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Dive into the world of needle felting with our Robin & Holly workshop. Over two hours in this relaxing felting class, you will learn the art of transforming something as simple as wool into a stunning masterpiece. Don't worry if you've never tried felting before - this workshop is designed for beginners. Our experienced instructor Liddy will guide you through each step, ensuring that you feel confident and inspired. With her expert guidance, you'll learn how to fuse wool fibres into beautiful shapes and blend colours to create depth and texture. We provide all the materials plus blank card to mount your finished piece. We will provide tea, coffee and sweet treats but please feel free to bring along your own refreshments too if you prefer

Join Liddy as she gently guides you in this watercolour workshop to complete the delightful "Rabbit" What do I need? We try to keep the requirements very simple to ensure the sessions are as accessible as possible Watercolour paints - black, white and the primary colours Brushes - As a basic rule you will just need a range three or four different sized brushes, small, medium and large Brush examples (but not definitive) Flat Brush (1/2 inch or larger), Round Brush (No2 and No4 and No8) Pot of water Cloth (if you want to join us with acrylic paint, please feel free to, just mention it to Liddy before the class starts and she will be able to give you additional guidance) Tutor - Liddy graduated university in 2005 after gaining a BA Hons in Illustration. She completed her PGCE before embarking on a 10 year secondary school art teaching career in Bedfordshire and Buckinghamshire. She is currently undertaking a course in the History of Art. Liddy left teaching to start her own business Something Less Boring in 2017 to bring art and sport to a wider audience Liddy lives in Buckinghamshire delivering art and creative drawing workshops as well as relaxing Sip & Paint evenings. She also produces contemporary abstract art and papercut work, undertaking commissions too.

"In forty years of bird study, Tunnicliffe completed over 300 measured drawings. Although intended as reference material, Turnnicliffe's measured drawings are also works of art, their beauty and harmonious composition transcending their original utilitarian purpose." Google Books Sun 2nd Feb 7pm - Song Thrush with Apple In this gently guided session we'll try out some of the techniques that the great artists used to define their unique styles. We'll aim to replicate one of their classic works. We may choose a whole painting or a section to complete and you will enjoy an evening creating something similar to a great master! What do I need? We try to keep the requirements very simple to ensure the sessions are as accessible as possible ​ Materials: Acrylic paints, primary colours plus black and white Flat brush if available (even a small decorating brush) You'll also need a pot of water, a cloth and a smile!

Grab yourself a refreshing drink and join us in the marquee at the very lovely Brampton Halt country pub for a relaxing evening of creativity. Liddy will provide you with as much or as little guidance as you want, as you put brush to canvas in this very chilled workshop. 2025 Tues 19th August 8pm - Highland Cow SOLD OUT Tues 18th Nov 8pm - Into the Woods SOLD OUT 2026 Wed 11th March 8pm - Watercolour Wildflowers Thur 28th May 8pm - The Blue Dress Wed 29th July 8pm - Aperol Spritz Wed 30th Sept 8pm - Autumnal Stag The Brampton Halt, is located in the quaint village of Chapel Brampton. Set in the beautiful Northamptonshire countryside, the recently refurbished Brampton Halt really is the perfect place to relax and unwind. We're starting at 8pm to allow you the opportunity to grab a bite to eat before you dip your brush in the paint! Our pub/cafe art classes and workshops are an ideal way for beginners or improvers to enjoy an evening of creativity as well as learning a range of techniques in a warm welcoming environment You'll be guided through by our very friendly, and knowledgeable artist and tutor, Liddy. You are free to take as much guidance as you like, but we certainly won't restrict your creative flair By the end of the evening, you will have some new skills and your own piece of wall worthy art. Our events are recommended for anyone over the age of 14 . However, please advise in the booking notes us if you are booking for anyone under the age of 18 as each venue has different licensing rules. Please arrive around 10 minutes before the event begins Liddy is the creative force and main tutor with Something Less Boring. She is a qualified Illustrator and also a qualified teacher. Liddy taught art for over 10 years at secondary school level before leaving to found Something Less Boring in 2017 with the aim of bringing art and sport to all ages regardless of ability in a fun, creative and inclusive way. In her own words: "From as long as I can remember I have always dreamt about being an artist and illustrator. My passion has always been for art and I have always enjoyed being creative. Some of my fondest childhood memories are those spent with my siblings creating stories, drawing illustrations and making books. I guess it was from here that a profound love for all things creative was born and nurtured."

