Check out our Short Courses/Workshops
As well as supporting your wellbeing through mindful activities, the workshops support:Practical artistic skills–develop good drawing habits, visual vocabulary and emotional intelligence, a local community interest company.
Workshops At The Core, Solihull, B91 3RG
Christmas Holiday Workshops
How to Draw: Snow Leopard
Sat, 23 Dec, 2:00pm - 3:45pm, The Core, Solihull B91 3RG
Age guide: 7-13. In this Xmas Special, we’ll explore shading techniques to make the Snow Leopard’s fur and spots look convincing, while we build up details to make the drawing look 3D. We’ll also mount the artwork so it’s ready to hang.
Me and My Pencil
How to Draw: Harry Potter
Thu, 4 Jan, 09:30am - 11:15am, The Core, Solihull B91 3RG
Age guide: 7-13. Create your very own Harry Potter drawing using just a pencil and eraser. Learn how to create his likeness using shading and pencil techniques, as well as simple ways of measuring and recording proportions accurately. Need a gift for someone special? This workshop would make a lovely present for Harry Potter fans.
How to Draw: Dobby
Thu, 4 Jan, 11:30am - 13:15pm, The Core, Solihull B91 3RG
Age guide: 7-13.
Create your very own Dobby drawing using just a pencil and eraser. Learn how to create his likeness using shading and pencil techniques, as well as simple ways of measuring and recording proportions accurately. Need a gift for someone special? This workshop would make a lovely present for Harry Potter fans.
How to Draw: Snow Leopard (Online)
Fri, 05 Jan, 09:30am - 11:00am, Zoom
Age guide: 7-13. In this online special, we’ll explore shading techniques to make the Snow Leopard’s fur and spots look convincing, while we build up details to make the drawing look 3D.
What you will need: Pencils (soft–4B is ideal), A4 paper /sketchbook, Eraser, Pencil sharpener
February Spring Holiday Workshops
Spectacular Starfish
Thu, 15 Feb, 9:30pm - 11:00am, The Core, Solihull B91 3RG
Age guide: 7-11.
In this arts workshop, we will have fun experimenting with different materials and techniques. Then come up with your own ways of combining the different techniques. Learn how to:
- shape paper into 3D forms to create magical starfish
- Explore different ways of applying paints and inks
- Use wax resist techniques to achieve spectacular effects
- Learn about colour combinations that make artworks look exciting
Kaleidoscope Workshop
Thu, 15 Feb, 11:30am - 1:00pm The Core, Solihull B91 3RG
Age guide: 5-11. Make your own kaleidoscope and experience a dazzling spectrum of colour! You will learn:
- how to make your own mini kaleidoscope using metallic foils and colourful shapes
- about the science that makes kaleidoscopes work
- about patterns and symmetry
- how to use colours that are dazzling
Be inspired by your own kaleidoscope art to make artworks to take home.
ArtLab does BIG PORTRAITS
Thu, 15 Feb 2:00pm - 3:30pm The Core, Solihull B91 3RG
Age Guide: 11-16. ArtLab provides a unique platform to experiment and develop your artistic abilities while learning new skills and different approaches to drawing. In this session, enjoy the experience of making large-scale expressive portraits. Please bring a good quality photo of the person you would like to draw to the session.
March Easter Holiday Workshops
Tropical Jungles
Thu, 28 Mar 9:30am - 11:00am The Core, Solihull B91 3RG
Age Guide: 2-12. Splash out with colour in this arts workshop and create wild and wonderful jungle inspired paintings. You will learn:
- About different ways to apply paint
- about hot and bright colours
- How to draw with scissors
- About using collage effectively
Wiry Workshop: Fantastical Creatures
Thu, 28 Mar 11:30am - 1:00pm The Core, Solihull B91 3RG
Age Guide: 5-11. This arts workshop introduces wire as a drawing material. You will learn:
- About the properties of wire
- How to manipulate wire
- Create interesting shapes
- Use other materials with wire to make your wiry creatures start to take shape
Take your wiry creature home at the end of the session and hang it as a mobile!
ArtLab does BIG DRAWING
Thu, 28 Mar 2:00pm - 3:30pm The Core, Solihull B91 3RG
Age Guide: 11-16. ArtLab provides a unique platform to experiment and develop your artistic abilities while learning new skills and different approaches. In this session, enjoy the experience of making large-scale expressive drawings, working with mixed-media and charcoal-tipped bamboo sticks!
If you're looking for our termly Art Clubs...
Summer 2023 enrolment now open. The Workshop Programme can be found here.
