The Autumn Term begins on Monday 25th September 2023 - The Schedule is available on this item on our News Page It should be noted that The Bridge will close permanently on 31st March 2024. See our News page for more information.

At The Bridge, our tutors provide a wide range of courses in a variety of mediums, offering the perfect opportunity to get creative and meet new people. Take a look at our current courses:


Days: TuesdaysTutor: Sheila Plews

Ceramics with Sheila Plews - ALL SESSIONS FOR AUTUMN TERM 2023 FULLY BOOKED

£97 (includes firing fee) for 10 weeks

Suitable for potters of all abilities and experience.

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Days: TuesdaysTutor: Ginny Whittle

Drawing and Painting - Ginny Whittle - PAY PER SESSION - £11

£115 for 10 weeks

Drawing and Painting Class, exploring drawing in many materials from life, animals, plants flowers, still life - PAY PER SESSION - £11

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Days: WednesdaysTutor: Andy Taylor

Drawing and Painting 101 - Andy Taylor

£85 for 10 weeks

Perfect for beginners and those looking to return to the art, this course explores a variety of techniques

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Days: FridaysTutor: Rosi Thornton

Open Art

£6 per session or £50 per 10 week term if paid in advance for 10 weeks

Following the popularity of Openart Studio, you'll enjoy a a host of visual art forms with our accessible sessions

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Days: Tutor: Ginny Whittle

Outdoor Painting - En Plein-Air

£ for 10 weeks

The British weather may be unpredictable, but it can always be enjoyed. Get outside and be creative.

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Days: MondaysTutor: Andy Taylor

Painting & Drawing 102

£85 for 10 weeks

Geared towards intermediate artists, this course invites you to develop your painting and drawing skills.

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Days: ThursdaysTutor: Harriett Sowerby

Portrait and Figure Drawing Course - THIS COURSE HAS BEEN CANCELLED

£0 for 10 weeks

THIS COURSE HAS BEEN CANCELLED

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Days: FridaysTutor: Jo Pickering

Portrait Drawing & Painting

£90 for 10 weeks

Exploring a variety of portrait painting techniques for beginners and intermediates alike. Autumn 2023 - "Half Term" for this course will 3rd and 10th November, with the course ending on 15th December

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Days: FridaysTutor: Ginny Whittle (Life Class)

Tutored Life Drawing - THIS CLASS HAS BEEN CANCELLED

£ for 10 weeks

Tutored Life Drawing - THIS CLASS HAS BEEN CANCELLED

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Days: TuesdaysTutor: Ginny Whittle

Watercolour Drawing and Painting - All welcome

£100 for 10 weeks

Looking at watercolour techniques and the development of abilities

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