The Arienas Collective

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Advanced sketching - Georgian landscapes

In-person course

Midlothian - Next course on 21st May 2021

£55

Focusing on two illustrations, you will learn how to use composition and perspective to draw the eye into your painting. Using ink and watercolour, and under the close guidance of Mark Kirkham, the Edinburgh Sketcher, you will finish and mount two A4 pieces. Places are limited to eight or under on this more advanced sketching workshop in order to provide more one-to-one tuition. This workshop is suitable for anyone who has attended one of Mark's Introduction to speed-sketching workhops, or has previous experience of sketching. If you are unsure whether...

Focusing on two illustrations, you will learn how to use composition and perspective to draw the eye into your painting. Using ink and watercolour, and under the close guidance of...

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Advanced sketching - people and crowds

In-person course

Lothian - Next course on 25th June 2021

£55

In this workshop we will capture both crowds on the streets of Edinburgh, and also close up portraits from within the Scottish Portrait Gallery. Using ink and watercolour, and under the guidance of Mark Kirkham, the Edinburgh Sketcher, you will finish and mount two A4 pieces. Places are limited to eight or under on this more advanced sketching workshop in order to provide more one-to-one tuition. This workshop is suitable for anyone who has attended one of Mark's Introduction to speed-sketching workhops, or has previous experience of sketching. If you...

In this workshop we will capture both crowds on the streets of Edinburgh, and also close up portraits from within the Scottish Portrait Gallery. Using ink and watercolour, and under...

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Art + Wine evenings

In-person course

Lothian - Next course on 29th July 2021

£45

Our Art & Wine Evenings offer a fun, relaxed, creative night out in Edinburgh's fabulous city centre, and are perfect for those who lack confidence with their drawing skills. September's theme is 'Flowers' and will feature images by artists Georgia O'Keeffe, Van Gogh and The Scottish Colourists. With hands-on help from local artist Suzanne Kemplay, you will learn how to create your very own still life or landscape painting using acrylic paints, while enjoying a glass of wine and nibbles. You don't have to be able to draw, so it's...

Our Art & Wine Evenings offer a fun, relaxed, creative night out in Edinburgh's fabulous city centre, and are perfect for those who lack confidence with their drawing skills. September's...

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Bookbinding and sketching workshop collaboration

In-person course

Lothian - Next course on 18th June 2021

£95

Local artists Cass Barron and Mark Kirkham share some of their favourite bookbinding and sketching techniques in this collaborative workshop. The day will be split between The Arienas Collective workspace and local points of interest around Edinburgh's New Town, including the National Portrait Gallery. Over the course of the day, Cass will introduce a range of book making techniques, including single sheet Japanese Stab binding, concertina fold books and a more substantial leather bound sketchbook. With Mark’s guidance you will add colour washes to your pages before taking them out...

Local artists Cass Barron and Mark Kirkham share some of their favourite bookbinding and sketching techniques in this collaborative workshop. The day will be split between The Arienas Collective workspace...

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Create letterpress-printed gift cards

In-person course

Midlothian - Next course on 24th June 2021

£45

On this fun workshop you will revive a traditional skill by learning how to set metal or wooden type to create a set of bespoke gift cards featuring a personal message. Bring along a brief quote you love, a joke or a greeting to print on to heavyweight cardstock using one of our Adana tabletop printing presses. Learn to set type into a frame (called a chase), and print your message on the press to produce a set of bespoke cards ready to take home.

On this fun workshop you will revive a traditional skill by learning how to set metal or wooden type to create a set of bespoke gift cards featuring a personal...

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Create your own letterpress stationery

In-person course

Midlothian - Next course on 26th June 2021

£95

Design and create your own letterpress personal or business stationery with local artist and printer Lou Davis. This full day introduction to creating your own letterpress projects using vintage metal and wood type allows you more time to play with designs to create your own products than our half day letterpress taster options. However, it assumes no previous experience so is still suitable for beginners. In the morning, you will go through the basics of letterpress printing and learn to set a quote in metal type which we can print...

