like-minded people and talented, supportive tutors.
To book your place, call 01460 54973 or email workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk leaving your telephone number.
Creative writing Just write
Explore your creativity, write more and have feedback.
Each week students are given themes in advance. The class Just write focuses on getting your stories written.
6-week course on Fridays: April 26, May 3, 24, 31, June 7, 14
10am - 12pm
Cost: £105 for 6 sessions
To book please ring: 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Fused Glass Hearts
Gain an insight into glass fusing in this 2-hour workshop.
Choose from prepared glass in a variety of colours, shapes and textures to create a beautiful vibrant or pastel 4-inch hanging hearts as a perfect gift for yourself or a loved one.
No cutting is necessary.
Cost: £45 (all materials included)
An introduction to Oil and Cold Wax painting
Cold wax is a versatile medium which is mixed with traditional oil paints and applied with unconventional tools, with not a paint brush in sight!
£55 plus £10 for specialist materials to tutor on the day.
Tutor: Bev Purdue
To book please ring: 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Local Landscapes in Oils with the Blackdown Edge Artists
A Blackdown Edge Artists workshop.
Join 2023's overall winner of the Ilminster Open Exhibition to explore using oils to create atmospheric and expressive landscapes in this one day class.
Cost: £50
To book please ring 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Felting
Felt Making, wet or dry - all techniques available! Suitable for complete beginners or the more experienced.
All day workshop, 3rd Friday of the month.
10am - 3pm
Upcoming sessions: May 17, Jun 21, Jul 19
Cost: £30 per session
To book please ring: 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Pastels
PART OF THE BLACKDOWN EDGE ARTISTS' EXHIBITION
This pastel workshop is ideal for beginners as well as more experienced artists to learn different techniques of how to create vibrant colour and light effects for all types of paintings.
At the time of this workshop, tutor Alexandra Lavizzari will be exhibiting in the Blackdown Edge Artist’s exhibition.
TUTOR: Alexandra Lavizzari
Cost: £50
To book, please ring: 01460 54973
Fused Glass Circlet
Gain an insight into glass fusing in this 2-hour workshop.
Participants will create an exquisite transparent fused glass circlet measuring 4 inches which sparkles in the sun both indoors and outside.
An assortment of blue, turquoise and crystal clear glass will be prepared for you to choose from to make a unique piece of fused glass.
No cutting is necessary.
Cost: £45 (all materials included)
Willow Obelisk
Our willow obelisk course is perfect for anyone looking to add a unique and natural look to their outdoor space.
You will learn how to craft your own willow obelisk using locally sourced willow.
Cost: £40 (all materials included)
To book please ring: 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Oil and Cold Wax painting: taking it further
An Ideal follow on from the Introduction to Oil and Cold Wax Painting Workshop.
This workshop will explore shapes, tone, lines and colour relationships and preferred palette and look at ways in which you can present your finished works of art to express more of your individual style!
£62 plus £10 for specialist materials to tutor on the day.
Tutor: Bev Purdue
To book please ring: 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Acrylics
Acrylic classes over 6 sessions - all levels welcome with Juliet Farnese
6 week course: June 5, 12, 19, 26, July 3, 10
Wednesdays 9:45am - 1pm
£105 for 6 sessions
To book, contact Juliet directly on: 07920 133 358 or email: julietfarnese@gmail.com
Loose Acrylic Florals
Learn to paint gorgeous, illustrative floral pictures in acrylics in these monthly sessions suitable for beginners. Let your imagination flow as you explore a loose and expressive style.
Cost: £95 for 6 weeks
June 5, 12, 19, 26, July 3, 10
1 - 3pm
To book please ring: 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Pastels
Linda Hampson’s ever popular pastel workshops.
6-week course on Thursdays: June 6, 13, 20, 27, July 4, 11
10am - 1pm
£90 for 6 sessions
To book please ring 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Art Journaling
Art journaling is a process of collage, writing & drawing.
A mindful class that allows you to experiment and try new things to create a wonderful book of memories to enjoy for years.
