Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 15 February
Swindon City Centre - 10am - 3 Hours
Ricci Hibbertgreaves
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!
Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.
We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
Portrait Photography Meetup
Saturday 22 February
Surrey Road - 10am - 2 Hours
Ahsan Ali
Whether you wish to up your selfie game or begin developing a portfolio, this workshop will help you learn the basics of portrait photography and push your creativity and technical understanding.
Learn which settings are best to use, how to select the best locations, and what lighting and poses highlight a model's best features. We will also explore how to build rapport to get the best reactions and genuine emotions from a person.
Please note: Participants are encouraged to bring a family member, friend, or model for the session to practise and enhance their skills during the workshop.
Beginners Photography Class
Saturday 22 February
Palmerston Rd, Southampton - 2pm - 3 Hours
Nikki Wileman
Whether you are photographing people or plants, making memories or making art knowing how to use your camera is key.The class will give you the knowledge you need to expose, to compose and to create the images you have always wanted to. Learn the basics of photography including using manual camera settings for perfect exposure and tips for good composition. The session will look at ways to improve composition using light, colour and perspective.
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 01 March
Surrey Road - 10am - 3 Hours
Ahsan Ali
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!
Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.
We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
Street Photography
Saturday 08 March
Thamesdown Dr. - 10am - 2 Hours
Ricci Hibbertgreaves
People, cafes, vendors, street merchants, buskers, historic buildings, art installations and much more. The power of observation underpins the art of great street photography. Learning to "see" interesting detail is a practised skill and we introduce you to easy methods that will open your photographer's eye and expose you to a world that is alive with detail.
We will also go over settings, focusing techniques and lens choices common to street photography to help us capture those random chance encounters.
Street Photography
Saturday 08 March
Southampton City Centre - 3pm - 2 Hours
Ahsan Ali
People, cafes, vendors, street merchants, buskers, historic buildings, art installations and much more. The power of observation underpins the art of great street photography. Learning to "see" interesting detail is a practised skill and we introduce you to easy methods that will open your photographer's eye and expose you to a world that is alive with detail. The most rewarding part of the class is learning how to approach interesting people and have them willingly pose for you.
We will also go over settings, focusing techniques and lens choices common to street photography to help us capture those random chance encounters.
Street Photography
Saturday 15 March
Kingsway Centre - 12pm - 2 Hours
Rachel Southard
People, cafes, vendors, street merchants, buskers, historic buildings, art installations and much more. The power of observation underpins the art of great street photography. Learning to "see" interesting detail is a practised skill and we introduce you to easy methods that will open your photographer's eye and expose you to a world that is alive with detail. The most rewarding part of the class is learning how to approach interesting people and have them willingly pose for you.
We will also go over settings, focusing techniques and lens choices common to street photography to help us capture those random chance encounters.
The Nature of Cities Photography Meetup
Saturday 15 March
Southampton City Centre - 2pm - 2 Hours
Nikki Wileman
The meetup will be an opportunity to photograph nature in the urban environment to think about contradiction, contrast and the juxtaposition of the man-made and the naturally or intentionally wild. The meetup will encourage a different way of seeing beauty.
Black and White Photography
Saturday 22 March
Southampton Common - 2pm - 2 Hours
Ahsan Ali
Introduction to Black and White Photography. What makes a good Black and White shot?
We will look at the contrast and using textures. How does the camera see the image and how do we create Black and White images in a camera or in post-production. We will look for some good examples and set some exercises.
This is a more advanced course and assumes you understand the basics of photography and controlling your camera.
Nature Photography Meetup
Saturday 29 March
Surrey Road - 10am - 2 Hours
Ahsan Ali
Join this session for tips on how to use your camera settings to creatively capture nature in a visually interesting way. We will be looking at composition, focus, and colour.
Many professional offices and places of business have large prints gracing their wall space of things such as fields of flowers, a butterfly perched on a leaf, and a single dew drop on a rose petal. These beautiful images are all around us in nature. It just takes that special "eye" to not only see it but to capture it in a way that will turn that simple little piece of nature into a beautiful piece of art. We will learn how to use different angles, light and shadows, and settings to make subjects pop.
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 29 March
Swindon City Centre - 11am - 3 Hours
Ricci Hibbertgreaves
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!
Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.
We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
Composition in the Park
Saturday 05 April
Southampton Common - 11am - 2 Hours
Ahsan Ali
Come and join us as we explore composition in photography.
Composition is one of the most critical element in photography. Composition is how a photographer arranges the visual elements within their image, frame. I promise you that if you search for information on composition you will find plenty You will find formal rules, opinion, some of which you can trace back to historical art movements and painters.
Even in the digital world, composition remains the key to creating strong images. Composition is what guides our eye through an image and gives importance to the subject. It creates the story for the viewer and how we as photographers convey that message.
This meetup will explore composition using our frame and tools available to us as the photographer.
Corner to Corner (C2C)
Saturday 15 February
The Polygon - 10am - 3 Hours
Radhika Taneja
Corner-to-corner crochet, or C2C, is a fun and relaxing crochet technique where you begin in one corner and work small ‘blocks' along the diagonal to the other corner. Working this technique means that you can create almost any image by using a graph containing the image that you want to crochet. By the end of class you will be able to make a C2C heart sampler.
