Classes

Weekly Art Classes – Autumn Term 2025

Location: Weston-super-Mare Social Club, Devonshire Road

Time: Tuesdays or Wednesdays, 7–9pm

Price: £12.50 per 2-hour session (paid upfront for the term) 

Next Intake: September 2025

Materials: pencils and paper are included for the Tuesday class. Starting in acrylics costs about £45 in decent materials no matter where you buy. The good news is, I can put a kit together at cost, so you don’t waste money on the wrong things. You’ll be set up not just for class, but for painting at home too. Add the materials kit if you want me to supply the starter kit for you.

About the Classes

Whether you're completely new to art or just feeling a bit rusty, these friendly, down-to-earth sessions are designed to help you build real skills and enjoy the process.

We’ll cover the important stuff—how to draw accurately, how to make your paintings work, and how to actually see like an artist. The teaching is structured but relaxed, with step-by-step guidance and plenty of encouragement.

Groups are small, so there’s always time for personal help. You’ll learn a lot—but we still have a laugh along the way.

 

This Term’s Classes

Tuesdays – Art for Beginners

  • If you’ve never drawn before (or not since school), this is a great place to start. We’ll focus on the fundamentals—things like proportion, perspective, composition and value—while building your confidence bit by bit.
  • Dates - 4th, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th Sept and 14th October (note 4th Sept is a Thursday as we cant get the room on the Tuesday) - 6 weeks = £75.
  • Buy tickets here.

Wednesdays – Painting for Beginners & Improvers

  • This class is ideal if you’ve already done a bit of drawing or painting and want to keep improving. This term, we’ll be painting a close-up portrait of an expressive animal in acrylics, with tips and techniques throughout to help you get better results.
  • Dates - 3rd, 17th and 24th Sept and 1st and 15th October - 5 weeks = £60
  • Buy tickets here. Add the materials kit if you want me to supply the starter kit for you.

Materials

  • We’ll mainly use graphite and acrylic paint.
  • Do I need to bring my own? It's up to you. You can buy the starter kit or I’ll guide you on what’s worth buying and what you can save money on. There’s also a YouTube video that walks through the basics of what you need for acrylic painting. No pressure either way, just don't buy the mini tubes of paint - they are useless. 

What’s the format?

  • Weekly 2-hour sessions (term time only)
  • Short demo or presentation at the start.
  • Plenty of time to practise, with guidance throughout.
  • Supportive, welcoming group atmosphere.
  • We cover a range of subjects like animals, landscapes, seascapes, still life and more.
  • Each session includes a bit of art theory to help your work keep improving.


FAQs

What materials do I need?

  • Watch my video here, it explains everything - what you need and why - in just a few minutes. 
  • For a printable list, visit my website, scroll to the bottom of the page and sign up to my mailing list. You'll be sent the list of essentials and "nice-to-haves"

I know I'm going to miss a session already. Can I just pay for the ones I know I can attend? 

  • Yes, if you tell me up front I can amend the booking manually for reflect the dates you can attend. 
  • I cannot do refunds for sessions you unexpectedly later miss though, sorry. 

Can I bring a friend?

  • Of course—as long as there’s space and they book in too.

What if I miss a class?

  • You’ll get the notes and I’ll help you catch up next time. Just note I can’t offer refunds for missed sessions.

What if YOU cancel?

  • If I ever have to cancel and can’t offer an alternative, I’ll refund that session.

Can I join partway through the term?

  • It depends what we’re working on—feel free to get in touch and ask.

Do you teach children?

  • Not at the moment, but I may consider 14+ in future if there’s enough demand.

Can I switch groups?

  • Only if there’s space available—just bear in mind the two sessions might not be doing the same thing each week.

Do you run classes in the school holidays?

  • No, it’s term time only for now—but we might plan a summer social.

Do you offer private lessons?

  • Yes—private in-person tuition is £50 an hour (2-hour minimum), plus any travel or venue costs.
  • I also offer online coaching by video call—tailored advice and feedback on your work, wherever you’re based.

Free Download: Top Tips for Acrylic Painting

Want to feel more confident with acrylics? Grab my free cheat sheet—just pop your email in at the bottom of the page.

Want to get a feel for my teaching style?

Take a look at my YouTube channel—you’ll find lots of tips, demos and honest, practical advice.