Design and create your own letterpress personal or business stationery with local artist and printer Lou Davis. This full day introduction to creating your own letterpress projects using vintage metal...

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Creative workshop hub in Edinburgh's beautiful and historic New Town

In-person course

Lothian - Next course on 9th May 2021

£0

The Arienas Collective support local artists, designers and makers to earn a living through delivering workshops where they can share their talents, skills and passions with others. We are always looking for new creatives to join our Collective to add to our creative workshop offer. The Collective provides admin and marketing support including selling via an online shop and promotion via website and social media platforms. Our space is also available for booking as a private group. We offer birthday parties, hen parties, family group bookings, and so on. Most...

The Arienas Collective support local artists, designers and makers to earn a living through delivering workshops where they can share their talents, skills and passions with others. We are always...

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Introduction to calligraphy workshop in Edinburgh's historic New Town

In-person course

Lothian - Next course on 16th May 2021

£95

Release your inner creative on our Introduction to calligraphy workshop run by Edinburgh calligraphy artist Panna Chauhan. Calligraphy is an art form lasting over centuries. Even in its simplest form it can look beautiful, and it is an art form that can be learned...with patience. We offer two Introduction to calligraphy workshops: one where you learn the foundational hand, and one where you learn the italic hand. On each workshop you will begin by learning the basics of calligraphy, including the different types of nibs, correct sizing of letters and...

Release your inner creative on our Introduction to calligraphy workshop run by Edinburgh calligraphy artist Panna Chauhan. Calligraphy is an art form lasting over centuries. Even in its simplest form...

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Learn two ways to make soap at home

In-person course

Lothian - Next course on 17th July 2021

£95

On this full day Introduction to soap-making workshop with local designer-maker Jenny Smith of The Scottish Soapworks, you will learn how to make traditional cold-process soap as well as melt and pour organic glycerine soap. Jenny will begin by explaining the properties of the natural soaps and selection of essential oils that you will be working with. You will then choose a cold process recipe to make from a range of options. Jenny will demonstrate how to mix the reactive ingredients. You will then work together to measure and blend...

On this full day Introduction to soap-making workshop with local designer-maker Jenny Smith of The Scottish Soapworks, you will learn how to make traditional cold-process soap as well as melt...

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Lino-printing flowers or patterns

In-person course

Lothian - Next course on 5th June 2021

£45

On this lino printing taster workshop with Edinburgh artist Suzanne Kemplay, you will explore quick ways of creating simple images of flowers or patterns. Suzanne will provide pre-made templates to speed up the design process, so that you can quickly move on to practice printing, and to learning the different techniques you can use to produce striking images. This is a hands-on, practical and fun workshop where you will learn the basic skills of lino cutting and printing, and gain the confidence you need to create beautiful prints at home...

On this lino printing taster workshop with Edinburgh artist Suzanne Kemplay, you will explore quick ways of creating simple images of flowers or patterns. Suzanne will provide pre-made templates to...

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Lino-printing onto fabric

In-person course

Lothian - Next course on 7th August 2021

£95

On this Introduction to lino-printing onto fabric workshop, local artist Suzanne Kemplay will help you explore ways of creating simple images and striking patterns from which you will print your own, unique tote bag and tea towel. This is a hands-on, practical and fun workshop where you will learn how to create an original design, cut your design onto lino, add paint, and print onto fabric. You will gain the confidence you need to create beautiful prints at home without the need for expensive equipment. You will take home your...

On this Introduction to lino-printing onto fabric workshop, local artist Suzanne Kemplay will help you explore ways of creating simple images and striking patterns from which you will print your...

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Lino-printing onto paper

In-person course

Midlothian - Next course on 5th June 2021

£95

On this Introduction to lino printing workshop with artist Suzanne Kemplay, you will explore ways of creating simple, striking images to print onto a range of paper products. This is a hands-on, practical and fun workshop where you will learn the basic skills of lino cutting and printing, and gain the confidence you need to create beautiful prints at home without the need for expensive equipment. You will take home your original lino cut design to use at home, a framed copy of your original print, and a selection of...