6 sessions: June 6, 13, 20, 27, July 4, 11
Thursdays, 1.30pm - 3pm
Cost: £95 for 6 sessions
To book please ring: 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Fused Glass Lantern
In this 2-hour workshop you will create four panels to replace the glass in a 20cm high lantern. Each panel measures 5cm x 13cm. and a selection of prepared glass will be available for you to create your own floral design. No cutting will be necessary.
You will be shown how to fix the glass into your lantern after it has been fused. A battery operated tealight is included.
Cost: £60 (all materials included)
Watercolours
Watercolour classes with tutor Nicky Clarke
Tuesdays: June 11, 18, 25, July 2, 9, 16, 23
Morning session: 10 - 12pm
Afternoon session: 1pm - 3pm
£15 per session
To book, contact Nicky directly on: 01460 281773 or email randnclarke@hotmail.co.uk
Fused Glass Hearts
Gain an insight into glass fusing in this 2-hour workshop.
Choose from prepared glass in a variety of colours, shapes and textures to create a beautiful vibrant or pastel 4-inch hanging hearts as a perfect gift for yourself or a loved one.
No cutting is necessary.
Cost: £45 (all materials included)
Willow Obelisk
Our willow obelisk course is perfect for anyone looking to add a unique and natural look to their outdoor space.
You will learn how to craft your own willow obelisk using locally sourced willow.
Cost: £40 (all materials included)
To book please ring: 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Flash Fiction - writing very short stories
Explore writing flash fiction, the shortest of short story forms, weighing in at under one thousand words, and often under five hundred words.
6-week course on Fridays: June 28, July 5, 12, 26, August 2, 9
10am - 12pm
Cost: £105 for 6 sessions
To book please ring: 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Exploring Acrylic Techniques
Step into the colourful world of acrylics! Join us for an exciting workshop titled "Exploring Acrylic Techniques".
June 29
10.30am - 2.30pm
cost: £35
To book please ring: 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Fused Glass Circlet
Gain an insight into glass fusing in this 2-hour workshop.
Participants will create an exquisite transparent fused glass circlet measuring 4 inches which sparkles in the sun both indoors and outside.
An assortment of blue, turquoise and crystal clear glass will be prepared for you to choose from to make a unique piece of fused glass.
No cutting is necessary.
Cost: £45 (all materials included)
Children’s Bandrollers workshop
The workshop begins with a discussion of the energy powering a clockwork torch, and participants then make an elastic band toy and investigate the factors affecting their working. Children use junior hacksaws.
Age 5-7
Cost: £10
To book please contact: 01460 54973 or workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Oil and Cold Wax painting: taking it further
An Ideal follow on from the Introduction to Oil and Cold Wax Painting Workshop.
This workshop will explore shapes, tone, lines and colour relationships and preferred palette and look at ways in which you can present your finished works of art to express more of your individual style!
£62 plus £10 for specialist materials to tutor on the day.
Tutor: Bev Purdue
To book please ring: 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Exploring Acrylic Techniques
Step into the colourful world of acrylics! Join us for an exciting workshop titled "Exploring Acrylic Techniques".
July 27
10.30am - 2.30pm
cost: £35
To book please ring: 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Coloured Pencils
Linda Hampson’s popular summer ‘coloured pencil’ workshops
5-week course August 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
Thursdays, 10am - 3pm
Cost: £75 for 5 sessions
To book, please ring 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Exploring Acrylics
Acrylics - Experimenting with Colour, Composition and new Techniques
4-week course on August 6, 13, 20, 27
Tuesday 9.45am - 1.00pm
cost: £75 plus £15 for materials
To book please ring: 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
An introduction to Oil and Cold Wax painting
Cold wax is a versatile medium which is mixed with traditional oil paints and applied with unconventional tools, with not a paint brush in sight!
£55 plus £10 for specialist materials to tutor on the day.
Tutor: Bev Purdue
To book please ring: 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Oil and Cold Wax painting: taking it further
An Ideal follow on from the Introduction to Oil and Cold Wax Painting Workshop.
This workshop will explore shapes, tone, lines and colour relationships and preferred palette and look at ways in which you can present your finished works of art to express more of your individual style!
£62 plus £10 for specialist materials to tutor on the day.
Tutor: Bev Purdue
To book please ring: 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Willow Obelisk
Our willow obelisk course is perfect for anyone looking to add a unique and natural look to their outdoor space.
