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Tattoo Flash Painting Workshop

Join us for an exciting TATTOO FLASH PAINTING WORKSHOP at Assembly House! 

Whether you're a seasoned artist or just starting out, this hands-on workshop is perfect for anyone looking to learn the art of tattoo flash painting. 

Our experienced instructors will guide you through the process, sharing tips and techniques along the way. 

Get ready to unleash your creativity and create your own unique flash designs. 

Don't miss out on this fun and interactive event - secure your spot today! See Tickets below.

Hyde Park Stitch Club

Join us for our next ‘Hyde Park Stitch Club’ social! 

Come together with fellow crafters for a cozy evening of knitting, crocheting, sewing, cross stitch and embroidery etc.

Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, all are welcome!

Just bring your current project and meet us there — no experience required!

This is a free, friendly space for creativity and community. 

Hosted by: @knittedbykee & @laurablackwell (via Instagram)

See you there! 

Copper Jewellery Workshop: Wire Work Cuff Bangles

Start your creative journey with wire and metal and learn to make beautiful, wearable art you can give away as a gift or be proud to wear yourself. 

You’ll learn how to cut, shape, texture, and assemble wires to create your own unique cuff bangle. Whether you are a complete beginner or someone who wants to learn sone new techniques our tutor Amanda Burton (Wire Moon) will be offering up invaluable tips and her skills to guide you in this half day workshop. 

Go Figure - Monthly Self-Led Life Drawing (September)

Come and join us for a fun and friendly life drawing session. Go Figure is a regular event held here at Swarthmore, look out for it every first Thursday of the month!

There will be no tutor leading this session but it will be hosted by a member of the Swarthmore team. There are a number of easles and drawing boards available to use, but do feel free to bring your own.

There will be a rotation of both male and female life models and on occassion we will have multiple models in the same session.

Pattern Cutting Intro and Dressmaking Pattern Adapting Workshop with Alison Teece UK

Do you want to improve your pattern cutting/making skills?

This is an opportunity for you to learn the fundamentals of pattern cutting and making including pattern drafting techniques such as dart manipulation, style line, add flair to skirts and yolks. In addition, your fabulous tutor Alison will offer deomonstations covering simple pattern designs.

You will be shown practical skills in this subject and will be introduced to essentials tools of the trade such as pattern masters, awls, pracing wheels and how to correctly utilise notches.

Life Drawing with Ellie Andrews

Join us for a 3 week life drawing course with Leeds Drawing Club founder Ellie Andrews.

This workshop is designed for those who are interested in learning about different approaches to life drawing and who are looking to build upon their existing skills by using the opportunity to draw 1 long pose each week. Ideal for those who have some experience in life drawing, but beginners are also very welcome. (For absolute beginners we recommend our brilliant Intro to Life Drawing Course with Tessa Houghton).

Drawing Heads and Faces

Tutored drawing session focussing on the Head.

Working with a life model for One Pose throughout the session.

Learning and understanding the positioning of facial features and skull structure using comparative measuring.

Looking at examples of how other artists have approached drawing a head and portraiture in their work, and exploring your own personal approach to mark making.

Experimenting with different ways of applying charcoal and pencil to reveal character and feeling.