creative Art Classes - daytime art classes

Discover the joy of art — whatever your experience

A structured 10-week daytime course exploring a wide variety of media — from graphite and charcoal to watercolour and acrylics. All abilities welcome.
5.0
96 Reviews

£325 per term · £80 deposit to secure your place · Money-back guarantee

Newbury student holding up their landscape artwork

Creative Art Classes

Learn to draw and paint with Creative Art Classes. With the help of our expert tutors you learn key techniques and create art in a variety of mediums. Our classes are suitable for everyone, from absolute beginners who have never held a brush, to more experienced leisure artists who are looking to expand their skills in a friendly, supportive environment.

We offer a money-back guarantee too so it’s risk free!

What we do

Art classes for all abilities with materials provided.

We run in-person daytime art classes for adults. Our courses cover a range of art mediums including pencils, charcoal, watercolour and acrylic and each session focuses on a unique project designed to teach you new techniques and expand your skills.

We provide art materials, tools and references so you don’t need to buy expensive art supplies to join in. All you need is pencils and paper, which you can purchase from us when you enrol (or bring your own).

Phil Jones
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Phil Jones

An excellent series of classes. I have been painting for several years and yet learnt a new technique in every lesson. The teaching is first rate; even beginners were producing great pictures at first attempt. I thoroughly recommend this group.

What to Expect

Live demonstrations and everything set up for you before you arrive.

We set up everything before you arrive with all of the art materials, tools and references needed for the project. Your experienced tutor will introduce the project then give a live demonstration before you tackle the project yourself.

Printed guides are provided to help you and your tutor will give personal one-to-one tuition as you progress.

Refreshments are available throughout the session to fuel your creativity.

At the end of the lesson you’ll have a unique piece of art you can show your friends and family. You also get to keep your printed guides and have access to a video of the live demonstration so you can revisit them in your own time.

What You'll Learn

Foundational skills in core mediums along with exploration of other medium and techniques.

We cover a range of mediums and techniques in our classes. Every term of our 10-Week Art Course will have at least one project using pencil, one using charcoal, three using watercolour and three using acrylic, but we also cover other mediums and techniques for you to explore too. Each term varies.

 

Pencils

Charcoal

Watercolour

Acrylic

Our Money-Back Guarantee

We firmly believe that we provide the best art tuition available and you’ll love our art classes.

For our 10-Week Art Course, we offer a money-back guarantee to all new students, so if after two lessons you don’t feel our course is right for you, we’ll give you a full refund.  

How to Enrol

Enrolling is easy - you just need to choose your location and session then pay a deposit.

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Choose Course
Choose the location, course and session you wish to attend.


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Pay Deposit
Pay a deposit to secure your place. You can enrol online, or contact us to pay with cash, cheque or bank transfer.

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Come to your lesson
Come to your first lesson. You'll receive a warm welcome and everything set up for you.

Our Locations

Locations across the South of England with more opening soon.​

Basingstoke

Viables Community Centre

East Meon

East Meon Village Hall

Farnham

St Mark's Church

Guildford

St Albans Church Hall

Horsham

Holbrook Tythe Barn

Newbury

Wash Common Scout Hut

Woking

Chobham Village Hall

What Our Customers Say

See what our students have to say about our classes. Our students' experiences are at the heart of what we do. 
5.0
Based on 96 Reviews
google

I really enjoyed my first term with Woking Creative Art. I found the course inclusive and encouraging no matter the level of experience or skill, and the teaches, teaching and resources were excellent.

google

Great team - thank you! Loved the steam punk project

google

This is such a rewarding and worthwhile class with excellent tuition. Something to look forward to each week and you are encouraged to step outside your comfort zone and learn techniques that are completely new. Plenty of creative inspiration and such good project notes and video that you can easily continue and fine-tune your art at home. Thank you Carrie, Nic and Tara!

google

Excellent set up. Brilliant demonstration which we can catch up with on YouTube next day….Carrie, Nic and Tara give lots of great advice. Haven’t done any art since I was at school… amazed at what I can produce.