Beginner's Drawing Class
Saturday 15 February
Vincents Walk - 10am - 2 Hours
Fakiha Khan
In this class, we will explore the basics of drawing and equip you with the skills needed to create beautiful and expressive artwork.Our experienced instructor will guide you through the fundamentals of drawing, including perspective, proportion, shading, and composition.We will also be practicing various forms of Mark Making techniques and hopefully will make an empty page less daunting to fill up. Perfect for complete beginners.
2D Embossed Scenery: Knife Painting Workshop
Saturday 15 February
Ensbury Avenue, Bournemouth - 11am - 2 Hours
Ahana Byregowda
This workshop is all about using thick, sculpted layers of paint to bring a landscape to life. Instead of blending with a brush, you'll be applying colour with a palette knife, spreading, scraping, and layering paint to build texture and depth. The result? A striking, embossed-style painting where the peaks of the mountains, the rough edges of the trees, and the soft movement of the sky all have a real, tangible presence.
Urban Painting: Warli Meetup
Saturday 22 February
Ensbury Avenue, Bournemouth - 10am - 2 Hours
Ahana Byregowda
This workshop provides an opportunity to explore the traditional techniques of Warli painting in an urban setting. Participants will learn how to use basic geometric shapes to create intricate compositions, developing a deeper understanding of the cultural and symbolic elements behind each motif. The session will focus on storytelling through art, allowing participants to craft their own visual narratives inspired by this centuries-old tradition.
Drawing for Beginners
Sunday 23 February
Newton St Loe - 10am - 2 Hours
Georgina Gordon
In this class, we will explore the basics of drawing and equip you with the skills needed to create beautiful and expressive artwork.
Our experienced instructor will guide you through the fundamentals of drawing, including perspective, proportion, shading, and composition.
We will also be practicing various forms of Mark Making techniques and hopefully will make an empty page less daunting to fill up.
Perfect for complete beginners.
Tonal Drawing and Painting
Saturday 01 March
Above Bar St - 10am - 2 Hours
Fakiha Khan
In this workshop, we will explore drawing and painting techniques that emphasize tone and shading, helping you to create depth in your artwork. Please bring a sketchpad, pencil, rubber, and your preferred painting medium.
Still life with Dry Pastels Meetup
Saturday 08 March
Ensbury Avenue, Bournemouth - 11am - 2 Hours
Ahana Byregowda
Join us for a relaxing and creative still life session with dry pastels. Whether you're a beginner or have experience, this meetup is all about slowing down, observing carefully, and bringing objects to life with colour and texture. We'll work with simple arrangements, focusing on light, shadow, and composition. Come along, meet like-minded people, and enjoy a bit of art and conversation in a friendly, laid-back setting.
Introduction to Oil Painting
Sunday 09 March
Newton St Loe - 10am - 2 Hours
Georgina Gordon
Dive into the vibrant world of oil painting! In this beginner-friendly class, you'll learn the secrets of mixing colors, creating textures, and bringing your artistic vision to life. Whether you're painting dreamy landscapes or bold abstracts, we'll guide you step-by-step in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. No experience? No problem! Grab a brush and let your creativity flow - masterpieces are just a stroke away.
Creating a Mountainscape with Watercolour Meetup
Saturday 22 March
Westover Road, Bournemouth - 2pm - 2 Hours
Ahana Byregowda
Let's capture the beauty of mountains with watercolours! This meetup is a chance to unwind, play with washes and layers, and explore the delicate balance between light and form in landscapes. Whether you're new to watercolour or have some practice, we'll guide each other through simple techniques to create serene and atmospheric mountainscapes. It's all about having fun and letting creativity flow in a relaxed, supportive environment.
Oil Painting Meetup
Saturday 29 March
Vincents Walk - 10am - 2 Hours
Fakiha Khan
Join us for a relaxing oil painting meetup where creativity flows and brushes bring visions to life. Whether you're a seasoned artist or just starting, this is the perfect space to share techniques, inspiration, and good vibes!
Crochet Flowers Class
Saturday 29 March
The Polygon - 10am - 3 Hours
Radhika Taneja
In our Flower Crochet Class, participants will embark on a creative journey where they'll learn to craft exquisite crochet flowers. From mastering the fundamental stitches to creating lifelike petals and leaves, participants will gain the skills and techniques needed to bring the beauty of nature into their crochet projects. They'll also delve into the art of color selection and customization, enabling them to design unique floral creations. With expert guidance and a welcoming atmosphere, our class is perfect for all skill levels, promising to cultivate a newfound appreciation for the art of crochet and a talent for crafting stunning floral motifs. Join us and let your creativity bloom!
Creating Mountains with Acrylics Meetup
Saturday 05 April
Ensbury Avenue, Bournemouth - 11am - 2 Hours
Ahana Byregowda
This workshop is all about capturing the drama and beauty of mountain landscapes using acrylic paints. With bold brushstrokes and smooth blending techniques, you'll create a striking scene filled with depth, contrast, and atmosphere. Working on a round canvas, we'll explore how to shape towering peaks, soften distant ridges, and layer colours to bring the sky to life.
You'll learn how to mix warm and cool tones to add light and shadow to your mountains, making them feel rugged and realistic.