Weekly after-school art clubs, school-holiday workshops and birthday parties.

All projects are based on an artist or book (and sometimes both) so the children learn art history at the same time as making art that they will be proud of.

The classes are small, with a maximum of 8 children so they will get focused attention and build confidence.

Throughout the courses, the children will learn a variety of different skills, techniques and styles.

Painting
Watercolour
Clay work and pottery
Lino printing
Screen printing
Painted paper collage
Drawing (including still life, animals, figures)
Mixed media

A space to create:

The Real Art Club was set up in response to the increasing focus on Literacy and Maths in schools and my belief that all children need the chance to get creative and to express themselves in different ways. I strongly believe that children need the opportunity to develop different talents and abilities and that having creative outlets can be the making of them.

Primary school teaching

As a primary school teacher, I was incredibly lucky to work in a school where they put Art and creativity centre stage. An outstanding school and a wonderful place to work. This experience gave me the determination to help other children to get creative whilst also to build their confidence, perseverance and and enjoyment of learning.

After running after-school clubs in school and putting on holiday workshops in a gazebo in my garden, I took the plunge and built a studio: the new home to The Real Art Club.

Children's Courses

My courses give children the chance to learn new skills and to produce artwork that they will be very proud of. The different projects are based around an artist or book (and sometimes both) so that the children gain knowledge of Art History along with new skills and techniques.

Throughout the courses, I try to develop the children's growth mindset so that they know that if they persevere and keep trying, even when a task is challenging, they can come away with great results. These skills are really transferable and so important throughout life.