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The classes are run by artists with over 20 years experience who have an amazing passion for their art forms. The artists will inspire you to explore your creativity in a relaxed learning environment. These classes cover the basics as well as more advanced techniques – dive in at whatever level suits you!

For drop-ins you create a mosaic tile to take home. The studio shelves are full of treasure for you to use. One of the best stocked mosaic studios in London. The range is unbelievable.
You will be introduced to the fundamentals of mosaic which can allow you to progress onto further projects, e.g a mosaic art piece, plant pot, mirror frame, table top - we have all the bases for you to choose.

Our studio is set in a gated community garden which makes it a quiet and relaxing environment. It's a large space so we will make sure of social distancing is kept with limited sizes.

We have an outdoor garden and can make sure to air the space, and we're marked 'Good To Go' by British business standards.

Previous participants' feedback:
“The class is brilliant, I keep coming back!"
"The tutors are superb, they have so much knowledge and nothing is too much trouble"
"As soon as you walk into this space you feel welcome, a few of us were here for a one-off class. You all sit around big tables and get inspired by each other. Some folks were on the longer courses. Either way it all works!"
"This is me time, straight from the office and into the most creative welcoming space. I have just enrolled on a 5 week course for more of this magic time!"

We run this class every Tuesday as a drop-in class, but we also run 5 week courses for £120 plus VAT or 10 week courses for £230 plus VAT.  If you can't make 5 or 10 consecutive weeks that's no problem as we have a ticking system so you won't miss out on your sessions!  If you would like to book onto a 5 or 10 week course then please contact us directly on jewels@art4space.co.uk.

You will receive a 20% discount at the Art4Space mosaic shop when buying a 10-week course

All levels Mosaic Classes!

This is a relaxed crash course pottery session where you will gain practical skills and introduction to pottery!  No experience is necessary. Perfect for beginners or anyone wanting to try something new and fun!

You are welcome to play and experiment as much as you like in this three-hour session and indulge in some clay fun! You will create something unique and handmade that is truly personal and something to add to your memories.

During the workshops you will be introduced to a variety of hand-building techniques - pinching, coiling, slabbing - and wheel throwing skills. You will learn different hand-building techniques and throwing skills on the pottery wheel.

This is an example of what you should expect during the workshop

•	Introduction to Pottery
•	Demonstration of the different techniques
•	Have fun with Clay!
•	Option to play with coloured slip to decorate your pots ( only if you are going to glaze fire them )
•	Make some enjoyable memories

Make some enjoyable memories  ( maybe even the scene from ghost but with a 2m distance ) .

If you enjoyed and loved your creation and want to keep it forever  then there is also the option to have the pottery glazed fired for £5 per piece.

The studio is based along the river side overlooking the view of the grand union canal that leads up to Paddington. If you are new to London or a Londoner wanting to explore different side to London then this is the perfect place to visit!  Discover something new and learn fun new skill!

All material provided.
Collection 3/4 weeks after the session and will be kept for one months after the collection time .
In light of the current COVID-19  please be aware of the health and safety guild-lines.  The studio is fully sanitised and  cleaned before and after the workshop.  Everyone is provided with antibacterial wipes, sanitisers, gloves and disposable aprons. Please feel free to bring anything else with you to keep you safe and protected.

Pottery Class Workshop

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Take a leap of inspiration and create something that is truly you, with this hand-building workshop.

Playing with colour, shape and texture, pushing your ideas to create something functional and/or purely decorative out of clay.

This workshop will provide you with  basic hand-building techniques (slab building, pinch, coiling),  that  give you the confidence to go ahead and create your desired piece/s. It's all about being relaxed and finding your happy place.

This workshops main focus is about  pushing the boundaries of traditional forms/pieces. We explore alternative colours, shapes and textures, adding a special twist to make it all the more unique and adventurous.

Session

The session is split into 2 parts.

Part 1 - We dive into the basics of creating a simple hand-built form with a short demo and chat.
Optional - Taking inspiration from the ideas you will have collected (a little light homework prior to attending the 1st session, details provided in the confirmation email), then the building begins.

Part 2 - Will be spent glazing your wonderful greenware work using underglazes.

