How to book
Please scroll down to the calendar, click on the creative session or workshop you would like to attend and complete the booking form.
Payment can be made by Bank Transfer or PayPal. Please ensure you click the correct payment type before you enter your name & email address. The selected payment type will have a red border as shown below.
If you have a voucher please ensure you bring the voucher number on the day of the course. Any outstanding balance will be due on the day.
After completing the booking process you will receive a confirmation email & receipt. If this does not arrive please contact us.
Contact us via info@myartshack.co.uk or phone 07751 362171 if you experience a problem when making a booking.
Cancellation Policy
Due to limited availability, we are only able to offer refunds if we are able to re-sell your place. If you are unable to attend please contact us via info@myartshack.co.uk or phone 07751 362171 as soon as possible.
Calendar
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| 1st August 2022 | 2nd August 2022 | 3rd August 2022 | 4th August 2022 | 5th August 2022 | 6th August 2022 | 7th August 2022 |
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11th August 2022
10:00 am: Learn how to crochet facial features and create a portrait in wool with Roslyn Hill10:00 am: Learn how to crochet facial features and create a portrait in wool with Roslyn Hill11th August 2022 – 
Artshack Shrewsbury Berwick Wharf Shrewsbury, Shropshire SY4 4TL 07751 362171 Roz is a retired teacher, has a passion for teaching crochet and for several years she has been developing ways of making this easy and enjoyable. Roz rarely uses patterns, instead teaching experimental methods including freestyle and freeform crochet. Cost £20 All materials provided. Refreshments are also included Free parking. |
12th August 2022 |
13th August 2022
10:00 am: Abstract or Figurative?10:00 am: Abstract or Figurative?13th August 2022 – 
Artshack Shrewsbury Berwick Wharf Shrewsbury, Shropshire SY4 4TL 07751 362171 Creative Freehand Machine Embroidery Workshop with Maggie Allmark and Dr Jack Roberts Join Textile artists Dr. Jack Roberts and Maggie Allmark on this day long workshop and learn how to draw with your sewing machine. You will be shown the basic techniques of freehand machine embroidery such as mark making and infilling, and then will develop your own work in abstract or figurative approaches. This workshop is suitable for complete beginners or anyone wanting to develop their practice. Dr. Jack Roberts is a highly acclaimed textile artist and uses his sewing machine to create abstract work. Known as jpr_ stitch on Instagram, Jack has thousands of followers and sells his work internationally. Maggie Allmark has exhibited her own figurative machine embroideries across the country and sells in galleries and exhibitions. We usually require you to bring your own sewing machine with the ability to drop the feed dog. However, if you need to borrow a machine please get in touch. Cost £65 to include free parking and refreshments. Please bring your own lunch. |
14th August 2022 |
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18th August 2022
10:00 am: Introduction to painting Still Life in Oils with artist Jacob Gourley10:00 am: Introduction to painting Still Life in Oils with artist Jacob Gourley18th August 2022 – 
Artshack Shrewsbury Berwick Wharf Shrewsbury, Shropshire SY4 4TL 07751 362171 This all day workshop will offer an introduction into oil painting, in which you will learn the fundamentals of how to paint a simple still life set up directly from life. In this class you will learn about:
All abilities welcome but largely aimed at beginner to intermediate artists. Health warning: use of solvents A basic selection of materials will be provided but please bring your own acrylic primed paper or canvas paper, brushes and paints if you can. Jacob Gourley is a 27 year old professional artist who specialises in representational oil painting and large scale mural work. To date he has exhibited in a number of group and solo shows, and was awarded 1st prize in The Wirral Society of Arts Open Exhibition 2019 for his painting ‘82- St John’s to Toxteth’. During his Fine Art studies at the University of Gloucestershire, Jacob received a scholarship to study at the British School in Rome in 2016. In addition to this, from 2015 to 2018, Jacob worked for a month each summer in Verrochio Art Centre in Tuscany. During his visits, he attended demonstrations and artist talks from a number of visiting professional artists. Naturally, at this time, he became enamoured with plein air painting, which to date still forms a key component in his practice. Today his largely oil based practice covers a broad territory, including portraiture/figure, landscape, and still life. More of Jacob's work can be seen at https://www.jacobgourley.com/ Cost £65 to include refreshments throughout the day Free parking Please bring your own lunch |
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26th August 2022
10:00 am: Hammered silver band ring workshop for teenagers with Amy Smith10:00 am: Hammered silver band ring workshop for teenagers with Amy Smith26th August 2022 – 
Artshack Shrewsbury Berwick Wharf Shrewsbury, Shropshire SY4 4TL 07751 362171 Looking for a summer activity for your teen? This hands on creative workshop covers the basics skills needed to create a hammered silver band for your child to make themselves and Skills include- Choose between a circular band or wishbone. A good level of dexterity and listening skills needed for safety when using tools. Bring a snack if you wish. Free Parking Price £50.00 Booking Cut Off Date. Please note you must book this event at least 4 days before the scheduled date so the artist can prepare materials. About Amy Amy Smith achieved a 1st class honours in a degree in Jewellery and Silversmithing at The Jewellery School in Birmingham in 2007, and went on to sell and exhibit a unique silver jewellery range at various prestigious shows and galleries in the UK, Germany and USA. She worked as a self employed jeweller for a number of years before going travelling and then returning to Shrewsbury and welcoming her daughter into the world. Since then Amy has combined making more wearable and accessible pieces of silver jewellery with teaching workshops in both jewellery and other crafts.
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27th August 2022
10:00 am: Rustic Silver Ring Workshop with Amy Smith10:00 am: Rustic Silver Ring Workshop with Amy Smith27th August 2022 – 
Artshack Shrewsbury Berwick Wharf Shrewsbury, Shropshire SY4 4TL 07871 804208 A great class for beginners and those wanting to try something new! This silver ring making class is a perfect taster session in silversmithing where you will learn to make a silver band from scratch adding texture inspired by nature, you can choice to make a stacking ring with 2 finer bands or a single slightly thicker band and add a bobble on top if you wish! We will cover techniques including ring sizing, saw piercing, annealing, soldering and finishing using a range of tools. You will leave with a finished silver band of an organic style of your very own. About Amy Amy Smith achieved a 1st class honours in a degree in Jewellery and Silversmithing at The Jewellery School in Birmingham in 2007, and went on to sell and exhibit a unique silver jewellery range at various prestigious shows and galleries in the UK, Germany and USA. She worked as a self employed jeweller for a number of years before going travelling and then returning to Shrewsbury and welcoming her daughter into the world. Since then Amy has combined making more wearable and accessible pieces of silver jewellery with teaching workshops in both jewellery and other crafts. Cost £70 All materials provided. Refreshments are also included Free parking. |
28th August 2022 |
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