“In the moment“ a workshop in 3 parts:

examples of Sashiko stitching

Mood Boards, Sashiko stitching and Yoga and Meditation with Jo Cousin, Jo Duncan and Sophie Cousin Saturday 18 April, 11-3pm. You can also buy tickets for Vivien's workshop from our WeGotTickets page. This workshop will be divided into three parts.Part 1 - 11:30 - 12:30: Mood Boards- (Jo Cousin)Part 2 - 12:30-14:30: Sashiko stitching- (Jo … Continue reading “In the moment“ a workshop in 3 parts:

An Introduction to ribbon embroidery with Vivien Jackson

Ribbon embriodered flowers by Vivien Jackson

Saturday 28 March 2026, 11 - 3pm. You can also buy tickets for Vivien's workshop from our WeGotTickets page. Ribbon embroidery is a three-dimensional needlework technique that uses narrow, flexible ribbons instead of traditional thread to create textured, raised designs. It is frequently used to create floral motifs, and embellishments on clothing, quilts, and home … Continue reading An Introduction to ribbon embroidery with Vivien Jackson

Workshop: Impressionistic Mountain Landscapes in Water Based Oils paints with artist Ruth Bond

Annapurna, detail by Ruth Bond

7 March 2026. 11am-3pm - £20 for Friends, £30 for non-members. You can also buy tickets for Ruth's workshop from our WeGotTickets page. 11-12pm Demonstration, 12-3pm Workshop and demo continues. Ruth trained in fashion before founding an award-winning interior design business in Newcastle. Her deep love of colour, texture, and form found a natural evolution … Continue reading Workshop: Impressionistic Mountain Landscapes in Water Based Oils paints with artist Ruth Bond

Sketching Newcastle with a bunch of famous artists led by Katherine Renton & Luke McTaggart

three famous artists sketching outdoors, Luke-McTaggart, JMW Turner and Katherine Renton

Saturday 28 February, 11-3pm. £20 for Friends, £25 for non-members. You can also buy tickets for Katherine and Luke's workshop from our WeGotTickets page. Learning skills and approaches to sketching, from JMW Turner and other great artists who have all tackled Newcastle as a subject. Local artists Luke McTaggart and Katherine Renton team up for … Continue reading Sketching Newcastle with a bunch of famous artists led by Katherine Renton & Luke McTaggart

Workshop: Reinvigorate your crafting WIPs and UFOs with Louise Underwood

Closup picture of fabric remnants and people crafting

Saturday 31 January 2026, 11-2 pm. £20 for Friends, £25 for non-members. You can also buy tickets for Louise's workshop from our WeGotTickets page. Started a textile craft project and haven't finished it? Are you looking for the motivation to get back into making? Then why not bring your crafting 'work in progress' (WIPS), unfinished … Continue reading Workshop: Reinvigorate your crafting WIPs and UFOs with Louise Underwood

Festive Folk Art: hand-stitched decorations made with vintage fabrics with Kath Price

A selection of Christmas Decorations made with decorative vintage fabrics by Kath Price

6 December 2025. 11am-3pm - book online atwegottickets.com/event/673753 Join textile artist Kath Price for a relaxing session of stitching using her collection of wonderful antique and vintage fabric pieces which will include nineteenth century patchwork and Durham quilts and Laura Ashley designs from the 1970’s and 80’s. You will be able to select a pre-cut … Continue reading Festive Folk Art: hand-stitched decorations made with vintage fabrics with Kath Price

An introduction to monotype with Hannah Forsyth

A selection of Hannah Forsyth monoprints

Saturday 4 October, 11-3pm - book online at https://wegottickets.com/event/673723 There are many different ways of creating a monotype, in this workshop we will look at 2 of them, working with one colour (fabulous Prussian Blue) & a hand bamboo burnisher. There’s no need for a printing press. You will leave with the understanding of  materials … Continue reading An introduction to monotype with Hannah Forsyth

Introduction to the traditional art of Batik with Louise Underwood

A work in progress. A piece of brightly coloured batik work with blue flowers by Louise Underwood.

Saturday 8 November 11-2pm - book online at wegottickets.com/event/673750 During the workshop, you will be introduced to the ancient art of Batik, using wax resist and fabric dyes. You will first learn the basic techniques and how to apply the wax with Jantings, experiment with mark-making and fabric dye application. You will then make a … Continue reading Introduction to the traditional art of Batik with Louise Underwood

Introduction to Creative Nature Journaling with Steve Pardue

A page from one of Steve Pardue's nature journals

Saturday 13 September, 11am - 3pm. £20 for Friends, £25 for non-members. You can also buy tickets for Steve's workshop from our WeGotTickets page. Join artist and naturalist Steve Pardue for a hands-on, immersive course designed to introduce you to the art of nature journaling at the Hatton Gallery. Whether you've always wanted to start … Continue reading Introduction to Creative Nature Journaling with Steve Pardue

Drawing Form – Figurative and Still Life Workshop with Theresa Poulton

The Three Graces by Raphael , Oil on Panel - Dulwich Picture Gallery, all rights reserved Saturday 21 June, 11am - 3pm. £20 for Friends, £25 for non-members Drawing Form: using pencil and charcoal, or materials of your choice, you will be taught basic two and three dimensional drawing techniques e.g. gradation and tonal exercises, … Continue reading Drawing Form – Figurative and Still Life Workshop with Theresa Poulton