Painting Landscapes with Acrylics
Saturday 22 February
Willis Rd - 10am - 2 Hours
Fakiha Khan
Explore the beauty of nature through acrylic painting! Join our engaging art class on Painting Landscapes with Acrylics and discover the techniques to capture scenic vistas on canvas. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned artist, this class offers step-by-step guidance to create stunning landscapes. Learn color mixing, brush techniques, and composition to bring your landscapes to life. Unleash your creativity in a supportive and inspiring environment. Enroll today and start painting your favorite landscapes with confidence!
Architecture Drawing and Painting
Saturday 15 March
Above Bar St. - 10am - 2 Hours
Fakiha Khan
In this session, we will learn architectural drawing and painting with the study of perspective and it's types.
Painting with Watercolors Meetup
Saturday 05 April
Gunwharf Quays - 10am - 2 Hours
Fakiha Khan
Unlock the captivating realm of artistic expression with our Painting with Watercolors class. Immerse yourself in the fluidity and transparency of watercolor paints, allowing your creativity to flow freely onto paper. This class is an invitation to explore the unique qualities of watercolors, from delicate washes to bold strokes, as you learn essential techniques and unleash your imagination. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned artist, our experienced instructor will guide you through the mesmerizing world of watercolor painting, fostering a supportive environment for growth and self-expression. Join us for a transformative journey where you can cultivate your skills, discover the joy of painting, and create stunning, evocative artworks with the timeless beauty of watercolors.
Pastel Painting Meetup Oil or Dry Pastel Medium
Saturday 26 April
Southsea - 10am - 2 Hours
Fakiha Khan
Unleash your creativity at our Pastel Painting Meetup, where you'll explore pastel colours in an open medium setting. This event welcomes artists of all levels to experiment with oil and dry pastels and create stunning artworks. Join us for an engaging session filled with inspiration, guidance, and the joy of pastel painting.Note Bring your supplies. Materials are not provided.
Life Sketching
Saturday 17 May
Commercial Road, Portsmouth City Center - 10am - 2 Hours
Fakiha Khan
Life sketching, with a focus on quick sketching, is a dynamic and essential art session that centers on capturing the essence of a subject in rapid strokes. Participants learn to observe and interpret the world around them with speed and spontaneity. Through live models or dynamic scenes, artists train their eyes and hands to work in harmony, translating the fluidity of life onto paper.This session encourages artists to embrace imperfections, emphasizing gesture, movement, and emotion over intricate details.Quick sketching not only improves artistic skills but also sharpens one's ability to perceive and respond to the world, making it a vital exercise for any aspiring artist.
Seascape Painting with Acrylic
Saturday 14 June
Old Portsmouth - 10am - 2 Hours
Fakiha Khan
Immerse yourself in the art of seascape painting with acrylics, capturing the beauty of waves and horizons. This meetup welcomes all skill levels to explore techniques, colors, and creativity inspired by the ocean.
Painting Landscapes with Acrylics
Saturday 12 July
Willis Rd - 10am - 2 Hours
Fakiha Khan
Explore the beauty of nature through acrylic painting! Join our engaging art class on Painting Landscapes with Acrylics and discover the techniques to capture scenic vistas on canvas. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned artist, this class offers step-by-step guidance to create stunning landscapes. Learn color mixing, brush techniques, and composition to bring your landscapes to life. Unleash your creativity in a supportive and inspiring environment. Enroll today and start painting your favorite landscapes with confidence!
Using Composition for Impact Photography Meetup
Saturday 22 February
Broad St, Old Portsmouth - 10am - 2 Hours
Jon Mainwaring
Composition in Photography is how a photographer arranges visual elements within the frame.
In this course, we will discuss five, seven, and even ten, rules that will enhance your photography.
1) Rule of thirds
2) Shapes
3) Negative Space- Positive
4) Line
5) Symmetry and patterns
6) Points
7) Color
8) Tone
9) Distance
10) Balance
As a photographer, beginner, intermediate, or professional. Please join me so we can with together to improve your ability to see the scene you wish to photograph.
Beginners Photography Class
Sunday 23 February
Southsea, Portsmouth - 10am - 3 Hours
Jon Mainwaring
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance! Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
Beginners Photography Class
Saturday 08 March
Southsea, Portsmouth - 10am - 3 Hours
Jon Mainwaring
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance! Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
Capturing Time: Photography in Historic Settings
Saturday 15 March
Fort Nelson - 10am - 2 Hours
Jon Mainwaring
In this meetup we'll capture the history and atmosphere of this unique historic location. We'll explore striking compositions featuring cannons, historic weapons, and rugged architectural details. Under Jon's guidance, you'll learn black-and-white photography skills and refine your documentary-style techniques, creating compelling visual narratives that echo the past.
Beginners Photography Class
Saturday 12 April
Southsea, Portsmouth - 10am - 3 Hours
Jon Mainwaring
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance! Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
Capturing the Beauty of Nature Meetup
Saturday 26 April
Stansted Park - 10am - 2 Hours
Jon Mainwaring
In this meetup we'll use a range of techniques to capture nature at the beautiful setting of Stansted Park. The colours of spring will provide a stunning backdrop for landscape, nature and even macro photography. The season permitting, I'l lead the group to a secluded area with a carpet of stunning bluebells.
The Art of Pride: Street Photography in Motion
Saturday 07 June
Southsea, Portsmouth - 12pm - 2 Hours
Jon Mainwaring
Portsmouth is host to this fantastic event again in 2025. A parade led by drummers starts at 11.30 along the Seafront so we can capture the party atmosphere and follow along to Castle Field where the main event takes place. The costumes, flags, and decorations will provide a colourful palette and the relaxed and inclusive atmosphere will allow us to capture genuine moments of connection and emotion. With its dynamic energy and diverse stories, a Pride march offers endless opportunities for creative and impactful street photography.