Join us for an evening's guided art at the fantastic Cod & Waffle Restaurant, we provide all the materials and all the guidance you might want, plus your first drink. Create your own piece of art at this gently guided art session, relax and enjoy the journey Wed 15th Jan 7.30pm - The Rubber Plant Wed 19th Feb 7.30pm - Wet & Windy Wed 19th March 7.30pm - The Highland Cow Wed 16th April 7.30pm - Sailing Wed 21st May 7.30pm - Giant Pandas Wed 18th June 7.30pm - Monet’s Cat Wed 16th July 7.30pm - Aperol Spritz Wed 20th Aug 7.30pm - The Blue Door Wed 17th Sept 7.30pm - The Wolf Wed 15th Oct 7.30pm - Silver Birch Woods Wed 12th Nov 7.30pm - November Stag Cod and Waffle also offer a fabulous Three Course Pre-Art Meal, for £22 (includes, starter, main and dessert waffle). Check out their menu here - www.facebook.com/codandwaffle Our pub/cafe art workshops are an ideal way for beginners or improvers to enjoy an evening of creativity aswell as learning a range of techniques in a warm welcoming environment You'll be guided through by our very friendly, and knowleadgeble art tutor, Liddy. You are free to take as much guidance as you like, but we certainly won't restrict your creative flair By the end of the evening, you will have some new skills and your own piece of wall worthy art. Please arrive around 10 minutes before the event begins Our events are recommended for anyone over the age of 14 . However, please advise in the booking notes us if you are booking for anyone under the age of 18 as each venue has different licensing rules. About your tutor: Liddy is the creative force and main tutor with Something Less Boring. She is a qualified Illustrator and also a qualified teacher. Liddy taught art for over 10 years at secondary school level before leaving to found Something Less Boring in 2017 with the aim of bringing art and sport to all ages regardless of ability in a fun, creative and inclusive way. Since April 2020 we estimate that Liddy has taught close to 500 online art sessions! In her own words: "From as long as I can remember I have always dreamt about being an artist and illustrator. My passion has always been for art and I have always enjoyed being creative. Some of my fondest childhood memories are those spent with my siblings creating stories, drawing illustrations and making books. I guess it was from here that a profound love for all things creative was born and nurtured."

Henri Rousseau is most well known for the jungle themes in which most of the pieces he created took place. Surprised!, is the first of these pieces, which was exhibited in the National Gallery, London, in 1891. Another piece, The Dream, was exhibited in MOMA, New York, in 1910. These are two prime examples of the creativity of the work he created, and his ability to work on a larger scale, with longevity, and with the attention to detail which he paid in his art forms (henrirousseau.net) In this gently guided session we'll try out some of the techniques that the great artists used to define their unique styles. We'll aim to replicate one of their classic works. We may choose a whole painting or a section to complete and you will enjoy an evening creating something similar to a great master! Sun 8th Feb 7pm - Landscape 1885-1886 What do I need? We try to keep the requirements very simple to ensure the sessions are as accessible as possible ​ Acrylic Sessions (such as Paint Like...): Acrylic Paint - Primary Colours plus black and white (we will guide for colour mixing) Brushes - As a basic rule you will just need a range three or four different sized brushes, small, medium and large Brush examples (but not definitive) Flat Brush (1/2 inch or larger), Round Brush (No2 and No4 and No8) Canvas or Canvas Board or Cardboard (prepared with white paint) in terms of size, the choice is yours, but as a guide A4 paper size or bigger ​ Watercolour: Watercolour set that includes primary colours with black and white A range of brushes as above Watercolour paper or a thicker paper (to absorb the paint) ​ For both: You'll need a pot of water, a cloth and a smile! Tutor - Liddy graduated from Derby University in 2005 after gaining a BA Hons Degree in Illustration. She completed her PGCE before embarking on a 10 year secondary school art teaching career in Bedfordshire and Buckinghmshire. She is currently undetaking a course in the History of Art. Liddy left teaching to start her own business Something Less Boring in 2017 to bring art and sport to a wider audience Liddy lives in Buckinghamshire delivering art and creative drawing workshops aswell as relaxing Sip & Paint evenings. She also produces contemporary abstract art and papercut work, undertaking commissions too.

