Current Events & Workshops
We ask that all people complete a flow test before classes and workshops, if they have any symtoms which could be Covid related; and to please not attend the building if they do test positive. Thank you.
Book and Supper Club
A monthly book digested over supper. This is for Studio and Associate Members only, but we will publish our reading list incase you want to read along with us.
Wallingford Textile Hub
Do you have an interest in embroidery, knitting, crochet, weaving or just everything about textiles? Join our monthly gathering to meet with like-minded textile lovers, learn new skills or share the knowledge you have with others.
Creative Evening Workshops
Unleash your creativity with Aneta Pochatko, whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist, we want to provide a space for you to unwind and exprore your creative side.
Draw the Notan Way
The Winter Cake and Coffee Sketchbook Club. Draw the Notan Way with Artist Lin Kerr. Notan is a Japanese concept and means the pattern of lights and darks.
Weekly Painting and Drawing Class (Autumn Term)
A sociable, relaxed and informal group class suitable for improvers and artists looking for a weekly boost of creativity and to further develop their painting and drawing confidence, style and expression.
Beginners Painting and Drawing Class (Spring Term)
Aimed a building expression, skills and confidence for beginners, and those who may be nervous or are returning to art as a hobby after a long break. A sociable, relaxed and informal group class with a maximum class size of 8.
Life Drawing with Optional Tuition
Ayres House Studios opens the ‘Life Room’ providing optional tuition, a model, easels and boards on select dates throughout the year. Suitable for students and those wanting to experence life drawing with tutor support as well as experienced artists who may like to work without assistance.
Free 'Drop In' Play with Clay
Free drop in ‘Play with Clay’ session with Philippa Macarthur and Liz Gordon. Suitable for all ages and families. No need to book, just wear your messy clothes. This event is part of our Winter Exhibition in The Gallery at Ayres House Studios.
Free Creative 'Drop in' with Aneta Pochatko
Join us for a creative workshop during our winter exhibition!
Explore fresh ways to create, experiment with new materials, discover innovative techniques, and get a glimpse of what our workshops have to offer.
Join us for free to create! 1:30-4:30 PM
Watercolour Demo with Lin Kerr
Watch Artist Lin Kerr as she demonstrates how she paints using watercolours. This event is part of the Winter Exhibition at The Gallery at Ayres House Studios. https://www.ayreshousestudios.co.uk/exhibitions
Winter Art Exhibition
An exhibition of selected works created by studio, associate and local artists and makers. The Studios Seasonal Gallery will be open for Christmas Shopping, for art, hand crafted items, unique gifts, homeware and decorations.
Christmas Porcelain Painting & Decoration Workshop with Laura Murphy Ceramics
Join us for a festive workshop led by Laura Murphy in collaboration with Aneta Pochatko, where you'll explore the art of reverse painting on porcelain and create your very own Christmas plaque!
Life Drawing (3 Hour Saturday Session with optional tuition)
Ayres House Studios opens the ‘Life Room’ providing optional tuition, a model, easels and boards on select dates throughout the year. Suitable for students and those wanting to experence life drawing with tutor support as well as experienced artists who may like to work without assistance.
Yoga for Artists with Lucy Tyler
Yoga for Ayres House Residents, Associates and Local Artists. Suitable for all levels from complete beginners through to experienced yogis.
Basic Teaching Skills for Arts and Crafts Practitioners
A 2 day group workshop designed for Artists and Makers who want to gain confidence and knowledge in how to run workshops, support learners and share effectivly.
‘Sketching Agatha' 1 hour outdoor sketching lesson
Join in the ‘Agatha Christie Murder Mystery Weekend’ celebrations. Join artist Emma Souter for 1 hours tuition sketching the statue of Agatha Christie, ‘plein air’ at the Kinecroft in Wallingford.
Free 'Drop in' Clay Play with Philippa and Liz
Clay Play Sunday 1.30 - 4.30 - Come and feel clay in your hands, led by Philippa Macarthur & Liz Gordon (Free)
'Drop in' Tote Bag Painting Workshop with Lisa Clark
Paint your own canvas tote bag with ready-mixed paint, led by Lisa Clark (Fees apply). Designed for Children aged 5-14 year olds. Come dressed for mess.
Bunkfest Fringe ‘Drop in’ Collaborative Community Quilt Making
Come and join us at Ayres House Studios and participate in a Free collaborative ‘Kawandi’ inspired community quilt. Drop in workshop led by associate studio artist, Helen Cauvy Foster.
