Video Workshops

We are overjoyed to bring you online activities courtesy of our talented local artists. If you have a go at one of these please do let us know, we would love to see!

Recycled Wreath Making with Rachael Blakeway!

Local Artist Rachael Blakeway shares tips on creating Christmas ornaments for a wreath out of bottle tops, tinfoil, paper and pie cases!

Fine Art Animation with Suzybee!

Artist, Animator, and Creative Tour De Force Suzybee takes us on a journey to create fine art animations!

Suzybee (Suzanne Brady) is a painter and animator living and working from her home on a hillside in the beautiful Welsh countryside near Rhayader. She is inspired by a deep love of the natural world, animals, music, and the effects of sunlight in timeless, magical moments.

Plastic Puppetry with Jo Munton!

The incomparable Jo Munton of Vagaboni Puppets, gives an impassioned display of plastic upcycling in the creation of incredible puppets. A must for anyone who wants to see the potential in things otherwise discarded, the power of creativity in the face of global destruction, and the sheer joy of plastic.

Expressive Flower Painting with Jill Crowther!

Local-ish artist, Jill Crowther, has made a relaxed flower painting video – why not pick some flowers and paint along with her as she uses paints, inks and embellishing gel to create expressive, dreamlike irises. An unconcerned approach to a relaxed final work.

Nature Painting with Lucy Burden!

Local artist Lucy Burden,takes us on a journey to discover inspiration from the countryside around us. Follow along on her walk and see which techniques she uses to make her distinctive artworks.

Paper Patchwork Postcards with Jane Titley!

The joyous Jane Titley, shows us all a fabulous technique for making postcards from nature inspired paintings, prints, and recycled materials.

Soothing Motivational Drawing with Meltem Arikan!

Local artist, playwright, novelist, poet and political dissident, Meltem Arikan, has made a wonderful workshop on meditative, motivational drawing – designed to keep you focused on what you need and inspired to achieve it.

Making Mandalas with Jane Mason!

Local artist and force of Nature, Jane Mason, guides us through techniques to develop our own beautiful mandalas.

Mushroom Madness! Artistic Spore Prints

Some tips and basic information on how to create a beautiful mushroom spore print! Remember to always be respectful to nature and careful as some mushrooms can seriously hurt or even kill you.

Monoprinting with JELLY!

Learn how to create simple and fun monoprints with NO equipment required – just paint, a roller (or brush!) and a packet of JELLY!