LOVE YOUR ART CLUBS -

IT'S TIME...TO LOVE YOUR ART!

Love Your Art is your new go-to place to explore creativity, build confidence, and fall in love with making art—whether you're just starting out or looking to grow your skills.

Led by a professional artist and qualified teacher, our classes are designed to be accessible, inspiring, and above all, enjoyable. We welcome all levels, from absolute beginners to keen improvers, in a friendly and supportive atmosphere where everyone can thrive.

Our sessions introduce you to a variety of artistic mediums—from drawing and painting to mixed media and more—through exciting, projects that help you discover what you love and develop your own unique style.

Whether you're picking up a paintbrush for the first time or reigniting a passion for creativity, Love Your Art is here to help you grow, experiment, and most importantly—enjoy the process.

Come and create with us!

NEXT CLASS:
May 12th -
July 14th 2025

Join us for a vibrant 9-week journey through movement, mood, and the magic of summer in our latest term at Love Your Art Classes!Each week, we’ll explore a new theme—from the graceful elegance of ballet to the colourful charm of seaside still life and the uplifting drift of hot air balloons. Along the way, you'll experiment with a range of mediums including pastels, watercolour, gouache, and acrylics, guided by a professional artist and qualified tutor.This term includes:

Dynamic drawing from flamenco and mime traditions
Plein air sketching at Cannizaro Park
Floral compositions and industrial landscapes
Summery scenes from the seaside to Wimbledon tennis
A chance to reflect and create your own masterpiece in our free choice final session

Suitable for all levels – whether you're a complete beginner or looking to develop your artistic voice, you’ll find support, inspiration, and a friendly community to grow in.Come and discover the joy of making art – one beautiful week at a time.

Summer Term Classes

Week 1: 12th May – Flamenco (Drawing: Pencil, Pastel Pencil)
This session will focus on capturing the dynamic movement and expressive gestures of flamenco dancers. Students will explore the use of pencil and pastel pencils to create dramatic contrasts, flowing fabrics, and intricate details of traditional flamenco costumes. We will study how posture and gesture convey emotion in dance-inspired artwork.

Week 2: – 19th May – Mime (Marcel Marceau, Nola Rae – Pastel)
This week, we will examine the art of mime, using pastels to create expressive portraits inspired by famous mime artists such as Marcel Marceau and Nola Rae. Emphasis will be placed on facial expressions, monochromatic tones, and the dramatic use of light and shadow to highlight the performative aspect of mime.

Week 3: 2nd June – Hot Air Balloons(Watercolour)
A colourful session exploring the movement of hot air balloons drifting through clear and cloudy skies. Students will learn techniques for painting soft, blended skies, as well as how to achieve the effect of light shining through fabric. Composition will also be discussed to create a sense of height and perspective.

Week 4: 9th June – Summer Still Life (Watercolour)
This week focuses on floral still life, capturing the vibrancy of summer flowers using watercolour. Techniques will include wet-on-wet blending for soft petals, dry brush techniques for texture, and composition tips to create balanced arrangements.

Week 5: 16th June – Industrial Buildings (Acrylic)
A shift in theme to an urban landscape. We will explore industrial buildings and city structures, working in acrylic to create bold, textured pieces. Techniques such as palette knife work and layering will be introduced to add depth and realism to the paintings.

Week 6: 23rd June – Seaside Still Life (Acrylic)
A seaside themed session featuring still life objects such as buckets and spades and animals such as starfish and seahorses. Students will experiment with acrylic painting techniques to depict textures like weathered wood, sand, and water reflections. We will also look at the charm of beach huts and how to capture their bold colours.

Week 7: 30th June – Tennis (Acrylic)
On the 1st day of Wimbledon Tennis, we will paint a tennis-themed still life and a classic British summer scene: strawberries and cream. Students can choose between acrylic for a bold, textured approach or watercolour for a softer, more fluid rendering. Emphasis will be placed on composition and how to create realistic textures for fruit and cream.

Week 8: 7th July – Plein Air Sketching
An outdoor session where we will practice plein air sketching in Cannizaro Park, Wimbledon. Students will work on quick observational sketches, capturing natural scenery, trees, flowers, and park landscapes. Various media can be used, including pencil, pastel, or watercolour.

Week 9: 14th July – Overview & Free Choice WeekA relaxed final session where students can bring in their work from throughout the term for feedback and discussion. Those who missed a session can use this time to catch up on a previous project. Alternatively, students may choose their own subject and medium for a self-directed piece.

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Courses take place in the picturesque Lime Grove Bowling Club, a peaceful and light-filled venue nestled in a quiet corner of New Malden.
Free Parking for Students.

Carol Baker MA
Carol is a versatile and experienced artist with a background in three-dimensional design and Fine Art, having studied at Chelsea School of Art and the Sir John Cass School of Art, where she later completed an MA in Land Art Images. Her work spans a wide range of media including oils, pastels, watercolours, printmaking, and photography. Carol is also a dedicated educator with over 25 years’ experience encouraging creativity through hands-on exploration.

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