Classes & Workshops
Our Autumn 2025 workshops are now open to book. We have a mix of sessions for both beginners & intermediate. We focus on painting workshops that will immerse you in the techniques, joy and satisfaction of making art.
Sessions are held on weekday evenings as well daytime on weekends. We also take group bookings if you’re thinking of bringing your friends along or looking for an exclusive group booking to celebrate a special occasion. Click on the links below to book your place or to buy a gift card. Alternatively if we don’t have exactly what you’re looking for then please fill out the questionnaire below and we’ll see if we can accommodate you.
All our workshop sessions are held in our beautiful studio at Trinity Buoy Wharf and unless stated, are taught by resident artist Ian Robert Felton.
Basics of Making Art
Our Basics of Making Art workshop explores colour and painting techniques in acrylic paint and ink.
This 2 hour session is designed as an easy access introduction to making art. No prior experience is necessary and it is therefore suitable for beginners.
Alternatively, for those already used to making art this workshop can provide you with greater insight into colour theory, as well as teaching you new techniques using ink and acrylic paint.
It is a workshop aimed at unlocking inspiration while at the same time having fun.
All materials are provided and you’ll be able to take your creations home with you.
Price: £50
Quick Intro to Oil Painting
Join this beginner-friendly painting workshop to explore the possibilities of the timeless and traditional medium of oil painting. You will learn how to use oil paint to create your own unique artworks.
This session is designed as an accessible, basic introduction to using oil paint as a medium to make art, making it a brilliant starting point for those with no prior experience to painting, with oil or otherwise. Alternatively, for those with experience, the workshop is also a brilliant opportunity to deepen your understanding of oil painting. The workshop will also give participants an understanding of colour theory, and its role in producing art.
Throughout the session, you'll have the chance to follow your inspiration and enjoy the process of making art. All the materials you need will be provided, so you can fully immerse yourself in the experience without any worries.
By the end of the workshop, you will not only have created your own unique artwork to take home but will also have gained a new perspective on your own creative potential, leaving with fresh skills and insights to continue your artistic practice.
30 x 30cm stretched canvas & quality paints included.
Price: £65 Weekend Sessions - £60 Midweek Evenings
Deep Dive Intro to Oil Painting
In our Deep Dive Intro to Oil Painting workshop, you will learn the fundamentals of composition, colour theory and how to create beautiful art using the timeless medium of oil paint.
This workshop comprises of 3 x 3 hour sessions (or condensed to 3x2 hours for midweek version) Both weekend and midweek sessions come with an optional 4th session at no extra price.
It is a deep dive introduction to the basic principles of using oil paint as a medium of making art. No prior experience is necessary, although you may benefit from taking our ‘Quick Intro to Oil Painting’ workshop.
Alternatively, for those who already paint, draw, or make art in other mediums, this is a workshop where you will discover and explore the classic and traditional medium of oil paint.
This workshop takes you through the primary stages of composing an oil painting.
1st Session - Composition; shapes, form, light & shade, 3D illusions and outlining the design
2nd Session - Defining the principle base painting; tonal values, highlights & lowlights
3rd Session - Adding colour; colour theory & the laws of mixing
4th Session (Optional) - Glaze coat & fine tuning
All quality materials are provided, including either a 40x40cm or 40x50cm stretched canvas, and you’ll be able to take your creation home with you.
Price: £175 Weekend Sessions - £155 Midweek Evening Sessions
Workshop Reviews
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Fantastic! I found the introduction to the oil colours and colour theory fascinating. Ian's way of teaching was very engaging. I learnt a lot in a very short space of time. It was a lovely way to meet people too. Would highly recommend!
***** 5 Stars
Pavan Kareer, Sept 2025
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Such an amazing course and amazing teacher! Thank you so much Ian for sharing your wealth of knowledge with us and inspiring us over the past 3 weeks! I have learned a lot and really enjoy every session!
***** 5 Stars
Maya Hoang, Oct 2025
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Such an enjoyable class! You get to learn more about the art form and colour theory, which is super interesting, as well as having ample time to put it all into practice with high quality materials. Ian was excellent throughout, and even kindly let us stay on for longer to paint! Couldn’t recommend it more — perfect for all skill levels.
**** 5 Stars
Megha Sthankiya, Sep 2025
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I love this art class. I love how we used colors in this piece. The choice of colors really brings this painting to life. Learning from an artist teacher is inspiring. I truly respect artist input and suggestions. I would highly recommend Ian's art classes. He is very enthusiastic, friendly and encouraging. I look forward to going to class. It is relaxed and a good place to create our own piece!
***** 5 Stars
Afroditi A, Sept 2025
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This oil painting class takes place in a really lovely, calming studio space—it felt like the perfect environment to slow down and get creative. We each got to work on our own painting, which we could take home. I thought it was great value. I’d definitely recommend it if you’re looking for a creative day out.
***** 5 Stars
Janice Suk Yee Li , Sep 2025
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Fantastic class I was really nervous about printing and this class gave me confidence to explore the unknown. Amazing teacher, very wise and informative. I’m looking forward to doing some more art here!
***** 5 Stars
Zorah Khan, Sep 2025
DROP IN SESSIONS
These are sessions are untutored and aimed at people who have already taken a workshop at Trinity Art Studios and wish to return to continue working on their paintings.
DATES & TIMES: You may use this booking for a session you have been invited to. Alternatively contact the studio for up coming drop in sessions.
Available and included to use in the session: a complete box of oil paint colours & oil painting mediums. Brushes, palette knives, easels, benches and other general studio equipment. All equipment must be cleaned after the session and all paints returned to the box. Participants are asked to be economic with their use of paint & mediums and avoid using excessive amounts. Blank canvases are not included but can be purchased on the day.
PLEASE ONLY BOOK IF YOU HAVE ALREADY COMPLETED A WORKSHOP AT TRINITY ART STUDIOS.
Tell us about You
To assist us to develop workshops and classes, or to enquire about group sessions, please use the form to tell us what your interests. Click on as many headings as you like and use the text box to give more details about where you are at in your artistic journey.