You will learn how to craft your own willow obelisk using locally sourced willow.
Cost: £40 (all materials included)
To book please ring: 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Watercolours
Watercolour classes with tutor Nicky Clarke
Tuesdays: April 16, 23, 30, May 7, 14
Morning session: 10 - 12pm
Afternoon session: 1pm - 3pm
£15 per session
To book, contact Nicky directly on: 01460 281773 or email randnclarke@hotmail.co.uk
An introduction to Oil and Cold Wax painting
Cold wax is a versatile medium which is mixed with traditional oil paints and applied with unconventional tools, with not a paint brush in sight!
£55 plus £10 for specialist materials to tutor on the day.
Tutor: Bev Purdue
To book please ring: 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Pastels
Linda Hampson’s ever popular pastel workshops.
6-week course on Thursdays: April 11, 18, 26, May 2, 9, 16
10am - 1pm
£90 for 6 sessions
To book please ring 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Loose Acrylic Florals
Learn to paint gorgeous, illustrative floral pictures in acrylics in these monthly sessions suitable for beginners. Let your imagination flow as you explore a loose and expressive style.
Cost: £95 for 6 weeks
April 10, 17, 24, May 1, 8, 15
1.30 - 3pm
To book please ring: 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Acrylics
Acrylic classes over 6 sessions - all levels welcome with Juliet Farnese
6 week course: April 10, 17, 24, May 1, 8, 15
Wednesdays 9:45am - 1pm
£105 for 6 sessions
To book, contact Juliet directly on: 07920 133 358 or email: julietfarnese@gmail.com
Art Journaling
Art journaling is a process of collage, writing & drawing.
A mindful class that allows you to experiment and try new things to create a wonderful book of memories to enjoy for years.
6 sessions: April 11, 18, 25, May 2, 9, 16
Thursdays, 1.30pm - 3pm
Cost: £95 for 6 sessions
To book please ring: 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Exploring Acrylic Techniques
Step into the colourful world of acrylics! Join us for an exciting workshop where you’ll learn a range of useful techniques.
Suitable for beginners or the more experienced.
April 6
10.30am - 2.30pm
cost: £35 ( plus £5 for materials available from the tutor on the day)
To book please ring: 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Clay Group
A clay pottery & sculpture group meeting on Mondays
Cost: £8 per session
10.30am - 3pm
Beginners welcome
Please contact the Arts Centre on 01460 54973 leaving your contact details and you will be put in touch with a member of the group who will be pleased to answer any of your questions.
Willow Obelisk
Our willow obelisk course is perfect for anyone looking to add a unique and natural look to their outdoor space.
You will learn how to craft your own willow obelisk using locally sourced willow.
Cost: £40 (all materials included)
To book please ring: 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Creative writing
Discover how to tap into your creativity to write short stories that matter to you. This course will help your writing flow; each week there will be plenty of prompts and opportunities to try different writing techniques.
6-week course on Fridays: March 1, 8, 22, 29, April 5, 12
10am - 12pm
Cost: £105 for 6 sessions
To book please ring: 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Art Journaling
Art journaling is a process of collage, writing & drawing.
A mindful class that allows you to experiment and try new things to create a wonderful book of memories to enjoy for years.
6 sessions: February 29, March 7, 14, 21, 28, April 4
Thursdays, 1.30pm - 3pm
Cost: £95 for 6 sessions
To book please ring: 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Pastels
FULLY BOOKED
Linda Hampson’s ever popular pastel workshops.
6-week course on Thursdays: February 29, March 7, 14, 21, 28, April 4
10am - 1pm
£90 for 6 sessions
To book please ring 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Loose Acrylic Florals
Learn to paint gorgeous, illustrative floral pictures in acrylics in these monthly sessions suitable for beginners. Let your imagination flow as you explore a loose and expressive style.