google

What a great term of rediscovering my love of art . Thanks to the team for the inspiration

google

The class is very professionally run with both group and individual tutoring. Materials are provided and each week we learn something new and I am thoroughly enjoying building my skills and experience. The atmosphere is warm and very friendly, I LOVE Monday afternoons!

google

Attending Creative Art Classes proved way above expectations. Each session came with a new approach to art. The tutor and class assistant were always on hand to help and encourage and it was a thoroughly enjoyable ten weeks.

google

I've really enjoyed the Creative Art Classes and I've learnt so much. Carrie and her team are very helpful and knowledgeable and it's been great to get to meet new people. Each week learning new techniques - it's been brilliant and I've signed up to the next course! Would recommend 😀

google

Wonderful experience. Such fun and so much laughter. Nic is a brilliant teacher - she really made me believe i could do it. Hekpers so kind and patient. Great getting the demos by email so I can watch them whenever I want. Thank you all so much.

google

An excellent series of classes. I have been painting for several years and yet learnt a new technique in every lesson. The teaching is first rate; even beginners were producing great pictures at first attempt. I thoroughly recommend this group.

google

I haven’t done art since school so I thought I would give it a try. Creative Art Classes have made really easy to enjoy art. The weekly sessions are well structured, most of the supplies are provided and you get step by step instructions. The teacher and assistant are excellent and lend a hand when needed without being intrusive. I particularly like the flexible approach as art is a personal thing.

google

This art class means so much to me. It’s more than just learning to paint—it’s a place where I feel relaxed, encouraged, and truly myself. From the very beginning, Carolyn, Lynn and Carrie made me feel so welcome. Their patience, kindness, and passion for teaching really shine through, and they bring out the best in all of us. I’ve gained so much confidence in my art, and I always leave each class feeling happy, inspired, and proud. It’s something I genuinely look forward to every week. Thank you all for creating such a special and supportive space 🎨✨

google

This class is such a joy each week. I've been attending for a year and thanks to the incredible teaching I've really grown in confidence. I've tried a variety of media and learned so may useful techniques but most of all it's such fun and a wonderful escape. Thank you Carrie, Kerry and Fiona

google

I have been attending classes in Horsham for more than 4 years now, (starting as a complete beginner) and always look forward to them. It is a relaxing environment and the tutors are always friendly, patient and helpful. My art skills have definitely improved - so much so that I felt confident enough to make my own watercolour Easter cards this year. In addition I have made a number of new friends and also look forward to catching up with them all each week. I would thoroughly recommend these classes to anyone who wants to spend a relaxing three hours a week in a non- pressured and social environment, whilst learning how to draw and paint.

google

I attended the last 10 week art course as an absolute beginner. Carrie and her team made me feel really welcome, the demonstrations have been really good and I have learnt alot. Carrie and Tara are very patient and always on hand to give me extra support when I have need it. The group are so friendly and welcoming, I have really enjoyed my Wednesday mornings and I am looking forward to seeing what I can produce next term.

google

I was recommended coming along to try the art course by a friend. I was a little apprehensive as have never picked up a paint brush or pencil. I’m so glad I went along, I’ve met new people and found a new love and hobby. Kerry and Fiona bring many qualities to the class, both are patient, friendly and are passionate about what they do. All materials are provided at the beginning of each lesson along with informative sheets to follow. The best 3 hours of my week, I love it.

google

Well what a find. I really enjoy the challenge of a new medium each week, all materials paints paper and tools provided at each session. I have managed some stunning and also some not so stunning art works. That is the nature of ART.

google

I joined the class in Newbury this spring with trepidation as I felt the standard of my work would be very inferior to that of the existing members. It is, but in the friendly atmosphere and with excellent teaching I know that I have improved and have felt a little bit proud of some of the work that I have completed. I look forward to going back to the sessions after Easter. Pamela Jackson

google

Absolutely fantastic lessons. Really supportive and talented teaching using a wide variety of mediums. My art pieces were transformed.

