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Curriculum area: Arts and Crafts

Introduction to Creative Textiles is a great way to learn how to create exciting textile art and develop your knowledge and skills.

Delivery type: In-person
Start date: Thursday, 3 September 2026
Number of weeks: 15
Time: 13:30 - 15:30
Venue: Hindpool Community Centre

Full fee: £225.00 | Concessionary fee: £112.50 | Staff fee: £191.25

Curriculum area: Arts and Crafts

Are you a naturally creative person? Would you like to earn a nationally recognised qualification that showcases your artistic flair? In this course, you will be introduced to several new artistic techniques & methods, as well as building upon any prior knowledge.

Delivery type: In-person
Start date: Tuesday, 15 September 2026
Number of weeks: 20
Time: 09:30 - 12:00
Venue: Botcherby Community Centre

Free Course

Curriculum area: Arts and Crafts

Are you a naturally creative person? Would you like to earn a nationally recognised qualification that showcases your artistic flair? In this course, you will be introduced to several new artistic techniques & methods, as well as building upon any prior knowledge.

Delivery type: In-person
Start date: Tuesday, 23 February 2027
Number of weeks: 20
Time: 09:30 - 12:00
Venue: Botcherby Community Centre

Free Course

Curriculum area: Arts and Crafts

Are you a naturally creative person? Would you like to earn a nationally recognised qualification that showcases your artistic flair? In this course, you will be introduced to several new artistic techniques & methods, as well as building upon any prior knowledge.

Delivery type: In-person
Start date: Tuesday, 8 September 2026
Number of weeks: 25
Time: 14:30 - 16:30
Venue: Kendal Library

Free Course

Curriculum area: Arts and Crafts

Are you a naturally creative person? Would you like to earn a nationally recognised qualification that showcases your artistic flair? In this course, you will be introduced to several new artistic techniques & methods, as well as building upon any prior knowledge.

Delivery type: In-person
Start date: Tuesday, 22 September 2026
Number of weeks: 16
Time: 10:00 - 13:00
Venue: Workington Library

Free Course

Curriculum area: Arts and Crafts

This course explores how artists use colour and light to create mood, depth, and meaning in artworks. Through guided discussion and visual examples, learners will develop confidence in looking at and talking about art in an informed and enjoyable way.

Delivery type: In-person
Start date: Friday, 26 February 2027
Number of weeks: 4
Time: 12:30 - 14:30
Venue: Victoria Hall (Grange)

Full fee: £62.50 | Concessionary fee: £32.50 | Staff fee: £53.50

Curriculum area: Arts and Crafts

Uncover the hidden narratives and symbolism embedded in famous works in this beginner-friendly course on Art Appreciation.

Delivery type: In-person
Start date: Friday, 8 January 2027
Number of weeks: 6
Time: 12:30 - 14:30
Venue: Victoria Hall (Grange)

Full fee: £90.00 | Concessionary fee: £45.00 | Staff fee: £76.50

Curriculum area: Arts and Crafts

Explore the world of art movements in this engaging course. Each week will take a different art movement as its theme, giving the perfect introduction to the world of art history and appreciation.

Delivery type: In-person
Start date: Friday, 6 November 2026
Number of weeks: 6
Time: 12:30 - 14:30
Venue: Victoria Hall (Grange)

Full fee: £90.00 | Concessionary fee: £45.00 | Staff fee: £76.50

Curriculum area: Arts and Crafts

Explore different ways to look at and discuss art, enhancing your ability to interpret, analyse, and enjoy art in its various forms.

Delivery type: In-person
Start date: Friday, 11 September 2026
Number of weeks: 7
Time: 12:30 - 14:30
Venue: Victoria Hall (Grange)

Full fee: £105.00 | Concessionary fee: £52.50 | Staff fee: £89.25

Curriculum area: Arts and Crafts

This creative course will teach you skills to create children’s book illustration. You will work from a brief to create images that accompany a story or poem. You’ll take inspiration from contemporary and traditional illustrators, work in a range of materials, and discover your own style.

Delivery type: In-person
Start date: Tuesday, 15 September 2026
Number of weeks: 12
Time: 13:00 - 15:00
Venue: Botcherby Community Centre

Full fee: £180.00 | Concessionary fee: £90.00 | Staff fee: £153.00