Drawing Club. Rural Arts The Courthouse, 4 Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. Only Thu. Join the Drawing Club at Rural Arts! Every Thursday, 6-8 pm, explore various drawing techniques in relaxed, tutor-led sessions. Suitable for all levels, our club offers guided workshops, individual project support, and a creative community. 6.00pm - 8.00pm. For more information ...

Yoga for your Creativity. Rural Arts, The Courthouse, 4 Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. Whether you’re an experienced yogi or a beginner, these monthly sessions offer a dynamic yoga flow to energise the body and mind. 10.30am - 11.30am. £15. For more information click ...

Willow Obelisk. Rural Arts, The Courthouse, 4 Westgate YO7 1QS. Wendy’s willow workshops are fun, addictive and also therapeutic. You won’t want to put the willow down in anticipation of seeing your finished sculpture. Everyone’s sculpture is unique, each with its own character and personality. The workshops are fun and friendly with the satisfaction ...

Lino Print in Life. Rural Arts The Courthouse, 4 Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. Be inspired by nature with printmaker Jo Mills. You will learn how to cut lino, print, operate a printing press, and reduction print. 10.30am - 4.30pm. For more information click here

4 Week Enamelling Course. Rural Arts, The Courthouse, 4 Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. Join Heather’s 4-week enamelling course in Thirsk. Explore metalworking techniques using copper and steel, learn stencilling, glass firing, and create beautiful pieces each week. 10.30am - 12.30pm. £200 (Full Course) £60(Per Session). For more info click ...

Art After Hours. The Courthouse, 4 Westgate YO7 1QS. Art After Hours is a membership-based open studio session, held every Thursday from 6pm to 8pm at Rural Arts. As a member of Art After Hours, you will have full access to the studio at Rural Arts and our equipment, subject to an induction, including the potter’s wheel, printing press, and other ...

Two Day Wooden Spoon Workshop. The Courthouse, 4 Westgate YO7 1QS. Using simple hand tools and traditional techniques, you will learn how to carve a wooden spoon from log to finished spoon. This workshop is a perfect introduction to green wood working. In this workshop, you will cover green woodworking fundamentals. For more information click ...

Positivity & Poetry Workshop. Rural Arts, The Courthouse, 4 Westgate YO7 1QS. This January, we’re offering a series of empowering workshops designed to nurture your wellbeing and support you through the darker months. Treat yourself to some much needed self care and join us for a workshop that will leave you feeling refreshed and ready to take ...

Ceramics and Handpan. Rural Arts The Courthouse, 4 Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QS. A relaxing afternoon of creativity with ceramicist Amy and musician Joe Jordon. Make beautiful candle holders while enjoying live handpan music. 1.30pm - 3.30pm. £30. For more information click ...

Drawing Club. Rural Arts, The Courthouse, YO7 1QS. Are you passionate about drawing or looking to get creative in a relaxed, friendly environment? The Drawing Club is the perfect place for you! We meet every Thursday from 6 pm to 8 pm at Rural Arts, offering an inspiring space where you can explore a variety of drawing techniques alongside like-minded ...

Organic Wreath Making. Rural Arts, The Courthouse, 4 Westgate YO7 1QS. Fed up with the throwaway culture of Christmas, where decorations and gifts are discarded just weeks later? This year, ditch the plastic and embrace a greener holiday. Make this Christmas not just merry, but truly sustainable. 10.30am - 12.30pm. £30. For more info click ...

A Taste of Art Portraiture Basics. The Courthouse, YO7 1QS. An informal 2-hour introduction to portraiture for absolute beginners will be conducted by Martha. She will strike a balance between hands-on practice and providing insightful guidance throughout the session. Martha firmly believes that making mistakes is an essential part of mastering techniques ...

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 ...