On this Introduction to lino printing workshop with artist Suzanne Kemplay, you will explore ways of creating simple, striking images to print onto a range of paper products. This is...

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Make a bespoke Macramé bag

In-person course

Lothian - Next course on 5th September 2021

£55

Create your own 'one of a kind' macramé bag with the help of local artist and sculptor Lucy Wayman. You will learn the basic principles and techniques of macramé, and use 100% cotton rope and a selection of coloured twines to create a hand-crafted bag. A helpful instruction manual will be provided to guide you through your project. You'll first master the knots on a smaller scale pieces, key rings and bracelets, getting use to the techniques and ironing out any hiccups. Once you've built up an understanding of the...

Create your own 'one of a kind' macramé bag with the help of local artist and sculptor Lucy Wayman. You will learn the basic principles and techniques of macramé, and...

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Make a macramé plant hanger

In-person course

Lothian - Next course on 1st July 2021

£38

Create your very own macramé plant hanger on this beginner's taster workshop with local artist and sculptor Lucy Wayman. These macramé hangers also make hanging storage with the addition of a fruit bowl or jewellery pot. With hands-on help from Lucy, you will learn the basic principles and techniques of macramé, and will build your confidence making small keyring designs. Using 100% cotton rope and a selection of coloured twines, you will then create your hand-crafted plant hanger.  The class size is kept small so that Lucy can give you...

Create your very own macramé plant hanger on this beginner's taster workshop with local artist and sculptor Lucy Wayman. These macramé hangers also make hanging storage with the addition of...

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Make your own beeswax food wraps

In-person course

Midlothian - Next course on 17th June 2021

£45

Learn how to make your own, sustainable and biodegradable food coverings with local artist and crafter Norlyne Rosewarne. Beeswax food wraps are a great, sustainable alternative to plastic food coverings. On this workshop Norlyne, who hand makes and sells Bwrapz Food Wraps, will take you through the step-by-step process needed to create a set of your own. She will demonstrate the knack of brushing the beeswax mix onto your cotton pieces, and ensuring you evenly seal the cotton before hanging your wraps up to dry. Norlyne will share some helpful...

Learn how to make your own, sustainable and biodegradable food coverings with local artist and crafter Norlyne Rosewarne. Beeswax food wraps are a great, sustainable alternative to plastic food coverings....

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Make your own silver clay jewellery

In-person course

Lothian - Next course on 1st August 2021

£95

On this full-day introductory workshop - suitable for beginners or those that have taken our silver clay jewellery taster workshop - you will learn how to design, make, fire and polish three different pieces of jewellery.   Using silver clay, a material made up of recycled silver particles, an organic binder and water that can easily be used at home with little need for equipment, Edinburgh jeweller and silver clay specialist Anna Campbell will take you through all the steps needed to create your own pieces ready for firing.   The dried...

On this full-day introductory workshop - suitable for beginners or those that have taken our silver clay jewellery taster workshop - you will learn how to design, make, fire and...

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One-day professional soap and skincare making business course with The Scottish Soapworks at The Arienas Collective in Edinburgh

In-person course

Lothian - Next course on 9th May 2021

£375

On this one-day, hands-on workshop with Jenny Smith from The Scottish Soapworks, you will cover soap-making methods in detail including: ingredients; suppliers; equipment; safety issues; recipes and essential oils. And you will receive a pack of information including details of suppliers, legislation on creating recipes, and practical hints and tips. Our business workshops are arranged at a time to suit, so please contact us to arrange a date and to discuss any questions you may have. The contents of the day are flexible, and there is a choice about which...

On this one-day, hands-on workshop with Jenny Smith from The Scottish Soapworks, you will cover soap-making methods in detail including: ingredients; suppliers; equipment; safety issues; recipes and essential oils. And...

