Whether you’re a seasoned artist looking to refine your techniques or someone embarking on their creative journey, our courses are designed to inspire and nurture your artistic talent. Immerse yourself in a vibrant community of like-minded individuals, led by experienced and passionate instructors who will guide you through the magic of colours, textures, and compositions.
Painting courses are one of our most popular subject areas and there is a huge range of options to choose from. Acrylics, Watercolour, Oil Painting and Mixed media. You will have the opportunity to learn techniques, develop your skills and build your confidence. Learn about other artists, their work and their inspirations. If you are interested in portraiture, landscape, still life or abstract we have courses that will allow you to explore and experiment. There are techniques and brushwork styles to develop and time to think about composition and what makes up a picture.
Beginners courses will help you get started and learn about the equipment, paint or canvasses you might need and our more advanced courses will support you to develop new ideas and build on your skills.
Join one of our painting classes or workshops now.
More Information on Our Painting Courses
New Subcategories for Painting Courses
Due to the growing number of painting courses, we have divided our courses to the following categories:
Summer Courses 2026
Acrylics Summer School (P48M)
Description: Acrylics Summer School exploring impasto techniques for landscapes, seascapes, and, if time allows, flowers.
Tutor: Janet Lueck Location: Stoke Lodge (BS9 1BN)
Start Date: 27 Aug 2026 (Summer) Times: Thursday Friday 10:00-16:00 Duration: 1 week(s)
Availability: Places available Fee: £110 (Concession: £70)
Oil Painting Improvers: Summer School 2026 (P11G)
Description: A summer school designed for oil painters with some experience who wish to develop their own individual projects, guided by an expert tutor.
Tutor: Warren Sealey Location: Stoke Lodge (BS9 1BN)
Start Date: 05 Aug 2026 (Autumn) Times: Wed Thu Fri 10:00-12:30 Duration: 1 week(s)
Availability: Places available Fee: £65 (Concession: £40)
Oil Painting Mixed Ability:Summer School 2026 (P13G)
Description: A summer school perfect for beginners eager to learn essential techniques and for experienced painters looking to refine their skills.
Tutor: Warren Sealey Location: Stoke Lodge (BS9 1BN)
Start Date: 05 Aug 2026 (Autumn) Times: Wed Thu Fri 13:30-16:00 Duration: 1 week(s)
Availability: Places available Fee: £65 (Concession: £40)
Space For Creativity – Mentoring For Artists Summer School 2026 (P70H)
Description: Immersive summer school offering experienced painters a space to develop their practice
Tutor: Laurel Smart Location: Stoke Lodge (BS9 1BN)
Start Date: 20 Jul 2026 (Summer) Times: Full time – all week 10:00-16:00 Duration: 1 week(s)
Availability: Places available Fee: £249 (Concession: £150)
Watercolours Summer School. All Levels (P57K)
Description: Watercolours are a delight to work with. This summer school is designed for beginners and experienced painters alike. You will learn various techniques to enhance your watercolour skills and create stunning artworks.
Tutor: Elham Talay Minaei Location: Stoke Lodge (BS9 1BN)
Start Date: 20 Jul 2026 (Summer) Times: Full time – all week 09:30-13:30 Duration: 1 week(s)
Availability: Places available Fee: £170 (Concession: £105)