These are  2.5hr sessions. Personal and individual guidance is given throughout.

All clay, tools, underglazes are provided and included in the fee.  You are welcome to make as many pieces, as the time provides. Please note 1 piece you'd like to keep is included in the fee. Any additional pieces you'd like to keep incur a £3 (per piece) charge, payable on the day, please remember to bring cash.

*Workshops will be updated on a regularly.  Please subscibe to keep up to date with upcoming workshops.


Taster: Ceramic Hand-Building And Glazing Workshop

With Victoria's Art Kit, you can get everything you need to complete this beautiful painting, arriving through your letterbox!

Immerse yourself in the beauty of Mother Nature, with this stunning seascape by artist Victoria Obolensky. You'll learn her tips and tricks for creating weaving clouds and frothy waves. Victoria captured this gorgeous moment whilst visiting her parents in Devon.

See Victoria's complimentary video tutorial in our mobile app which you can explore at a time that suits you. Information on how to access this can be found in your printed set of instructions.

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See more of Victoria's work on instagram @victoriaobolensky.art

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Devon Seascape - Painting Kit

Welcome to our all INCLUSIVE pottery taster session.
Most Thursday evenings and Saturdays for only £45 per person. We offering this compact taster session for you to enjoy the best of ceramics.

Our studio is very spacious, warm and cosy. Come for a hands on experience, you will learn and hand build a plant pot with pre-made coils of clay sausages and have a go on the potter wheel and throw a salt dish.

Classes are small and intimate of max. 8 persons, to make sure you make the most of it. We are genuinely passionate in what we do, we are ceramic designers and makers and think it is important to properly pass on the love for clay.

You'll have a quick tour of the studio , we will show you samples of our projects made for the creative industry so you'll have a great idea of what a ceramicist does.
This is an excellent workshop for anyone wanting to have a go with ceramics. We guarantee you a therapeutic, fun and relaxing time , people say it feels like to have a break outside of London.

(Your pieces will be ready to be collected within 3 weeks, if you cannot collect them we can post them to you for £8, anywhere in the UK.)

NOTE: Due to COVID19 and the instability in bookings some workshops might be postponed, unless you are a group of 4+ the class will remain up and running. You will be notified at least 12h prior the start of the class if a class is postponed,  our tickets are not refundable but are happy to book you in any other future dates.

Looking forward to see you soon!
Stephanie 🙂

NOTE: Tickets are non refundable but can be rescheduled if given a 24hours notice prior the start of the class. Classes are subject to be postponed if there’s only one booking, and you will be giving a 24 hours notice.  Studio address: 90 Haymerle road, SE156SB London

Pottery Taster Session all INCLUSIVE

Get everything you need to complete this beautiful painting, arriving through your letterbox!

This floral piece is the perfect painting to brighten up any day, or any room. You’ll create a beautiful palette of pastel pinks and yellows, adding in darker tones of purples and greens to create definition and character. This piece is so gorgeous and vibrant, you can almost smell the peonies’ sweet and rosy fragrance.

See Anna-Louise's complimentary video tutorial which you can explore at a time that suits you. Instructions on how to access this can be found in your printed set of instructions.

Choose between 8 other contemporary art-work motifs to mix and match.

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See more of Anna-Louise's work on instagram @alfelstead

Peonies - Painting Kit 

Private Pottery Class in our studio near Alperton, North London.

If you have tried pottery and want to come back and learn more than this private class is perfect for you. It is aimed at anyone that wants to learn more and want to get more practice on the pottery wheel or Hand-building techniques.

The session is very flexible in terms of what you want to focus on and customised according to your level and needs. Minimum booking is for 2 hour session.

The options are varied.
Focus on Wheel throwing
Hand Building techniques
Learn about glazing

All material Included. Any pieces you wish to glaze will be £4 per piece.

Private Pottery Class

Everything you need to complete this beautiful painting, arriving through your letterbox!

Be transported to the serenity of the Suffolk countryside, with inspiration from the land right beside artist Georgie Mason's family home. This playful, vibrant piece showcases a full range of artistic tips and tricks, all stepped through by Georgie. You'll be delighted with the end result.

See Georgie's complimentary video tutorial  which you can explore at a time that suits you. Instructions on how to access this can be found in your printed set of instructions.

