Develop your creative voice through abstract painting and gain confidence in using materials, ideas and experimental techniques. This beginner-friendly course introduces both the practical and conceptual approaches to abstraction, helping you understand how artists create expressive work beyond representation. Through hands-on making, discussion and guided exercises, you will explore traditional and contemporary approaches to abstract art. You will build skills, experiment with materials and develop your own ideas at your own pace in a supportive studio environment at WM College in Camden.

Suitable for intermediate and advanced makers, this course combines conceptual and theoretical approaches to abstract art in conjunction with practical making. It will cover approaches to abstract art through exploring materials, methods and techniques for creating imagery. We will delve into both traditional and more contemporary understandings of abstraction through open discussion and making. Optional termly projects will be provided and you will be supported through development of your own ideas.

This course is ideal for committed ceramics practitioners who wish to push their work in new and ambitious directions. Drawing on global ceramic traditions, you will explore hand-building, modelling, wheel throwing and slip casting, combining techniques in innovative ways. You can choose to experiment with specialist clays, slips, oxides and underglazes to develop rich surface decoration. With a focus on independent research and personal projects, you will receive one-to-one guidance to help shape your ideas and develop your knowledge. In a supportive studio environment, you’ll build confidence, advance technical skills and create distinctive work that reflects your individual artistic ambitions.

This course introduces learners to the rich visual language of Bengali art, exploring themes of mythology, flora, and life as inspiration for ceramic tile design. Through guided research and design development, you will generate ideas from reference material, sketch concepts, and create both repeating patterns and narrative compositions. You will learn essential tile-making techniques, including preparing and shaping clay, as well as achieving consistent, well-finished forms. The course also focuses on surface design, using carving, incising, and relief methods to build layered imagery and texture across individual and multiple tiles. Drawing on cultural motifs and symbolism, you will interpret mythological stories, stylise natural forms, and represent daily life through decorative imagery. Colour and surface treatment are explored through the application of slips and underglazes inspired by traditional palettes, alongside an understanding of how these elements transform through the firing process.

This beginner-friendly course introduces the fundamentals of botanical drawing and painting, helping you build confidence in observing and recording plant forms. Through guided studio sessions, demonstrations, and practical exercises, you will learn how to draw accurately, explore line, tone, and simple composition, and begin working with materials such as graphite and watercolour. Focusing on close observation of natural forms, the course encourages you to slow down and enjoy the process of looking and making, while developing essential skills and techniques to create your own botanical studies.

This course is designed for learners with some prior experience in drawing or painting who wish to deepen their botanical practice and develop a confident, refined visual language. Through guided sessions, demonstrations, and individual feedback, you will explore both traditional and contemporary approaches to botanical art, focusing on observation, precision, and expressive mark-making. Rooted in close study of natural forms, the course encourages you to look carefully and translate the complexity of plants into resolved artworks. Whether your interest lies in scientific accuracy, decorative composition, or personal expression, you will strengthen your technical skills while developing your own creative style.

Build confidence and practical skills through hands-on making while exploring your own artistic interests. With tailored one-to-one support, you can develop independent projects or respond to optional tutor-led briefs. Learn key ceramic techniques, including hand-building and wheel-throwing, to create functional, decorative, or sculptural work. You’ll experiment with samples and test pieces to refine your ideas and surfaces. The course offers a flexible, supportive structure and introduces professional practice, contemporary ceramics, and global traditions, helping you develop both technical ability and a personal creative voice.

On this course you will explore the possibilities of air?dry clay through botanical themes. You will learn how to handle, shape and decorate air?dry clay while developing an understanding of its properties and safe studio practice. With guidance from your tutor, you will experiment with colour, texture and form to create your own botanical inspired piece. Both set projects and personal project options will be available.

Develop your creative practice through contemporary relief printmaking, combining traditional techniques with modern artistic approaches. This course introduces methods such as lino cutting and block printing, helping you create original prints with confidence . You will explore design, carving and inking techniques while experimenting with composition and personal style. Teaching is practical and supportive, encouraging creative exploration at your own pace. Ideal for beginners or those with some experience, this course supports personal creative development at WM College in Camden, London.