Singful Craft Cafe - 20th April
Come along to Pittington Village Hall from 10.30 til 12.30 and pay what you can. You’ll enjoy a warm space, crafts lead by me and the Singful Elf team and a delicious hot lunch with a great bunch of likeminded people.
Easter Lino Prints Workshop
Learn the therapeutic method of Lino carving and create a gorgeous easter themed print that will bring joy to your home.
In the session you’ll learn how to plan, carve and print your image using gouges and rollers. This is the same method that I use to create the artwork that I sell in galleries across the North East.
This event is for anyone aged 11 or over as sharp tools are used. The session is for a maximum of 8 people.
All materials included.
£30 per person
Drawing Perfect Portraits
Have you ever wondered what the secret was to creating a realistic portrait?
This family friendly event is perfect to attend with a friend. Come along with your bestie and learn how to draw their face with my handy tips and tricks (Alternatively you could bring a photo with you).
In this session, I’ll teach you how to map out the features of the face and use tonal pencils to create shades and depth.
All materials are included.
£25 per person
Still Life Drawing for Valentine’s Day
This family friendly event is an opportunity to create a beautiful drawing for a loved one. Handmade gifts always carry a more personal touch!
In this workshop, you’ll learn about composition, how to use pencils of different grades and how to draw realistic images by focussing on shape and scale.
All materials are included.
£25 per person
Print Your Own Christmas Cards - Family Printmaking Workshop
This family friendly event is a chance to get the festive juices flowing and create beautiful cards that your family and friends will love to receive.
All the materials are provided and you will learn how to design, create and print your design onto a set of cards.
£25 per person
Printed Petals - A Lino Block Fabric Printing Workshop (Lemmington)
Create your own summer floral mini masterpiece. I’ll guide you through sketching from source photos (feel free to bring your own if you have specific flowers in mind), turning it into a design, transferring it to the Lino and carving. I’ll guide you through mixing the perfect inks and printing onto fabric.
You can either print on a tote bag, a cotton square or bring another fabric item to upgrade.
Stunning Seascapes - A Monotype Printmaking Workshop
Stunning Seascapes
Saturday 6th August, 10am - 12pm - Monotype Seascapes with The Peacock & The Printmaker
£40
6 Spaces
Create unique prints using the monotype method (no print block).I’ll take you though some drawing exercises and how to create different textures using the monotype method. Then you’ll have time to experiment and create your own seascape with my help.
Monotype Print Workshop - Exploring Mark Making & Texture
In this two hour session, you will receive expert guidance from Heather Moore (a teacher with 16 years of experience). She will guide you through the monotype printmaking process, exploring how to add textures, play with colour combinations and apply some simple drawing techniques to produce some beautiful artwork (and bring a smile to your face).
Drawing with Light - Creating atmospheric still life drawings with charcoal and chalk
Do you ever wish you’d learned to draw?
Would you love to take time out from your busy week and do something just for you?
'Drawing with Light’, hosted by Heather Moore (professional artist and teacher) and Claire Albans (Crafter extraordinaire and owner of Hello Hooray Studio), is an opportunity for you to slow down and learn some step by step drawing skills in a beautiful workshop setting.
What you get
In this two hour session, you will receive expert guidance from Heather Moore (a teacher with 16 years of experience). She will guide you through the basics of capturing a still life image using charcoal and chalk.
You’ll learn how to banish the white and draw by adding and removing charcoal. By the end of the session, you’ll have created a still life drawing that you can be proud of and will be raring to grab a sketchbook and keep going.
We’ll even do the cleaning up so you just get the fun bit.
Who is it for?
This workshop is suitable for people of all ages. All you need to be able to do is hold a pencil and use a rubber.
There is no artistic skill required prior to the workshop so there’s no need to be shy.
Where and When?Saturday 30th April, 1pm - 3pm
It will be held at the fabulous Hello! Hooray! Studio, 16 Tyne View, Lemington, Newcastle upon Tyne NE15 8RA
£30 per person for 2 hour session plus refreshments
All materials are provided
Monotype Print Workshop - Exploring Mark Making & Texture
This fun printmaking workshop is suitable for people of all ages. All you need to be able to do is hold a roller!
There is no artistic skill required prior to the workshop so there’s no need to be shy.
Lino Block Fabric Printing Workshop in Allendale Sunday 20th March 2022
Fancy trying your hand at something new? This workshop is the perfect way to start the new year!
Are you itching to get creative?
Do you need some time for yourself?
Then this is the workshop for you.
In Person Lino Printing Workshops
Ever wanted to try your hand at Lino printmaking?
With my support, you will learn how to:
🦚create a design
🦚transfer it to Lino
🦚use carving tools to create an original block
🦚use inks to print your own masterpiece
You’ll come away with your own beautiful piece of artwork and the skills to create more.
You’ll also have enjoyed some lively refreshments made by the fabulous people from Allendale Forge Studio’s marvellous kitchen.
Sound good? Just click the link to book!
Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.
Press Print Online Workshops - Ideal for Beginners
In these online workshops, you’ll learn the basics of press printing from the comfort of your own home. There are 3 sessions that can be purchased separately or you can buy all 3 and get a bonus 4th session for free.
If you don’t have the materials, you can buy everything you need to get started by purchasing the workshop and kit bundle. You can find that here.
Christmas Printmaking Workshops
Why not get into the festive spirit with an afternoon of creative fun? You’ll come away with beautiful and personalised Christmas cards and wrapping paper.
Workshop 1 - Adult Christmas Printmaking Workshop
In this session (suitable for 16yrs up) you will try your hand at lino cut techniques to create your very own Christmas print block. Then you will learn how to ink up and transfer your design to cards and wrapping paper. What better way to personalise your gifts this year?
Workshop 2 - Parent and Child Christmas Printmaking Workshop
This session is suitable for any child who can use a pencil and hold a small roller. Parents will supervise their child creating a print block with a press print tile and then guide them in inking up and transfer your design to cards and wrapping paper. Perfect for adding the cute factor to the grandparent’s gifts.
Both workshops are listed in the shop - extra children can be added at a discounted rate. Go on - give it a go!
