Absolute Beginners

A playful and sociable five week course on the basics.

Taking you through Autumn up until Christmas.

Book one at a time or save money and book the complete series.

Together we'll have a go at portraits, figures, animals and even the dreaded hands! Always starting with drawing but also exploring clay, paint and collage.

Each session will start with some fun warm ups to get us thinking about the subject, then some playful exercises and a chance to focus and explore, in a calm, screen-free environment.

All set in the wonderful Pulse & Pickle cafe in Blackhorse Workshop in Walthamstow. With tasty food and drink available to buy and you are welcome to stay after for dinner service in the cafe.

November Thursday 12th: Faces Thursday 19th: The Figure Thursday 26th: Animals

December Thursday 10th: Objects Thursday 17th: Hands

£20 per session or just £90 to do all five.

Barry's Anywhere Art School wants everyone to enjoy creativity, wherever they are. Encouraging you to forget perfection and stay curious about what makes your work unique and special. Whilst offering all sorts of tips and tricks from over two decades of art-making and teaching.

Barry Sykes gained his Masters in Fine Art from Chelse College of Art in 2000 and has made exhibitions and events around the world, including MoMA PS1, Tate Modern and William Morris Gallery. He has recently led creative classes in Whipps Cross Hospital, Guildhall School of Music & Drama, Goldsmiths College and Hackney Community Sauna.

barrysykes.com @barrysykes