Course Overview Join us for one of our autumn workshops and create your very own design onto a tote bag. You will use ready cut stamps and lino blocks to print and create your own design. Supported by artist and printmaker Lizzie Ault, who will be providing her own hand cut lino blocks for you to use. All materials are ... Read More
This event is designed for young people aged 18-30 in partnership with the Nene Valley Mammal Youth Group. Join the team at Stanwick Lakes to take part in monitoring the harvest mouse population on the nature reserve as part of the national Harvest Mouse survey. Learn how to identify suitable habitat, search for harvest mouse nests, and collect valuable data ... Read More
Understanding Roman Northamptonshire A heritage talk by Dr Michael J Curtis Northamptonshire occupies a central position within the landscape of Roman Britain, yet its remarkable archaeological heritage is often overshadowed by more familiar Roman sites elsewhere in the country. This talk explores how the county was transformed following the Roman conquest, revealing a landscape of thriving settlements, prosperous villas, extensive ... Read More
Course Overview Join us with our Resident Artist Louise Berrill for an inspiring watercolour painting class where creativity flows as freely as the paint on your brush! Each 2.5 hour session will focus on a different subject and area of emphasis, ensuring that every class brings something new and exciting to explore. We’ll cover a wide range of practical skills, ... Read More
Course Overview Each 2.5-hour session in this acrylic painting course introduces a new subject and focus, providing an engaging experience each session. You’ll explore essential practical skills and techniques, from preparing surfaces to mastering the application of acrylic paint. Sessions also include guidance on tools and mediums, offering you the versatility to experiment and achieve a range of effects guided ... Read More
Course Overview Join us with our Resident Artist Louise Berrill for an inspiring watercolour painting class where creativity flows as freely as the paint on your brush! Each 2.5 hour session will focus on a different subject and area of emphasis, ensuring that every class brings something new and exciting to explore. We’ll cover a wide range of practical skills, ... Read More
Course Overview Each 2.5-hour session in this acrylic painting course introduces a new subject and focus, providing an engaging experience each session. You’ll explore essential practical skills and techniques, from preparing surfaces to mastering the application of acrylic paint. Sessions also include guidance on tools and mediums, offering you the versatility to experiment and achieve a range of effects guided ... Read More
Course Overview Join us with our Resident Artist Louise Berrill for an inspiring watercolour painting class where creativity flows as freely as the paint on your brush! Each 2.5 hour session will focus on a different subject and area of emphasis, ensuring that every class brings something new and exciting to explore. We’ll cover a wide range of practical skills, ... Read More
Course Overview Join us with our Resident Artist Louise Berrill for an inspiring watercolour painting class where creativity flows as freely as the paint on your brush! Each 2.5 hour session will focus on a different subject and area of emphasis, ensuring that every class brings something new and exciting to explore. We’ll cover a wide range of practical skills, ... Read More
Course Overview Join us for a creative and hands-on workshop where you’ll design and carve your very own linocut stamp. Over the course of the session, experienced printmaker, Kerrie Suteu, will guide you through each step: sketching your design, transferring it onto lino, carving safely, inking your block, and printing your card on quality paper. By the end of the ... Read More
Course Overview Embrace the festive season with this joyful half-day willow weaving workshop led by willow artist Chaz Friend. You’ll learn how to create two classic seasonal pieces — a charming willow reindeer and a stylised Christmas tree — using simple but effective techniques suitable for complete beginners. Once you’ve learned the basics of each item, you’ll be free to ... Read More
Course Overview Each 2.5-hour session in this oil painting course offers a unique focus and subject, providing a fresh perspective each time you attend. We’ll delve into essential practical skills and techniques, starting with the preparation of surfaces and moving through the various stages of painting. You’ll gain hands-on experience in applying oil paint, using different tools, and exploring various ... Read More
