Adult Arts and Crafts
Adult Art and Crafts
Our selection of art and craft workshops and sessions are delivered by freelance artists and gallery staff. They are designed to help you develop new skills, experiment with new techniques and explore new and unusual materials! Some workshops connect to our changing exhibition programme. Visit our eventbrite page to book all events.
For more information or any questions please contact kirsty.green@oldham.gov.uk
Life Drawing with Hunion
Thursdays, 6.30pm – 8.30pm, £10 per person
18 August, 22 September, 20 October, 10 November, 8 December, 12 January, 9 February, 9 March, 13 April, 11 May, 8 June, 13 July, 10 August
From beginners to experts we welcome all abilities to our life drawing sessions. Explore drawing the nude form with a variety of models, our monthly sessions are very friendly, relaxed with refreshments and basic materials provided and a great playlist to draw along to.
Sessions are untutored but led by artist Mark Rigby who is able to support if needed.
Pre-booking is essential and tickets can be found by visiting Eventbrite.
Macrame Workshop with Studio Dawn
Saturday 8 October, 10.30am – 12.30pm, £15 per person
Studio Dawn is a small Manchester based business specialising in the art of Macrame to create beautiful pieces to brighten your home.
Take part in our two workshops to learn new skills, create beautiful items, meet other like minded people and experience the positive impact crafting can have on your mental health.
All materials and light refreshments are provided.
Pre-booking is essential and tickets can be found by visiting Eventbrite.
Shibori Dyeing Workshop
Saturday 15 October, 10.30am – 3.30pm, £40 per person
Shibori dyeing is an ancient technique of manipulating fabric before dyeing.
During the workshop you will produce exciting samples and learn how to use the Shibori Stitch technique to produce beautiful designs.
Shibori is considered to be one of the oldest indigo dye techniques in Japan although originating in China.
The term shibori is simply the Japanese word 絞り, which translates as to wring or squeeze.
Pre-booking is essential and tickets can be found by visiting Eventbrite.
Embroidery: Thread Journal
Saturday 28 January, 10.30am – 12.30pm, £10 per ticket (Class ONLY), £30 per ticket (Class and starter Kit)
The Sew Unique Thread Journal class is an inspiring workshop where Stephanie will be sharing tips and techniques that will help you to create your very own thread journal.
We will be learning the skills and techniques you need to add to your own project.
Pre-booking is essential and tickets can be can be found by visiting Eventbrite.