Workshops & Courses

If you’re feeling inspired to try a new creative pursuit, take a look at the workshops and courses offered by our Members and Sponsors.

These are run independently by the artists themselves. Worcestershire Open Studios does not manage bookings or payments, so all communication, including any questions about terms or availability, should be made directly with the organiser.

Upcoming workshops

Textile Workshop Textile Collage Inspired by Boro & Simple Sashiko stitch

Textile Workshop Textile Collage Inspired by Boro & Simple Sashiko stitch

8 May to 8 May 2026
Submitted by Jo Raynor

A relaxed and stress free morning of textile collage and stitch with Jo Raynor,. . .

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Lighthouse collsge

Lighthouse collsge

9 May to 9 March 2026
Submitted by Lyn Sharp

Please contact Avoncroft Art Society to book onto the event

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Lighthouse and seascape collage workshop

Lighthouse and seascape collage workshop

9 May to 9 May 2026
Submitted by Lyn Sharp

Please book via Avoncroft Art Society.
We will be creating your chosen. . .

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Loosening Up with Soft Pastels

Loosening Up with Soft Pastels

16 May to 17 May 2026
Submitted by Gemma Griffiths

This 2-day expressive soft pastels workshop offers two days of guided tuition in. . .

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'Free your Art' Acrylics Workshop

‘Free your Art’ Acrylics Workshop

17 May
Submitted by Jane Powell

‘Free your Art’ is a one day workshop on Sunday 17th May 2026, 10am – 4pm at. . .

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Two Day Portrait Drawing workshop using Charcoal

Two Day Portrait Drawing workshop using Charcoal

23 May to 24 May 2026
Submitted by Donna Trim

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Textile Collage: From the Flower Bed: Relaxed stitch and textile appliqué at Remade, Worcester

Textile Collage: From the Flower Bed: Relaxed stitch and textile appliqué at Remade, Worcester

29 May to 29 May 2026
Submitted by Jo Raynor

A relaxed and stress free morning of textile collage and stitch with Jo Raynor,. . .

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Art Retreat in Limoges, France

Art Retreat in Limoges, France

30 May to 6 June 2026
Submitted by Kirstie Trobe

https://ribiereretreat.com/art-holidays
ART RETREATS 2026
We are delighted to. . .

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The Art of Drawing Horses

The Art of Drawing Horses

13 June to 13 June 2026
Submitted by Kate Gallimore

Join Kate in a wonderful, full day workshop learning ways to draw horses. . .

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Spend a Mindful Day Weaving

Spend a Mindful Day Weaving

20 June to 20 June 2026
Submitted by Kate Gallimore

Spend a lovely relaxing day creating small woven pieces of art. Enjoy. . .

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Oil & Cold Wax Workshop - Trees, Water and Reflections

Oil & Cold Wax Workshop – Trees, Water and Reflections

18 July
Submitted by Jane Powell

An Oil and Cold Wax Workshop – Creating Landscapes with Trees, Water and. . .

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Willow Swallows Workshop

Willow Swallows Workshop

19 July
Submitted by Jo Sullivan

Join us for a relaxing afternoon in the meadow, making your own willow swallow. . .

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Seascape Pastel Drawing Workshop

Seascape Pastel Drawing Workshop

25 July to 25 July 2026
Submitted by Kate Gallimore

Award winning pastel artist Kate Gallimore will demonstrate how to use the. . .

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Expressive Seascapes in Acrylics

Expressive Seascapes in Acrylics

8 August
Submitted by Jane Powell

Expressive Seascapes in Acrylics Art Workshop
One day workshop creating. . .

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Stitched Portraiture

Stitched Portraiture

23 August to 23 August 2026
Submitted by Julie Lloyd Owen

This workshop will encourage you to produce a hand embroidered portrait from a. . .

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Beginners Watercolour Workshop

Beginners Watercolour Workshop

24 August to 24 August 2026
Submitted by Kirstie Trobe

https://kirstietrobefineart.com/products/watercolour-workshops
Workshops for. . .

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Animal Shrine Workshop

Animal Shrine Workshop

25 August to 25 August 2026
Submitted by Rae Stevens

Come and make your own small animal shrine in my garden studio. No artistic. . .

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Beginners Watercolour Workshop

Beginners Watercolour Workshop

26 August to 26 August 2026
Submitted by Kirstie Trobe

https://kirstietrobefineart.com/products/watercolour-workshops
Workshops for. . .

