Workshops

Explore the range of workshops offered by our artists. Try your hand at learning a new skill by taking part in a workshop offered by Kent and Sussex based SEOS artists.

The events below are listed in date order.


Ongoing workshops

Fused glass workshops

24 February to 20 December 2026
Submitted by Lucy Prescott

Come and explore a full day or half a day of making a fused glass piece with friends or work colleagues. A relaxed garden studio in the heart of kent near Tonbridge . Perfect for beginners or anyone. . .

Expressive Drawing Course

12 June to 10 July 2026
Submitted by Marigold Plunkett

This five week course takes an exploratory approach to drawing, encouraging experimentation and the development of your visual language. Through playful, but structured exercises-both observational. . .

Upcoming workshops

One-Day Memory Box & Assemblage Art Workshop

26 June
Submitted by Pippa Ryan

Discover the joy of turning your treasured keepsakes into a beautiful bespoke Memory Box artwork in my one-day Memory Box workshop in Hastings, East Sussex. Whether your objects are joyful, nostalgic,. . .

Alcohol Ink Painting

27 June
Submitted by Valeriia Kostina

In this 2 hour workshop you will be introduced to alcohol ink techniques. You will explore, experiment and play with blending colours and mark making.
This workshop is fun and relaxed, and suitable. . .

Eco-Print on Silk Scarf

8 July

Join us for a relaxing and hands-on evening workshop where you’ll discover the beauty of Eco printing — a natural dyeing process that uses the colours and shapes from botanicals to create unique,. . .

Pattern Cutting: Bodice & Sleeve Foundations

11 July
Submitted by Valeriia Kostina

During this workshop, you will create a basic bodice block and sleeve block, learn how they fit together and see how a few simple pattern changes can create completely different styles of tops. You’ll. . .

Creative Journey Course: Explore the World of Alcohol Ink Art

15 July to 16 July 2026
Submitted by Valeriia Kostina

This course is a celebration of experimentation designed for beginners and experienced artists alike. Explore the vibrant, fluid world of alcohol inks, where creativity has no limits. Push your. . .

Art and Wellbeing Mini Retreat/Greetings Card

18 July to 18 July 2026
Submitted by Cheryl Cunningham

I would love you to join me on an art and wellbeing mini retreat. Bringing together 23 years of aftercare advice from my therapy work, with a fun and joyful art project.
You are invited to my home and. . .

Creative Journey: Explore the World of Alcohol Ink Art

19 July to 9 August 2026
Submitted by Valeriia Kostina

Discover new ways to express yourself and bring your artistic ideas to life in this fun, hands-on ink art journey!
This course is a celebration of experimentation designed for beginners and. . .

Dive into Colour

25 July to 26 July 2026
Submitted by Richard Heys

Join me in my studio in Forest Row, East Sussex for an introduction to abstract painting & colour. I’ll demonstrate some contemporary painting techniques followed by a chance for you to try out. . .

Understanding Skirt Pattern Cutting

1 August
Submitted by Valeriia Kostina

During this workshop, you will create a basic skirt block and learn how a few simple pattern changes can create completely different skirt styles. You will also learn how the block can be adjusted to. . .

Art and Wellbeing Mini Retreat/Concertina Sketchbook

22 August to 22 August 2026
Submitted by Cheryl Cunningham

I would love you to join me on an art and wellbeing mini retreat. Bringing together 23 years of aftercare advice from my therapy work, with a fun and joyful art project.
You are invited to my home and. . .

Alcohol Ink Painting

22 August
Submitted by Valeriia Kostina

In this 2 hour workshop you will be introduced to alcohol ink techniques. You will explore, experiment and play with blending colours and mark making.
This workshop is fun and relaxed, and suitable. . .

Summer Painting Retreat

24 August to 26 August 2026
Submitted by Richard Heys

Catching the Spirit: Shaping the Fleeting Moment by exploring accident and intention
Join me for these three days to step out of everyday life and into the immersive, colourful world of the studio.. . .

Create Your Own Dress Pattern

30 August
Submitted by Valeriia Kostina

Learn how to create your own dress block and turn it into different dress styles with confidence.
This one-day workshop is designed for beginners and creatives who want to understand the foundations. . .

Two Day Memory Box Assemblage Art Workshop

22 September to 23 September 2026
Submitted by Pippa Ryan

Take your creative skills to the next level in my two-day Memory Box & Assemblage Art Workshop in Hastings, East Sussex. Over two immersive days, you’ll transform your treasured keepsakes into a. . .