Choose between 8 other contemporary art-work motifs to mix and match.

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See more of Georgie's work on instagram @georgiesmason

Golden Landscape - Painting Kit

Get everything you need to complete this beautiful painting, arriving through your letterbox!

'City of London' by Anna-Louise Felstead is a celebration of the beautiful chaos of our hometown, London. The striking form of the River Thames, the iconic Tower Bridge and the graceful Shard immediately orientate the viewer, which means you can let your own creative license run wild for the spaces in between.

Watch Anna-Louise’s step by step video tutorial in our mobile app at a time that suits you. Instructions on how to access this can be found in your printed set of instructions.

Choose between 8 other contemporary art-work motifs to mix and match.

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See more of Anna-Louise's work on instagram @alfelstead

City of London - Painting Kit

With Lara's Art Kit, you can get everything you need to complete this beautiful coastal painting, arriving through your letterbox!

Learn how to create crashing waves, fleeting clouds and
wind-blown sand dunes in this vibrant piece.

As you paint we hope to evoke memories of sunny summer holidays, trying your hand at a little surfing, or maybe just a bit of sunbathing. And if you’ve never had the chance to visit Cornwall, we hope this piece takes you there, the perfect escape whatever the weather.

See Lara's complimentary video tutorial which you can explore at a time that suits you. Instructions on how to access this can be found in your printed set of instructions.

Choose between 8 other contemporary art-work motifs to mix and match.

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See more of Lara's work on instagram @lararobinsonart

Cornish Coast - Painting Kit

Everything you need to complete this beautiful painting, arriving through your letterbox!

This curious & colourful giraffe by Harriet Gillett is creative fun for all ages and abilities. To Harriet, giraffes have always had a lot of mystery about them. They feel very mythical, almost other-worldly. Harriet saw this one at Yorkshire Safari Park, where many of the animals have been rescued and rehabilitated.

See Harriet's complimentary video tutorial which you can explore at a time that suits you. Instructions on how to access this can be found in your printed set of instructions.

Choose between 8 other contemporary art-work motifs to mix and match.

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See more of Harriet's work on instagram @harrietgillettart

Yorkshire Giraffe - Painting Kit

Get everything you need to complete this beautiful painting, arriving through your letterbox!

'Tower Bridge' by Anna-Louise Felstead celebrates one of London’s most iconic landmarks in the midst of the hustle and bustle of the vibrant city. The abstract nature of this piece will set your creative fire alight as you experiment with vibrant colour, highlights and shadows, varied brushstrokes and texture to give your Tower Bridge its own unique personality.

See Anna-Louise's complimentary video tutorial which you can explore at a time that suits you. Instructions on how to access this can be found in your printed set of instructions.

Choose between 8 other contemporary art-work motifs to mix and match.

Add gift wrapping at checkout, which includes a gift message. Shipping globally!

See more of Anna-Louise's work on instagram @alfelstead

London Tower Bridge - Painting Kit

With Abigail's Art Kit, you can get everything you need to complete this beautiful painting, arriving through your letterbox!

This beautiful semi-abstract landscape depicts cool blue waters with a pink sky, fluffy clouds and wildflowers in the foreground. You’ll learn a satisfying and effective spreading technique, brush work and mark making, and come away with a vibrant piece that is totally unique to you.

See Abigail's complimentary video masterclass tutorial at a time that suits you in our mobile app.  Instructions on how to access this can be found in your printed set of instructions.

Choose between 8 other contemporary art-work motifs to mix and match.

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See more of Abigail's work on instagram @tipperleyhill

Dreaming of Pink Skies - Painting Kit

These lovely candles are made from rolling sheets of beeswax.  The kit includes everything you need to make the candles.  The only additional item you require is a pair of scissors!

If you're on the hunt for natural homemade candles that contain absolutely no chemicals, have you thought about making your own? With this beeswax candle making kit, you'll have all you need to make natural scented candles in the comfort of your own home.

You will learn how to make five beautiful beeswax candles and  also learn all about the rolling technique.

Rolled Beeswax Kit

Get everything you need to complete this beautiful painting, arriving through your letterbox!

