The workshop was a new experience for me: three separate but complementary activities and I really enjoyed them all! What an inspiration. Jo did warn that Sashiko was ‘addictive’: I’ve bought the book and signed up for another course. Thank you!Geraldine Morris-Dowling Work from our ribbon weaving workshop

Ruth’s darkly haunting Northumbrian landscapes were certainly inspiring for me and her workshop did not disappoint. They look as if something scary is about to happen and our instruction to bring boards already painted with Prussian Blue acrylic did nothing to dispel that anticipation. But we needn't have worried. She is a bright, happy person, … Continue reading Review of our Mountain Landscapes in Water-Based Oil Paints workshop

What a delightful way to spend a Saturday afternoon! Vivien’s workshop was brilliant! In 2 hours we managed to make a beautiful ribbon picture. We were guided step by step how to construct our picture, starting with the background leading up to the flowers and the grass.  Vivien shared her expertise and tricks of the trade with … Continue reading Review of our Ribbon Embroidery workshop

I spent the day with Katherine Rousselange today, teaching at the Hatton Gallery in Newcastle University for the wonderful folk in the Friends of the Hatton group. It’s always good fun working alongside Katherine - we make a rather formidable teaching duo! We spent the day winding our way through various sketching exercises focused on … Continue reading Review of our “Sketching Newcastle with a bunch of famous artists”

Karen from Ruby Jones Jewellery visited the gallery to give a talk on her beaded jewellery. Her journey started after picking up a kit and getting hooked. As time went by she became proficient in making pieces of jewellery and took the brave step to leave accountancy and set up her own business. Today she … Continue reading Review of our Ruby Jones bead weaving demonstration