This course is ideal for anyone with a developing creative practice in any area. We will cover a range of subjects that will support your development as a creative, including research idea development and meaningful reflection. As well as weekly classrooms sessions you will also get 1hr one on one tutorial with a specialist in your area and a dedicated yearly exhibition. You may also want to take 1 or more of the promoting creative practice courses to support your development.

During this 2-half day course you will learn how to effectively photograph 2D artwork using appropriate lighting. The following week we will look at how to best display and transport your work including options for framing and mounting work. You will have the opportunity to window mount at least one piece of work and receive information about many other options

During this 2-half day course you will learn how to effectively photograph 3D artwork using appropriate lighting. The following week we will look at how to best display and transport your work including options for box frames, plinths and packing. You will have the opportunity to create at least one card bespoke display block or mount and receive information about many other options

If you have a developing creative practice but are unsure of the next step this 2-day course could be for you We will cover how to find and enter competitions and exhibitions with your artwork, plus finding and applying for grants and bursaries. We will look at how to present your work online and how to write an artists statement, The second day will be a guide on how to create a basic artists website using Wix

Ever been told you could sell your artwork, but no idea where to start During this 2-day course we will explore how to turn your art work into a product (including options for having images printed on to items) and how to get your artwork on etsy and making the most of the platform. The second day will be a guide on how to create a basic artists website using Wix. A great opportunity to start making your hobby pay for itself, or more!

During this 2-half day course you will learn options for using Instagram and twitter to promote your practice. Including how to increase followers and make the most of social media exposure. On the second day we will explore the potential of blogging and how this can also promote your creative practice online.