Workshops & Demos
Do you like rolling up your sleeves and having a go? Ever wondered if you might enjoy a certain art or craft? We have lots of workshops for you to explore your creativity or improve a skill you enjoy – all with our friendly and supportive artists.
Image: Kathy Hutton
Read on to discover the workshops and events running during the Trail. Although many are aimed at adults, child friendly options may be available.
Workshops & Demos In-Person
Please contact the artist/venue directly to book.
Claire Houghton Textiles
Opening times:
Textiles
Workshop type:
What's on:
Mindful stitching
When:
Drop in sessions
How to book:
E-mail:
7718285880
Number:
Venue:
2 Lypiatt Road
SN13 9JD
Mon:
Tues:
10 - 2
Wed:
10 - 2
Thurs:
10 - 4
Fri:
10 - 5
Weekend:
10-5
I’ll help you make a small vessel on the Potter’s Wheel out of 1Lb of clay (approx. 500g). ‘Pay What You Want’ system to cover material cost. £30 each piece to be fired & kept.
Dominic Warwood-Smith Ceramics
Opening times:
Ceramics
Workshop type:
What's on:
Have a go on a Potter’s Wheel!
When:
Both weekends’ 12pm to 4pm. Approx. 30 min sessions.
Booking not required – first come first serve at the studio with your name on a form.
How to book:
E-mail:
Number:
Venue:
New Farm
Lacock Rd
SN13 9QJ
Mon:
Tues:
Wed:
10am-5pm
Thurs:
Fri:
Weekend:
10-5
Come learn a foundational pottery skill, and create a lovely seasonal sculpture!
Wiltshire Ceramic Studio
Opening times:
Ceramics
Workshop type:
What's on:
Pinch Pot Pumpkins
When:
TBA
How to book:
E-mail:
7543388124
Number:
Venue:
Wiltshire Ceramic Studio
Stockham Marsh Farm Unit E
SN154NL
Mon:
Closed
Tues:
10-6
Wed:
10-6
Thurs:
10-6
Fri:
10-6
Weekend:
10-5
Use fabric and paper to create your own composition to take home.
Galit Litvak -Watson - Craftedglow by Galit
Opening times:
Textiles
Workshop type:
What's on:
collage tile
When:
Saturdays 11:30 - 13:00 and 14:30 - 16:00
Contact Quetzal on 01249 652496
How to book:
E-mail:
Number:
Venue:
Quetzal Gallery
61 New Rd
SN15 1ES
Mon:
11am -6pm
Tues:
11am -6pm
Wed:
11am -6pm
Thurs:
11am -6pm
Fri:
11am -6pm
Weekend:
10-5
A fun sociable morning printing with local flowers and leaves; incredible results every time.
Kathy Hutton Prints
Opening times:
Printmaking
Workshop type:
What's on:
Botanical Printing without a press
When:
Monday 6th October 10.30 - 12.30
You can book via my website https://kathyhutton.com/
How to book:
E-mail:
7879632103
Number:
Venue:
The Old Forge,
The Street
SN14 7BA
Mon:
Tues:
10 am - 4pm
Wed:
10am - 4pm
Thurs:
10am - 4pm
Fri:
10am - 4pm
Weekend:
10-5
A couple of hours to relax with chill music, creative materials and space to refine your skills or draw for fun. Limited space for 5 individuals.
Kerstie's Curiosities
Opening times:
Ceramics
Workshop type:
What's on:
Creative Chill Session
When:
Friday - 10am - 12pm
Email me at kerstiescuriosities@gmail.com
How to book:
E-mail:
7963586263
Number:
Venue:
14 Clift Avenue
SN15 1DA
Mon:
Tues:
Wed:
10am-3pm
Thurs:
10am-3pm
Fri:
10am-3pm
Weekend:
10-5
Come along and create a photographic blueprint of your own to take away.
Bloemen & Blue
Opening times:
Photography
Workshop type:
What's on:
Create a Cyanotype
When:
FREE & Running though out the Trail.
No need to Book - just come along!
How to book:
E-mail:
7815865414
Number:
Venue:
Gallica House
Horsepool
SN15 2HD
Mon:
10am - 2pm
Tues:
CLOSED
Wed:
10am - 5pm
Thurs:
10am - 5pm
Fri:
10am - 5pm
Weekend:
10-5
Children will be taught how to skilfully explore proportion and how to closely observe features on various animal portraits. Plus mark making and tone techniques. Ages 8-14
Lisa Metcalfe Huntingdon Gallery
Opening times:
Printmaking
Workshop type:
What's on:
Drawing Animal Portraits
When:
2pm-3.30pm
How to book:
E-mail:
7934696546
Number:
Venue:
Corsham Town Hall, High Street, SN13 0EZ
SN13 0EZ
Mon:
10am -3pm
Tues:
10am-3pm
Wed:
10am-3pm
Thurs:
10am-3pm
Fri:
10am-3pm
Weekend:
10-5
Foiled star .Learn to cut glass and use copper foil and soldering to assemble
Mary Quarmby
Opening times:
Glass
Workshop type:
What's on:
Star Struck -£20. Per person per morning or afternoon session
When:
Everyday except Tuesday
Morning 11am-1pm
Afternoon 2pm-4pm
email maryquarmby@gmail.com
Text a message to 07919961795
How to book:
E-mail:
7919961795
Number:
Venue:
Whatever Studio
Unit 2 Union Road
SN15 1HW
Mon:
11am -5pm
Tues:
Wed:
11am-5pm
Thurs:
11am-5pm
Fri:
11am-5pm
Weekend:
10-5
Nicola Davis Crafts
Opening times:
Textiles
Workshop type:
What's on:
Silk painting workshops for all ages and abilities
When:
Dates & Times at www.nicoladaviscrafts.co.uk
Book at www.nicoladaviscrafts.co.uk
How to book:
E-mail:
7805996568
Number:
Venue:
Springfield Community Campus
Beechfield Road
SN139DN
Mon:
10am - 5pm
Tues:
10am - 5pm
Wed:
10am - 5pm
Thurs:
10am - 5pm
Fri:
10am - 5pm
Weekend:
10-5
Niranjana Girish Arts
Opening times:
Painting
Workshop type:
What's on:
When:
How to book:
E-mail:
Number:
Venue:
Springfield Community Campus
Beechfield Road
SN13 9DN
Mon:
10am – 5pm
Tues:
10am – 5pm
Wed:
10am – 5pm
Thurs:
10am – 5pm
Fri:
10am – 5pm