Bold Birds in Mixed Media. The Courthouse, 4 Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. In this workshop you will create a beautiful bird illustration by combining an assortment of mediums and techniques. Choose from watercolour, acrylic or gouache to paint your bird. Then add pen, pencil or oil pastel to create additional detail within your piece. 10:30 am - 12:30 ...

Club Origami. The Courthouse, 4 Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. An immersive and interactive dance show inviting family audiences to create, imagine and explore whole new ways of thinking, playing, and moving. 2:30 pm. Rip, fold and scrumple ! Shall we see what we can make with a single square of paper ? For more info click ...

Colour Reduction Linoprinting. The Courthouse, 4 Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. Learn how to create beautifully coloured lino prints during this specialist printmaking workshop. 10:00 am - 4:00 pm. For more info click here

Pet Sketch, Drawing Animals. The Courthouse, 4 Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. A Taste of Art. With all materials included and each workshop suitable for beginners, our Wednesday morning Taste Of… sessions give the perfect introduction to a range of artistic styles and techniques. Develop your observational skills of our furry friends!. 10.30am-12.30pm. ...

Exhibition: The Arts Collective. The Courthouse, 4 Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. Come and enjoy an excellent selection of artwork by our Open Studio scheme participants who produce prints and ceramics. The artwork is made by The Arts Collective. 10:00 am - 4:00 pm. Free Entry. For more info click ...

Organic Ceramic Forms. The Courthouse, 4 Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. You will explore a variety of ceramic techniques including creating pinch pots and joining using slip. Glazing and finishing techniques will also be explored to finish off your piece. 10:30 am - 12:30 pm. For more information click ...

Colourways inspired by Albers. The Courthouse, 4 Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. From Joseph Albers' teachings, learn to create a range of interesting, and often surprising, colour effects. For more information click here

Drawing Urban Rooftops. Rural Arts, The Courthouse, YO7 1QS. Lose yourself in the beautiful architecture of urban rooftops in recognisable cities such as Oxford, London and Paris. You will learn tips on perspective and develop mark-making techniques to create different textures within your drawing. Use photographs or content from our lovely collection ...