Face Painting for Bunkfest Fringe
Face Painting Saturday & Sunday 10.30 - 4.30 - Fun and colourful face painting by Aneta Pochatko (Fees apply)
Bunkfest Fringe ‘Drop in’ Watercolour Demo with Lin Kerr
Learn how artist Lin Kerr creates floral watercolour paintings as part of the Bunkfest Fringe and the ‘Associations’ Art Exhibition at Ayres House Studios.
'Associations' Art Exhibition
Ayres House Associate artists invite you to their annual group exhibition showcasing contemporary crafts and artwork from a diverse group of creatives.
‘Room to Grow’
‘Room to Grow’ is an exhibition of works by artists on Adumbration Arts Weekly Painting and Drawing Class. Informally hung sketches, prints and works on paper and canvas will be displayed in the Gallery at Ayres House Studios; the room where much of the work has been created. This is a chance for the artists to celebrate their accomplishments and share their art with friends, family and the public.
Make your own lampshade with Aimee Alice Payton
Looking for the perfect lampshade? Why not make your own? With lots of stunning fabric to select from you will create a beautiful shade to your own design. Aimée Alice Payton shares her tips and tricks for a professional finish to your gorgeous shade.
ART OF CHANGE - Great Big Green Art Exhibition
An exhibition which shares an appreciation of nature and shares how artists and makers processes are influenced by change. Closed Tues /Weds.
Outdoor Acrylic Painting for Kids age 7-14yrs
This exciting event run by Lisa Clark of ‘The Art Shed’ will be housed under a gazebo and everyone will have their own easel, canvas and acrylic paints are provided.
Open Studios 2024
Visit our artists and explore the studios, gallery and garden during our Open Studios, and as part of Oxfordshire Artweeks this May. Closed Tues /Weds.
Kids Art Club with Lisa Clark
The 4th of 4 Monthly (2 hour) Art Workshops for Spring Term 2024, designed for children aged 8-14 years old and delivered by Lisa Clark of ‘The Art Shed’ Session 4: Exploring techniques in watercolours. The children will experiment with crayon, salt and surgical spirit to create texture to form a basis for a coral reef inspired painting.
‘Free-Writing’ Workshop
A short, relaxed and informal workshop which will show you a great method to prevent you from getting in the way of your words.
Kids Art Club with Lisa Clark
The 3rd of 4 Monthly (2 hour) Art Workshops for Spring Term 2024. Designed for children aged 8-14 years old and delivered by Lisa Clark of ‘The Art Shed’. Session 3: Clay model making and painting. The children will be designing and creating their own clay animals or creatures and their environments.
Kids Art Club with Lisa Clark
The 2nd of 4 Monthly (2 hour) Art Workshops for Spring Term 2024. Designed for children aged 8-14 years old and delivered by Art Tutor Lisa Clark of ‘The Art Shed’. Session 2: Exploring oil pastels and texture making. This workshop will involve the children exploring oil pastels and creating textures on black paper.
Mosaic Heart Workshop with Emily Cooling
Create a beautiful hanging heart mosaic from vintage crockery glass, tiles and beads. This 3 hour mosaic workshop is perfect for the complete beginner as well as for those wishing to indulge in a bit of creative ‘me time’. Learn how to use cutting tools, fix and grout.
Kids Art Club with Lisa Clark
The 1st of 4 Monthly (2 hour) Art Workshops for Spring Term 2024. Designed for children aged 8-14 years old and delivered by Lisa Clark of ‘The Art Shed’. Session 1: Exploring acrylic painting on canvas. This workshop will involve the children painting their own artworks that represent themselves and who they are.
Weekly Painting and Drawing Class (Spring Term)
A sociable, relaxed and informal group class suitable for beginners and improvers. Maximum class size of 8. Covering traditional painting and drawing materials and techniques. Subjects include life drawing, still life, abstraction, landscape, portraiture and animals.
Christmas Market
Take in the festive cheer at Wallingfords Christmas Market. Browse high quality, handmade, non imported products. Look for unique Christmas gifts and support your local producers, artists and makers.
'Drop In' Seasonal Printmaking Workshop
Give printmaking a try with studio artists Laura Hodgson and Nichola Nixon. Create your own seasonal prints for cards and lables. A great activity for all the family.
Make your own lampshade with Aimee Alice Payton
Looking for the perfect lampshade? Why not make your own? With lots of stunning fabric to select from you will create a beautiful shade to your own design. Aimée Alice Payton shares her tips and tricks for a professional finish to your gorgeous shade.
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