Learn how to work with Elena's hand picked colour palette with skills you can take on into your own portraits. Plus, you'll be left with a stunning MasterPeace - a gorgeous feature for any home.

See Elena's complimentary video tutorial which you can explore at a time that suits you. Instructions on how to access this can be found in your printed set of instructions.

Choose between 8 other contemporary art-work motifs to mix and match.

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White Rose - Painting Kit

These exciting DIY mosaic at home boxes are great to have two art projects at home! Suitable for children to do as well.

You get to design your own mosaic with the selection of pre-cut tiles and you will receive two small shapes that you can either share or have two goes with!

Mosaic in  A Box

Pottery wheel taster - learn to throw like a pro from expert tutors, relaxing atmosphere with in the old zip factory hidden away from the crazy world.

Learn how to throw on the pottery wheel. Get creative and relax and find your inner peace through the art of throwing on the wheel.
Skills to be learn on the day will include hand building using coils and slabs then the pottery wheel throwing .

Our tutors will go over the basic steps to help you transform a piece of clay into a piece of art with the 2 hours class.
Your work will be Biscuit fired then glazed. two weeks after the class, you will be able to collect your pieces.

There is a material fee of £3 per piece, so please remember to bring cash on the day.


Pottery Taster Workshop

A four week course (two hours per session) for people who want to learn the possibilities of clay. Each two hour evening class will be spent learning varieties of hand building techniques as well as surface decorations and ways to interpret ideas into three dimensional forms.

Week one will be spent learning a variety of techniques - pinch-pots, coil building and slab-building. Learners will then adapt these techniques over the following three weeks to create ceramic work from their own ideas. From pot making to sculpture, learners will be encouraged to use their imagination and interests to make work that can be decorated with, slips, underglazes, oxides and/or glazes.

 Classes are for a maximum of five people, ensuring everyone has support in a friendly and fun environment.
 Prices include all basic materials and firings (which will include an initial bisque firing and a glaze firing). You can purchase additional specialist glazes upon request.

All abilities welcome.
*PLEASE NOTE THERE IS A CHRISTMAS BREAK IN BETWEEN DECEMBER CLASSES FROM 20TH DECEMBER TO 5TH JANUARY. CLASSES ADVERTISED AS FOUR CONSECUTIVE WEEKS OVER THIS PERIOD WILL PAUSE ON THE 20TH AND RESUME AS FROM 5TH JANUARY

Weeknight Ceramics Course

Throwing is the process of creating dishes on the wheel. It's messy, absorbing and very addictive!

It's a challenging process, but this workshop only takes three people, so you get close tuition from a very experienced teacher. Perfect for complete beginners to pick it up and have a go or for anyone wanting a little more practice or help with a new technique.

Your tutor will start with a demonstration and take you step by step through the stages of throwing before guiding you through the process on a wheel of your own.  At the end of the workshop, you can choose one of the studio glazes for your favourite dish.

Once left with us, your finished pieces will be dried, glazed and twice fired. They will be ready in about 3 weeks time and you'll be able to choose between collecting it in person or having it delivered for an additional fee. The clay and glazes we use here are strong and durable, so your finished pieces can be used just like everything else in your kitchen and are dishwasher and microwave friendly.

Our location is currently in Tier 2 and observing social distancing indoors. Please make sure you wear a face covering in this workshop. If you'd like more information about our measures to keep the studio safe, please feel welcome to get in touch.

Wheel Workshop

Develop your creativity skill making a 15cm x 15 cm mosaic using the direct technique, where the tesserae is glued directly onto wooden support.

The one day mosaic workshop will give you an introduction into a  mosaic world, having the opportunity to learn and discover  more about this ancient art. The emphasis will be on the making  however, there will also be the chance to gain some knowledge of the history and evolution of  mosaic over the centuries.

All  designs are already  provided by the tutor. If you wish to bring your own design it will need to be agreed with the tutor in advance before the start of the workshop.

Please email the tutor  in order to receive  the templates design after completing your booking.

The workshops includes all materials.

