Saturdays, 10am to 12pm or Monday Evenings, 7.30pm – 9pm
How many times have you said it? “I can’t draw.” Not a straight line. Not a stick figure. Not anything that looks like it’s ‘meant’ to.
At Arty Farty, we believe that’s simply not true. I Can’t Draw is a welcoming, no-pressure workshop designed to gently show you that drawing is a skill – one you can absolutely learn.
Over the course of these relaxed Saturday morning sessions, you’ll discover how to see like an artist and build confidence through fun, accessible techniques. You’ll learn how to break down complex images into simple shapes, explore line, shading, proportion, and gesture – and most importantly, how to enjoy the process without fear or judgement.
We’ll guide you through a variety of approaches – from observational sketching to expressive mark-making – and help you find your own way of drawing. You’ll also gain an introduction to various art styles, from realistic, representative and abstract and the quiet magic of really looking.
This isn’t about perfection. It’s about showing up with curiosity, surprising yourself, and discovering that you can draw – you just haven’t been shown how. Yet.
Come as you are. Leave with new skills, confidence, and a sketchbook full of possibilities.
Winter 2026 Dates:
Saturdays, 10am to 12pm
£28 per workshop, per person
17th January
24th January – no session!
31st January
7th February
14th February
Half term break
28th February
7th March
14th March
21st March
28th March
To book the winter workshops please book here via Eventbrite.
Spring 2026 Dates:
Monday Evenings, 7.30pm – 9pm
£243.39 for a full term block (including Eventbrite booking fees)
11th May
18th May
Half Term Break
1st June
8th June
15th June
22nd June
29th June
6th July
Book the Spring term block on Eventbrite here.
(Please note, if you wish to book after the term has already started, please get in touch by emailing nell@artyfartyretreat.co.uk)
Please see more information on the people behind Arty Farty Retreat, and our refund policy.