google

Excellent class. Friendly co learners and class leaders. I have learnt a lot which I can transfer to my own creations

google

Creative Art Classes have a really positive and very friendly atmosphere. Always welcoming and inclusive. The teachers are really wonderful and helpful. If you come to these classes your creative flair will truly blossom, and you will make lots of new friends.

google

This is such a well organised and well thought out class. Our tutor is second to none and all the administrators really helpful. This class is so good our group is fully booked just about every term because we all want to come back. Highly recommend to all.

google

The best thing I could have done, looked at lots of online courses but am so pleased decided to join this group, there is always someone on hand for help and advice.

google

Love everything about these classes!! The tutors are fabulous, the curriculum is fun and the community is the best.Definitely 5 stars!

google

I can thoroughly recommend Creative Art Classes. Extremely well organised with lovely supportive staff on hand to help at every step.

google

I have been attending these classes for just over a year. A warm friendly atmosphere great for beginners and the more accomplished. Classes are well thought out using various mediums supported with live videos and paper hand outs. Always interesting .Kerry and Fi at Farnham are great. A very happy place to learn and be amazed at what can be achieved Definitely value for money.

google

Great classes. Teacher is brilliant , always positive and engaged with everyone. Lots to learn every time. Social aspects is great too, talking to other students and most importantly enjoying coffee and biscuits during the break. I recommend it to everyone that likes art. Luis Iglesias

google

We have a fabulous time in class with great instruction, interesting projects (that push me out of my comfort zone but surprise me know much I enjoy them), all matials provided are the best quality. The class is always welcoming, friendly, and encouraging to new members. It is my happy place of relaxation and shutting out the world wilst creating something just for me. Thank you Carrie and Carolyn.

google

I was welcomed into the art class as a newbie this year, and have been delighted by how much I’ve learned so far. The teaching is excellent and hits all levels of experience and abilities. Would highly recommend any of the Creative Art courses.

google

I am so glad to have joined this exciting and well presented art class. The teaching has offered just the right amount of direction and help and we have explored a good variety of techniques in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere. This has been a really good way to discover personal preferences when it comes to mediums and styles and whatever the result everyones work is appreciated.

google

Absolutely love my art classes in Horsham. Julie and Nicky are fantastic teachers. Both so talented themselves and encouraging to us all. Great atmosphere, made lovely friends over painting, coffee and biscuits, and have learned a huge amount using different mediums each week. Everything we need is provided, so we can just turn up and enjoy every minute. Best morning of my week!

google

I so enjoy Creative Art Classes! I have been attending for years. There is always a new challenge as we are constantly exposed to new techniques and different media. What is more the class cultures a welcoming non judgmental environment where we all share in our learning.

google

Enjoyable class experience. The tutors are encouraging and helpful. A very relaxing and informative afternoon session.

google

A truly amazing painting environment to escape the hussle of life. Totally embracing - all levels from novice to amateur are welcomed warmly. Julie and Nicky our duo of teachers are incredibly helpful know the subject thoroughly and deliver with enthusiasm and joy. I love this class, the handouts are professional all your needs delivered for a totally immersive 3 hours. Special place.

google

I feel fortunate to have discovered Creative Art Classes. The subject each week has clearly been thoroughly thought through. The step by step guidance materials we’re given make perfect sense and are logical. Best of all, our tutors Julie and Nikki are fantastically warm, good humoured and highly knowledgeable. This makes the art of learning art a tremendous pleasure!

google

A place of calm and welcome where I have made many friends. Julie and Nicky tutors are encouraging with no pressure. I love my time spent there.

google

Having always been terrified and with no confidence in my doing any art I plucked up courage and have now just finished my first term. These classes are so well organised and the teaching is fantastic. Good clear demonstrations, lots of encouragement, equipment provided and a really warm atmosphere. Thank you Carrie and team for a brilliant first term and for anyone looking for an art course I totally recommend this one!

google

Really pushes your art. Challenging and fun.