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Print-making & contemporary Rainbow junk journal bookbinding kit from The Arienas Collective with local artists Cass Barron and Lou Davis

Craft kit

£130

Two Arienas Collective workshop artists - bookbinder Cass Barron and artist and printer Lou Davis - team up for this treat of an online workshop, which celebrates colour, texture, mark making and bookbinding! A series of step-by-step video tutorials will encourage you to experiment with a range of simple but effective printmaking techniques and create a one-of-a-kind A5 sized junk journal, which makes for a great sketchbook, memory book, diary or gift for someone special. Lou will show you how to make a DIY gel plate, and share some of...

Two Arienas Collective workshop artists - bookbinder Cass Barron and artist and printer Lou Davis - team up for this treat of an online workshop, which celebrates colour, texture, mark...

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Repeat pattern screen printing workshop

In-person course

Midlothian - Next course on 30th May 2021

£95

On this full-day screen printing workshop with Edinburgh-based artist and printer Lou Davis, you will learn how to create a repeat pattern suitable for printing onto fabric.   You'll spend the morning creating patterns and learning how to make them seamlessly repeat across your fabric.   Then we’ll take your best pattern and create screen prints using the photo emulsion method. You’ll learn to coat, expose, print and clean silk screens, and then print them onto cotton creating repeating patterns.   You wiil print your final design onto a cushion cover, apron or...

On this full-day screen printing workshop with Edinburgh-based artist and printer Lou Davis, you will learn how to create a repeat pattern suitable for printing onto fabric.   You'll spend the...

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Screen printing using gold leaf

In-person course

Lothian - Next course on 31st October 2021

£95

Learn to screen print using gold metal leaf with local artist and printmaker Lou Davis. In this advanced level screen printing workshop you will learn to coat, expose, print and clean silk screens. You’ll have the opportunity to create a two-layer print with one colour layer, and one where we apply metal leaf to your design. Although no previous knowledge is assumed, you will get more from this workshop if you have attended one of our intermediate level screen printing workshops, or have some experience of screen printing using the...

Learn to screen print using gold metal leaf with local artist and printmaker Lou Davis. In this advanced level screen printing workshop you will learn to coat, expose, print and...

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Screen printing using paper stencils

In-person course

Lothian - Next course on 14th July 2021

£45

Learn how to screen print onto paper using the hand cut paper stencil method on this introductory level workshop with local artist and printmaker Lou Davis. On this introductory level workshop suitable for complete beginners, Lou will show you how to design for screen printing, thinking about layers and colours. You’ll cut stencils by hand from paper, mix ink, set up a screen, get your registration right and print ten A4 size prints onto printmaking paper ready to take home.

Learn how to screen print onto paper using the hand cut paper stencil method on this introductory level workshop with local artist and printmaker Lou Davis. On this introductory level...

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Screen-print repeat patterns on fabric

In-person course

Lothian - Next course on 27th June 2021

£95

On this full-day screen printing workshop with Edinburgh-based artist and printer Lou Davis, you will learn how to create a repeat pattern suitable for printing onto fabric. Although beginner screen-printers are welcome to attend this workshop, it involves a more advanced method of printing, and more advanced equipment, which will perhaps suit those with some previous experience of screen-printing, or who are familiar with the emulsion method. You'll spend the morning creating patterns and learning how to make them seamlessly repeat across your fabric. Then we’ll take your best pattern...

On this full-day screen printing workshop with Edinburgh-based artist and printer Lou Davis, you will learn how to create a repeat pattern suitable for printing onto fabric. Although beginner screen-printers...

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Screen-printing the photo emulsion way

In-person course

Lothian - Next course on 7th July 2021

£45

Learn how to screen print using paper stencils with local artist and printer Lou Davis. On this workshop you will experiment with screen printing using paper stencils, learning how to screen print onto paper using the hand cut stencil method. You’ll learn to design for screen printing, thinking about layers and colours. You’ll cut stencils by hand from paper, mix ink, set up a screen, get your registration right and print ten A4 size prints onto printmaking paper ready to take home. ​ The Arienas Collective workshops are run from...

Learn how to screen print using paper stencils with local artist and printer Lou Davis. On this workshop you will experiment with screen printing using paper stencils, learning how to...

