What is Heart asking of you? Are you listening?

What is the shape of your Heart’s dance? How does Heart dance us?

In this one day 5Rhythms® workshop, we move from sensation to emotion, from cellular awareness to heartfelt expression. Beginning in the terrain of Waves, we root ourselves in the body—tracking sensation, breath, and rhythm. From here, we open to the emotional landscape of Heartbeat, where feeling becomes emotion, and and we put it in motion.

Join Michael in this wonderful 3 hour workshop. You will be guided in how to draw a bird using basic shapes and address superficial anatomical structure. Bird talons, wings, and head will be discussed.These skills are also fundamental in the process of creature design, game art, and character design. In the session you will primarily be using pencil and pen, yet if you would like to bring a digital tablet to work on, your more than welcome to do so!

Please note that tablets will not be provided to use in this session.

Join Art teacher Justine Hardisty for a sketching workshop at rivers MEET Craft Cafe.

Justine will provide all materials and provide hints, tips and general guidance in the art of sketching architecture. No previous drawing or sketching experience is required - the aim is to have fun!

New to crochet or wanting to refresh your skills? Come and join us for a fun-filled morning creating your very own 2D OR 3D crochet pumpkin. Our experienced tutor will guide you through the basics of crochet or refresh your knowledge of crochet essentials.

Complete beginners will produce a 2D crochet pumpkin coaster, while more experienced crocheters create a fabulous 3D pumpkin!

There will be a range of chunky or super chunky yarn to choose from, in a variety of colours to ensure your design is completely unique. Hooks will also be provided.

Learn the art of flag bookbinding!

This easy to learn technique can be used to create some wonderful architectural books. Let your imagination run wild and design your own original work of art. There will be an opportunity to make your own pages for the book using inks and diffusing paper to create a stunning effect as well as using stamps.

Crayons, pencils and felt tips will be provided for you to design your own cover. Alternatively, if you’ve got some favourite papers, you could bring these along to cover the book!

In this 2-hour workshop you will be guided through the process of how to make three pieces of Jesmonite home décor using three techniques - terrazzo, marbling & colour block. You'll create a large coaster, a mini pot and a ring dish, to make a matching/mismatching trio set!

All materials for each process are provided, so you don't have to bring anything other than yourself and potentially an apron.  Best of all, because Jesmonite is quick to set, you will be able to take your creations home with you at the end of the workshop!

WHAT IS JESMONITE?

In this relaxing and informative workshop, participants will be guided through a step by step process of creating a watercolour landscape of their choice.

We will cover basic techniques necessary to achieve a beautiful watercolour painting, with time enough to complete a small watercolour study. The aim is to demystify the watercolour process and build confidence in techniques.

This workshop is led by the wonderfully talented artist Julia Bidoli who works, teaches and exhibits both locally and around the wider Yorkshire region.

All materials are included.

Want to try lino printing? Join Andy (the Saltaire printmaker) for a beginners workshop covering the basics of lino printing. You will be taken through this exciting step by step process, drawing, cutting and finally printing your very own design from a piece of soft cut lino. Don’t worry if you haven’t any ideas as plenty of reference material is provided. At the end you can take the carved lino sheet and all your prints with you.

This relaxed workshop will cover the basics and is great for first timers or those who haven’t tried lino printing for many years and want a refresh.

In this hands-on session, you’ll learn the fundamentals of acrylic painting — from getting started with a composition, to basic colour mixing, application techniques, and brushwork. You’ll work from direct observation, developing your drawing skills while gaining confidence with composition. By the end of the course, you’ll have created a small study to take home — and you’ll leave feeling inspired and eager to continue your painting journey.

This workshop is led by local artist and qualified teacher Emma-Jayne Emmott, who is passionate about encouraging creativity.