google

A brilliant Art Class! I have experienced an exciting variety of weekly Art projects , using a wide range of creative mediums. Our tutors are extremely proficient and encouraging for all our levels of ability. The atmosphere of Class is stimulating, friendly and addictive! I can't wait for our Summer Classes to begin again in May 2026!

google

Truly excellent classes for all abilities. Amazing range of mediums explored from graphite to acrylics, all with expert tuition & no judgement.

google

A great course, with friendly people and encouraging tutors. All the materials are provided which is such a benefit, no more buying paints etc you only use occasionally. The classes are very varied and you get to try things you would have never thought of. I have learnt so much in the last three terms. UPDATE - As I have just signed up for my twelfth course, they must be doing something right. I am still learning and expanding my abilities.

google

Wednesday mornings are my favourite time of the week. There is such a lovely atmosphere and everyone encourages each other. The staff are brilliant and patient as well as very experienced. We have a demo to begin the morning and then we get stuck in. There’s a great variety of projects across the 10 week term, from pencil and charcoal to watercolor and acrylics and so many different techniques. I’ve learnt so much- I love Wednesdays!

google

A very well organised and run art experience for students of all ages and standards.All materials are provided and of exceptional standard making learning a pleasure. Demonstrations and work sheets are easy to follow and the posted videos are always there for you to follow if you want to review the session at home and review for future use, they are always yours. I've had a great time over the last 10 weeks and increased my confidence using new media and enjoyed the whole process in a friendly atmosphere. Thank you, looking forward to next challenges in May.

google

I love my mornings at the Newbury group. Our tutor Carolyn is amazing and being able to paint for that time every week is so good for the soul (as long as the work is going well!). I’ve met some lovely people and there’s great craic too 😀

google

This is just the best Art Class- it’s really well organised and everything is laid out ready for you. You do not need to bring materials or equipment. The things provided are top quality. The demonstration structure allows for you to be creative but gives you great help also. There is a short demonstration which is also videoed and will be emailed to you later . This is very helpful if you do have to miss a class, and gives you tuition at home. I have been amazed at the wonderful art I am creating. The ambience of everyone there and the wonderful teaching is really pleasant, it’s super friendly but also businesslike. I am definitely joining up again next term. This is a real happy place for me. You can park easily, and there’s a coffee mid-morning. It’s all a 5* experience. The tutors are really experienced at working with a mixed ability group. Sometimes the tasks are differentiated, and sometimes beginners and improvers work together. It’s a really encouraging environment, with the right amount of help and the right amount of being left to get on.

google

Very good class with nearly all materials provided. The course is well structured & the tutors are very encouraging. The lessons are very enjoyable.

google

The classes have been a total revelation! Having not drawn at all since school, I had no expectations of producing anything even half way decent. The ladies are terrific and so encouraging, the tuition is excellent and with the handouts and video each week, there is no excuse not to get stuck in. If, like me, you are slow in class, you can always complete your piece at home and if you don't have the necessary tools, the 'shop' can supply your every need at a very good price. We have all learned so much and improved tremendously - and each and every picture has its own merit. It's so interesting to see everyone's take on the same subject. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming and everyone is keen to return. So give it a go. What's not to love?

google

Found this class online. I have never done art before but have found a new way of creating. I love every minute a great class with great people. I have learnt so much. The best thing I've ever done in later life. Found a new way of expressing myself. Fantastic!

google

Carrie and her team are extremely supportive, friendly and encouraging wherever you may be on your creative journey. The sessions are well structured using a step by step guide with a variety of different mediums and in the company of like minded people. Great fun. Would highly recommend.

google

Have just finished the second series of sessions. As an almost complete beginner I had no idea what to expect. I found that I had a genuine welcome from the friendly team. The tutorials, which are available online afterwards are really helpful. Especially as they allow you to catch up if you have to miss a session. It was great to be introduced to a wide variety of materials, and techniques ( including ‘hacks’ for the less experienced ! I’ve been pleased - and often impressed with what I have been able to produce, with the help and advice from the team. I will be signing up for the next term.

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