Cost: £95 for 6 weeks
February 28, March 6, 13, 20, 27, April 3
1.30 - 3pm
To book please ring: 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Acrylics
Acrylic classes over 6 sessions - all levels welcome with Juliet Farnese
6 week course: February 28, March 6, 13, 20, 27, April 3
Wednesdays 9:45am - 1pm
£105 for 6 sessions
To book, contact Juliet directly on: 07920 133 358 or email: julietfarnese@gmail.com
Watercolours
Watercolour classes with tutor Nicky Clarke
Tuesdays: February 27, March 5, 12, 19, 26, April 2
Morning session: 10 - 12pm
Afternoon session: 1pm - 3pm
£15 per session
To book, contact Nicky directly on: 01460 281773 or email randnclarke@hotmail.co.uk
Willow Angel Sculpture
Our willow angel course is perfect for anyone looking to add a unique and natural look to their homes.
You will learn how to craft your own willow angel using locally sourced willow.
Cost: £20 (all materials included)
To book please ring: 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Abstract Acrylics
One day workshop with Stephen Jenkinson.
The images show what participants might expect to complete in a single workshop, both in terms of colours and composition.
Saturday 10th February, 11am - 3pm
£35
To book please ring 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Abstract Acrylics
One day workshop with Stephen Jenkinson.
The images show what participants might expect to complete in a single workshop, both in terms of colours and composition.
Saturday 3rd February, 11am - 3pm
£35
To book please ring 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Willow Wreath Making
Craft a beautiful willow heart using your own hands.
Cost: £25 (all materials included)
To book please ring: 01460 54973
Pastels
FULLY BOOKED
Linda Hampson’s ever popular pastel workshops.
6-week course on Thursdays: January 18, 25, February 1, 8, 15, 22
10am - 1pm
£90 for 6 sessions
To book please ring 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Acrylics
Acrylic classes over 6 sessions - all levels welcome with Juliet Farnese
FULLY BOOKED
6 week course: January 17, 24, 31, February 7, 14, 21
Wednesdays 9:45am - 1pm
£105 for 6 sessions
To book, contact Juliet directly on: 07920 133 358 or email: julietfarnese@gmail.com
Watercolours
Watercolour classes with tutor Nicky Clarke
FULLY BOOKED
Tuesday mornings: January 16, 23, 30, February 6, 13, 20
Morning session: 10am - 12 noon
£15 per session
To book, contact Nicky directly on: 01460 281773 or email randnclarke@hotmail.co.uk
Set Your Short Stories Free
CANCELLED
Discover how to tap into your creativity to write short stories that matter to you. This course will help your writing flow; each week there will be plenty of prompts and opportunities to try different writing techniques.
6-week course on Fridays: Jan 5, 12, 26, Feb 2, 9, 23
10am - 12pm
Cost: £105 for 6 sessions
To book please ring: 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Felting
Felt Making, wet or dry - all techniques available! Suitable for complete beginners or the more experienced.
All day workshop, 3rd Friday of the month.
10am - 3pm
Upcoming sessions: Sep 15, Oct 20, Nov 17, Dec 15
Cost: £30 per session
To book please ring: 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Clay Group
A self help clay pottery & sculpture group meeting on Mondays
Cost: £8 per session
10.30am - 3pm
Beginners welcome
Please contact the Arts Centre on 01460 54973 leaving your contact details and you will be put in touch with a member of the group who will be pleased to answer any of your questions.
Introduction to Gel Plate Printing
CANCELLED
In this workshop you will explore how to create one-off prints using a gel plate. Create stunning textural and layered effects and come away with beautiful printed papers which can be used for a variety of other creative practices.
Beginners welcome.
Cost: £40
To book please ring: 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Candle Dipping workshop for Children
CANCELLED
Come and learn about wax and dip & dye a candle or two to give as a Christmas gift for someone special. Then continue with the candle and get creative by making a Christmas themed mosaic tea light holder.
All children aged 3+ welcome.
Workshop 75 minutes.
Cost: £15
To book please contact: 01460 54973 or workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Introduction to Gel Plate Printing
In this workshop you will explore how to create one-off prints using a gel plate. Create stunning textural and layered effects and come away with beautiful printed papers which can be used for a variety of other creative practices.
Beginners welcome.
Cost: £40
To book please ring: 01460 54973 or email: workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk
Christmas Card Competition for Children - FREE
Enter our Christmas card making competition.
The winners get their card printed and sold in our shop.
Workshop runs 12 - 1.15 or 1.30 - 2.45
All children aged 6+ welcome.
To book please contact: 01460 54973 or workshops@ilminsterarts.org.uk