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Artworks
Ages 4 to 9

Artworks aims to create an environment that supports children of all abilities, introducing them to a range of materials: paint, clay, pastels, modrock, glue, paper, fabric, etc. At each session children produce a completed artwork, exploring elements of line, colour, tone, texture, form, pattern and shape. Over time they develop in both skill and confidence, and gain a sound basic education in art and craft.

Art Club
Ages 10 to 12

The aim of the Art Club is to develop children’s interest and love for Art into a more mature level. In a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere using a variety of materials, they learn:

1. The art of observation which is fundamental for any artistic expression.

2. The freedom to improvise.

3. The challenge to stretch their imagination.

4. The opportunity to learn how to use new techniques and materials.

In a playful, social and stimulating way, under individual guidance, their artistic confidence flourishes immensely. The results are always exciting for all of us! The principle of the Art Club is that nothing is too difficult to create, as far as we are prepared to give it a try.

Art for Adults

Art for Adults is open to all, whether you have no experience but are inquisitive, whether you are a practising artist with a desire to develop your work or whether you simply enjoy drawing.

The classes will be designed to suit participating students, with an emphasis on sketchbook work, drawing and painting in an informal and relaxed atmosphere. You will be encouraged to develop an individual working method by exploring varied mediums, experimenting and discussing work and ideas.

The only prerequisite is an interest in art itself and importantly, a desire to have fun and enjoy the making of it.

 

About the Tutor
Anna Deamer

Anna is an artist, writer and illustrator who lives and works in Brighton.

She trained in Fine Art (Painting and Printmaking) at Wimbledon School of Art followed by a Postgraduate Course in Theatre Design at Motley Theatre. After ten years designing in Theatre, Film and Television she retrained by taking an MA in Illustration at the University of Brighton graduating last year.

During her MA Anna specialised in children’s illustrated books and was awarded Highly Commended for the Macmillan Prize 2007. She is currently developing two books with funding from the Arts Council Southeast while also painting, drawing and exhibiting art work nationally and locally.

Anna’s art teaching experience is broad and has encompassed fine art, theatre design, production design, illustration and printmaking. She has worked as a freelance tutor and lecturer in schools, universities and has run community workshops with children and adults of all ages.