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Sculpting metal class masterclass with Anna Mazon

In-person course

Lothian - Next course on 21st October 2021

£175

We will be hosting three masterclasses with metal clay jewellery artist Anna Mazon. Anna is an award-winning jeweller based in Poland, and comes highly recommended by our silver clay tutor Anna Campbell.  Anna Mazon is a world-renowned metal clay artist, and sought after teacher, who travels around the world to share her techniques. These are her only planned classes in Scotland for 2021, and we are excited to welcome her to The Arienas Collective.  Sculpting metal clay masterclass Have you ever wished you could sculpt with silver? Now is your...

We will be hosting three masterclasses with metal clay jewellery artist Anna Mazon. Anna is an award-winning jeweller based in Poland, and comes highly recommended by our silver clay tutor...

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Shampoo and skincare Sunday with The Scottish Soapworks

In-person course

Midlothian - Next course on 23rd May 2021

£95

On our self-care Sunday workshops with Jenny from The Scottish Soapworks, you will combine learning new skills with treating yourself to a relaxing day out in our welcoming, home-based workshop space creating a personal shampoo and skincare pack. The day begins with welcome refreshments, including a selection of Shibui teas and filter coffee options. You will then awaken your senses with the scent of pure essential oils, and select recipes for making a handy, environmentally conscious, travel-sized pamper pack from a selection of The Scottish Soapworks natural products. Midway through...

On our self-care Sunday workshops with Jenny from The Scottish Soapworks, you will combine learning new skills with treating yourself to a relaxing day out in our welcoming, home-based workshop...

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Shampoo bar and skincare making

In-person course

Lothian - Next course on 23rd May 2021

£95

On our Sunday shampoo bar and skincare workshops with Jenny from The Scottish Soapworks, you will combine learning new skills with treating yourself to a relaxing day out in our welcoming, home-based workshop space. The day begins with welcome refreshments. You will then awaken your senses with the scent of pure essential oils, and select recipes from a selection of The Scottish Soapworks natural products. Working as a group, you will make planet-friendly, SLS-free shampoo bars, lip balm and hand/body cream free of plastic packaging. Following the workshop, you will...

On our Sunday shampoo bar and skincare workshops with Jenny from The Scottish Soapworks, you will combine learning new skills with treating yourself to a relaxing day out in our...

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Silver Clay Boxes and Beads

In-person course

Lothian - Next course on 18th October 2021

£110

Based on feedback from those attending our beginners silver clay jewellery classes, tutor Anna Campbell has designed this bespoke intermediate level, full-day workshop to cover what people wanted to learn next: how to make silver clay boxes and beads. On this intermediate level boxes and beads class you will make three pieces: a shadow box pendant; a Pandora-style silver wrapped bead; and a silver lentil bead We will cover creating box pendants with flat or rounded sides, using moulds to make decorations, designing the front and back of a piece,...

Based on feedback from those attending our beginners silver clay jewellery classes, tutor Anna Campbell has designed this bespoke intermediate level, full-day workshop to cover what people wanted to learn...

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Silver Clay Jewellery Taster

In-person course

Lothian - Next course on 13th July 2021

£45

On this silver clay jewellery taster workshop, you will create a pendant or pair of earrings from hallmark-quality silver with experienced, Edinburgh-based jeweller Anna Campbell. You will learn how to make jewellery out of a material called silver clay, which is made up of recycled silver particles, an organic binder and water. Silver clay requires with very little equipment so it's perfect for those wanting to learn a new skill they can easily do at home. You will be taken through all the steps to create your own piece ready...

On this silver clay jewellery taster workshop, you will create a pendant or pair of earrings from hallmark-quality silver with experienced, Edinburgh-based jeweller Anna Campbell. You will learn how to...

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Silver clay ring making

In-person course

Lothian - Next course on 11th September 2021

£95

On this one-day introductory workshop - suitable for beginners or those that have attended our silver jewellery taster workshop and wish to develop their skills - you will create three different pieces of jewellery. Using silver clay, a material made up of recycled silver particles, an organic binder and water that can easily be used at home with little need for equipment, your expert tutor, Edinburgh-based jeweller Anna Campbell, will take you through all the steps needed to create your own pieces ready for firing. The dried clay is fired...