Workshop contents :

Introduction to the course and the technique;
Selection of the design and materials;
How to trasfer/ draw an image to prepare the creation of a
    mosaic
How to cut and shape tiles to create your own mosaic using
    mosaic nippers;
How to create a mosaic using Andamento (layout)
    technique;
Direct method : gluing your tesserae directly onto the
    wooden support;
Complate and grout your mosaic.


One Day Direct Method Mosaic Workshop

This 3 hour throwing workshop will take you through the basics of pottery throwing on the wheel. No previous experience of working with clay is required as you will be expertly guided by the tutor. Our tutor's, Ella, Eloise and Emily are all experienced potters with over 10 years of experience working with ceramics and tutoring. With classes capped at 5 participants, you’ll have plenty of guidance and support throughout the session and you’ll have your own wheel throughout.
Experienced potters are also welcome, and we can help focus on any techniques or shapes that you would like to improve on.
The session will be taught in a friendly and relaxing environment and you will leave feeling enthusiastic to continue your throwing practice.
This workshop includes firing and glazing of your best piece of work, additional work will be fired and glazed at £5 per pot.

Children under 16 must be accompanied by a paying adult


Wheel Throwing Workshop

This is a five week throwing course. The course is suitable for all levels and will comprise of five, consecutive, two hour sessions and will take place on Sundays.  Each person will have their own dedicated wheel for the entire length of the course. At the end of the course, you will have up to five items to take home.

All materials, firings and tuition are included in the price.

Outline

Week 1 - This session will involve intensive teaching. You will be taught, step by step, how to throw a pot on the wheel. The teacher will demonstrate how to prepare your clay for throwing. You will then be shown how to centre, open, and pull up the walls of the pot. There will be plenty of practice time.

Week 2 - This is a chance to build on what you learned in week one. You will be encouraged to produce more complex forms with the aid of shaping tools and also to throw taller forms.

Week 3 - In this session, you will turn (trim) your pots on the wheel, using a variety of tools. Turning is the process of removing excess clay to refine the shape of your pot. It is also the process by which you will make a foot ring. You will learn to make and attach handles to some of the items made on week two. This may be a mug or a jug.

Week 4 - You will decorate several of your pots with a range of coloured slips. You may also wish to explore drawing, surface pattern and line making techniques such as Sgraffito or Mishima.

Week 5 - You will be introduced to glazing and will spend this last session glazing all your pots.


Five Week Throwing Course 

This unique way of incorporating multiple stones on the desired tile is a specialist skill with a unique outcome. Mosaic classes take you through each stage of the procedure to enable you to hit your personal mosaic targets on schedule.

Mosaic classes, courses, learning kits and gifts on Obby

All levels Mosaic Classes!

Pottery Class Workshop

Taster: Ceramic Hand-Building And Glazing Workshop

Devon Seascape - Painting Kit

Pottery Taster Session all INCLUSIVE

Peonies - Painting Kit

Private Pottery Class

Golden Landscape - Painting Kit

City of London - Painting Kit

Cornish Coast - Painting Kit

Yorkshire Giraffe - Painting Kit

London Tower Bridge - Painting Kit

Dreaming of Pink Skies - Painting Kit

Rolled Beeswax Kit

White Rose - Painting Kit

Mosaic in A Box

Pottery Taster Workshop

Weeknight Ceramics Course

Wheel Workshop

One Day Direct Method Mosaic Workshop

Wheel Throwing Workshop

Five Week Throwing Course

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on any learning kit

Mosaic classes, courses, learning kits and gifts on Obby

All levels Mosaic Classes!

Pottery Class Workshop

Taster: Ceramic Hand-Building And Glazing Workshop

Devon Seascape - Painting Kit

Pottery Taster Session all INCLUSIVE

Peonies - Painting Kit

Private Pottery Class

Golden Landscape - Painting Kit

City of London - Painting Kit

Cornish Coast - Painting Kit

Yorkshire Giraffe - Painting Kit

London Tower Bridge - Painting Kit

Dreaming of Pink Skies - Painting Kit

Rolled Beeswax Kit

White Rose - Painting Kit

Mosaic in A Box

Pottery Taster Workshop

Weeknight Ceramics Course

Wheel Workshop

One Day Direct Method Mosaic Workshop

Wheel Throwing Workshop

Five Week Throwing Course

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Use obby giftcards
on any learning kit