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Shrine workshop

Shrine workshop

27 August to 27 August 2026
Submitted by Rae Stevens

Come and make a mini Shrine to a person or pet with me in my garden studio. You. . .

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Mini Summer Meadow

Mini Summer Meadow

29 August
Submitted by Tony Phillips

Learn how to layer tall grasses, delicate Queen Anne’s lace, and vibrant. . .

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Willow Flowers Workshop

Willow Flowers Workshop

29 August
Submitted by Jo Sullivan

Join us for a relaxed few hours on the farm making your own decorative willow. . .

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Stitched Portraiture

Stitched Portraiture

30 August to 30 August 2026
Submitted by Julie Lloyd Owen

The workshops will be held in the above address where I will be with Rae Stevens. . .

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Willow Serving Tray Workshop

Willow Serving Tray Workshop

24 September
Submitted by Jo Sullivan

Join us for a relaxed few hours on the farm making your own willow serving. . .

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Art Retreat in Limoges, France

Art Retreat in Limoges, France

4 October to 11 October 2026
Submitted by Kirstie Trobe

https://ribiereretreat.com/art-holidays
ART RETREATS 2026
We are delighted to. . .

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Oil & Cold Wax Workshop - Atmospheric Seascapes

Oil & Cold Wax Workshop – Atmospheric Seascapes

17 October
Submitted by Jane Powell

An Oil and Cold Wax Workshop – Creating Loose Atmospheric Seascapes
BOOK HERE:. . .

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Acrylics Art Workshop - Exploring Loose Landscapes

Acrylics Art Workshop – Exploring Loose Landscapes

14 November
Submitted by Jane Powell

Exploring Loose Landscapes – Acrylics Art Workshop
One day workshop creating. . .

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Workshops continuing this week

Explorations in Textiles and mixed Media

Explorations in Textiles and mixed Media

17 April to 11 December 2026
Submitted by Felicity Robinson

Monthly Creative Workshops in Surface, Stitch & Assemblage
Step into a year. . .

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3-in-1 Glass Experience Day

3-in-1 Glass Experience Day

15 February to 31 August 2027
Submitted by Sarah Greening

In this exciting 1-day course you can learn the basics of glass fusing,. . .

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Enamelling jewellery private workshops

Enamelling jewellery private workshops

15 February to 31 August 2027
Submitted by Sarah Greening

In an enamelling class you sift powdered coloured glass onto copper jewellery. . .

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Glass fusing private workshops

Glass fusing private workshops

15 February to 31 August 2027
Submitted by Sarah Greening

In a glass fusing class you can make jewellery, coasters, sun-catchers,. . .

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Pottery throwing on a wheel (private classes)

Pottery throwing on a wheel (private classes)

15 February to 31 August 2027
Submitted by Sarah Greening

Chris runs classes in pottery throwing (with a wheel each) for individuals or up. . .

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Workshops announcenced at Vine Cottage Studio

Workshops announcenced at Vine Cottage Studio

14 March to 1 July 2026
Submitted by Kate Gallimore

Explore your creativity in a bespoke studio in the beautiful Clent Hills.. . .

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Friday Monthly Creative Art workshop in Colwall

Friday Monthly Creative Art workshop in Colwall

10 April to 11 December 2026
Submitted by Felicity Robinson

This is a small group session and is an opportunity to take a pause from your. . .

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Watercolour, Developing & Intermediate. Tuesday or Wednesday Classes

Watercolour, Developing & Intermediate. Tuesday or Wednesday Classes

14 April to 26 May 2026
Submitted by Kirstie Trobe

https://kirstietrobefineart.com/products/watercolour-tuesdays-10-30-12-30
New term. . .

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Watercolour, Developing and Intermediate, Tuesday and Wednesday Classes

Watercolour, Developing and Intermediate, Tuesday and Wednesday Classes

14 April to 26 May 2026
Submitted by Kirstie Trobe

https://kirstietrobefineart.com/products/watercolour-tuesdays-10-30-12-30
New term. . .

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Handbuilding Ceramics for beginners and continuing learners

Handbuilding Ceramics for beginners and continuing learners

16 April to 21 May 2026
Submitted by Katie Beasley

Begin 2026 with creativity on an engaging and relaxing ceramics course to create. . .

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