Peacock Arts HQ

Take Part!

Updated: Sep 27, 2023

We have a great line up of workshops and demos happening during the trail, covering lots of exciting and very different artforms.

If you fancy rolling your sleeves up and having a go, read on...

Venue 3

Karen George
 
Demo: Building the layers; an exploration in acrylic
 
Join Karen to learn how to create depth of interest through layering using acrylic paint & ink.
 
Days/Times:
 
Wednesday 11th October, 2-3pm
 
How To Book:
 
Demo only, booking not required.
 

Venue 15
 
Compton's Glass Workshop
 
Fused Glass Mini-Make
 
A 45min workshop to make a small fused glass key ring and light catcher.
 
Work will be fired and posted/available to collect at given times.
 
Days/Times:
 
7th, 8th & 13th Oct | Throughout the day
 
How To Book:
 
Alex Compton
 
t: 07878252103
 
e: alex@comptonsglassworkshop.co.uk

Venue 22
 
Dominic Warwood-Smith
 
Have a go on a Potter’s Wheel!
 
I'll help you make a small vessel on the potters wheel out of a 1Lb (approx. 500g) of clay. ‘Pay What You Want’ system to cover material cost. £20 each piece fired & kept.
 
Days/Times:
 
Both weekends 12 - 4pm. Approx 20 min sessions.
 
How To Book:
 
Booking not required - first come first serve at the studio.
 

Venue 26

Grey Clouds & Silver Linings

Make a Silver Pendant or Earrings

Using an amazing medium called silver clay, which is fine silver mixed with a binder and water, you will take away a solid silver piece of hallmarkable jewellery.

Days/Times:

Everyday 10am-1pm & 2pm-5pm

How To Book: www.greycloudsandsilverlinings.co.uk/workshops
 

Venue 27
 
Philipa Batty
 
Alexander Technique For Artists
 
Looking at different ways that the Alexander technique can help artists eg :- overcoming blocks, loosening up, reducing repetitive strain injuries or back pain/neck pain.
 
Days/Times:
 
Sat 7th & Sat 15th, 2pm-3pm
 
How To Book:
 
t: 01225 709371
 

Venue 38
 
Mrs Mosley's Posies
 
Dried Flower Wreath Workshops
 
Using a vine base, create your own part covered mini wreath using dried botanicals & a coordinating ribbon to finish. £15 each, suitable for 11 years & above.
 
Days/Times:
 
Sat 7th, Sun 8th, Wed 11th, Sat 14th, Sun 15th. 10.30-11.30am
 
How To Book:
 
t: 07772 394373
 
e: traceyemosley1@gmail.com

Venue 39
 
Kathy Hutton Prints
 
Block Printing & Botanical Printing
 
Block print your own set of table napkins or tea towel with your own carved printing blocks. Botanical Printing - try this fun and easy technique printing with leaves.
 
Days/Times:
 
See my website for available dates.
 
How To Book:
 
w: https://kathyhutton.com
 


Satellite Events

We've also listed a few local events that are happening during the trail on our workshops, events and demos page.