Adult Visual Art Summer Sessions
Exploring the Landscape through Paint
Tuesday 5th August 10-3pm
A day dedicated to exploring the landscape by initially working on preparatory drawings made from the area surrounding our studio in the heart of Ilkley.
On returning to the studio we will develop these drawings using a range of different painting mediums, including acrylic, watercolour, ink and gouache, exploring experimental mark making techniques to bring expression into your work.
Print through Nature
Wednesday 13th August 2025
Using gathered natural materials as our starting point for a day of experimental print making, using block printing, mono printing, stencils and collage.
We will continue to develop work using the different approaches of layering, collage and drawing to enhance the finished outcomes
Family Creative day
Friday 15th August 10-3pm
A day designed for families to create together as we guide you through a series of fun exercises exploring drawing, into paint, to print and collage.
We will offer the opportunity for you to work alongside other members of your family creating your own piece of work or make something together.
We are offering this session at the same cost as our usual young artists rate, which is £45 per person. We ask that each adult booking is accompanied by a maximum of two young artists. Please get in touch if you have any questions. Thanks.
Cyanotype & Mixed Media on Paper and Fabric
Thursday 21st August 10-3pm
A day of working with mixed media on a paper and fabric surface. We will begin with manipulating the surface with stain and print including the process of cyanotype and continuing to respond to the marks created.
By building up layers we will create a surface which can be further developed using paint, print and stitch.
We will provide snacks and refreshments throughout the day and will break for lunch between 12-1 and ask students to bring a packed lunch. Please wear appropriate clothing
£70 Per Session
£45 for Family Creative Day
Please drop us an email with any questions and we will get back to you
“I have attended classes for several years now with Ilkley Art School. Each session varies in terms of materials, models and poses and we are encouraged to try new techniques based on a short introduction to established artists. It’s always interesting, fun and inspiring”
“The course has really changed my life”
A students poem
“The Art Studio, This thin place, This liminal space, This living, ancient temple of Divine creation. Sheets of paper fall like waves Carrying Venus to shore. Through chalk-dust clouds Mythic heroes emerge Shrouded in softness. I am held aloft by many hands To better see the Golden columns of light; A gift from the gods”
Louise