On this one-day introductory workshop - suitable for beginners or those that have attended our silver jewellery taster workshop and wish to develop their skills - you will create three...

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Silver twig ring masterclass with Anna Mazon

In-person course

Lothian - Next course on 22nd October 2021

£175

We will be hosting three masterclasses with metal clay jewellery artist Anna Mazon. Anna is an award-winning jeweller based in Poland, and comes highly recommended by our silver clay tutor Anna Campbell.  Anna Mazon is a world-renowned metal clay artist, and sought after teacher, who travels around the world to share her techniques. These are her only planned classes in Scotland for 2021, and we are excited to welcome her to The Arienas Collective.  Silver twig ring masterclass On this one-day masterclass you will make your own twig ring from...

We will be hosting three masterclasses with metal clay jewellery artist Anna Mazon. Anna is an award-winning jeweller based in Poland, and comes highly recommended by our silver clay tutor...

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Sketching with watercolour

In-person course

Lothian - Next course on 9th July 2021

£35

On this Introduction to speed sketching workshop with the Edinburgh Sketcher, Mark Kirkham, you will meet at our private mews home from where you will begin a walk around the stunning local Georgian architecture of Edinburgh's New Town whilst creating ink and watercolour drawings. You will choose your favourite piece to mount. The price includes access to all the equipment you will need, all materials, plus a hot drink served with cake or biscuits. You will also take home all the sketches you complete. Please note that our workshop space...

On this Introduction to speed sketching workshop with the Edinburgh Sketcher, Mark Kirkham, you will meet at our private mews home from where you will begin a walk around the...

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Soldering silver clay jewellery class

In-person course

Lothian - Next course on 9th November 2021

£125

This full-day intermediate workshop is suitable for anyone who has attended the beginners Silver clay taster or Introduction to silver clay jewellery workshops, or has experience of working with metal clay. On this workshop, taught by Edinburgh jeweller and silver clay specialist Anna Campbell, you will learn the traditional skill of soldering to advance your jewellery making skills in order to make different types of jewellery including stud earrings and cufflinks. This is the perfect follow-on to the beginners workshops, and has been requested by our participants! It’s also the...

This full-day intermediate workshop is suitable for anyone who has attended the beginners Silver clay taster or Introduction to silver clay jewellery workshops, or has experience of working with metal...

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Still Life painting weekend course

In-person course

Midlothian - Next course on 11th September 2021

£150

Still Life/Flowers: creating a finished still life composition This weekend course is run by local artist Suzanne Kemplay. Suzanne graduated in Painting and Drawing from Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art, Dundee. She works from her studio in Edinburgh, and has exhibited at a number of Scottish Galleries. Suzanne is predominantly known for her still life work and photorealist flower paintings.    The course is designed to encourage, and give confidence to, beginners, while also helping those who want to develop their painting skills further or are new to working with...

Still Life/Flowers: creating a finished still life composition This weekend course is run by local artist Suzanne Kemplay. Suzanne graduated in Painting and Drawing from Duncan of Jordanstone College of...

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Two-day soap-making and skincare business course with The Scottish Soapworks at The Arienas Collective in Edinburgh

In-person course

Lothian - Next course on 9th May 2021

£750

On this two-day soap-making and skin-care course with Jenny Smith from The Scottish Soapworks, you can choose from a range of products to make including traditional cold process soap, organic 'melt and pour' glycerine soap, shampoo bars, lip balms, liquid soaps and hand and body cream. You will discuss marketing ideas, ingredient and packaging suppliers, equipment, recipe creation, costs and legislation, and will receive a detailed information handout. Your cold process soap will remain with Jenny for 3 weeks for curing, and will then be cut and packaged for sending...

On this two-day soap-making and skin-care course with Jenny Smith from The Scottish Soapworks, you can choose from a range of products to make including traditional cold process soap, organic...