Join Liddy to paint her lovely watercolour chickens from the comfort of your own home, Gently guided by Liddy, a canvas or primed cardboard (white acrylic) A4 approx or above, acrylic paints in primary colours plus black and white and a selection of brushes including a detail brush. Liddy is the creative force and main tutor with Something Less Boring. She is a qualified Illustrator and also a qualified teacher. Liddy taught art for over 10 years at secondary school level before leaving to found Something Less Boring in 2017 with the aim of bringing art and sport to all ages regardless of ability in a fun, creative and inclusive way. Since April 2020 we estimate that Liddy has taught close to 500 online art sessions In her own words: "From as long as I can remember I have always dreamt about being an artist and illustrator. My passion has always been for art and I have always enjoyed being creative. Some of my fondest childhood memories are those spent with my siblings creating stories, drawing illustrations and making books. I guess it was from here that a profound love for all things creative was born and nurtured."

Oscar-Claude Monet was a French painter, a founder of French Impressionist painting and the most consistent and prolific practitioner of the movement's philosophy of expressing perceptions before nature, especially as applied to plein air landscape painting In this gently guided session we'll try out some of the techniques that the great artists used to define their unique styles. We'll aim to replicate one of their classic works. We may choose a whole painting or a section to complete and you will enjoy an evening creating something similar to a great master! Mon 30th December 7pm - The Magpie Sat 1st February 3pm - Londres, le Parlement What do I need? We try to keep the requirements very simple to ensure the sessions are as accessible as possible ​ Acrylic Sessions (such as Paint Like...): Acrylic Paint - Primary Colours plus black and white (we will guide for colour mixing) Brushes - As a basic rule you will just need a range three or four different sized brushes, small, medium and large Brush examples (but not definitive) Flat Brush (1/2 inch or larger), Round Brush (No2 and No4 and No8) Canvas or Canvas Board or Cardboard (prepared with white paint) in terms of size, the choice is yours, but as a guide A4 paper size or bigger ​ Watercolour: Watercolour set that includes primary colours with black and white A range of brushes as above Watercolour paper or a thicker paper (to absorb the paint) ​ For both: You'll need a pot of water, a cloth and a smile! Tutor - Liddy graduated from Derby University in 2005 after gaining a BA Hons Degree in Illustration. She completed her PGCE before embarking on a 10 year secondary school art teaching career in Bedfordshire and Buckinghamshire. She is currently undertaking a course in the History of Art. Liddy left teaching to start her own business Something Less Boring in 2017 to bring art and sport to a wider audience Liddy lives in Buckinghamshire delivering art and creative drawing workshops as well as relaxing Sip & Paint evenings. She also produces contemporary abstract art and papercut work, undertaking commissions too.

Paint the inquisitive Badger in acrylic with Liddy Come join us on our guided art session from the comfort of your own home. When you book you will receive a link to a Zoom video conference, click on this about 10 minutes before the session is due to start. For this acrylic painting , primary colours plus black and white, a canvas, canvas board or cardboard primed with white acrylic paint

A friendly, seasonal guided art session at The White Hart, Sherington. Followed by a delicious Christmas lunch from the White Hart Kitchen. Course Tutor - Liddy graduated from Derby University in 2005 after gaining a BA Hons Degree in Illustration. She completed her PGCE before embarking on a 10 year secondary school art teaching career in Bedfordshire and Buckinghamshire. She is currently undertaking a course in the History of Art. Liddy left teaching to start her own business Something Less Boring in 2017 to bring art and sport to a wider audience Liddy lives in Buckinghamshire delivering art and creative drawing workshops as well as relaxing Sip & Paint evenings. She also produces contemporary abstract art and papercut work, undertaking commissions too.

Helen Beatrix Heelis, usually known as Beatrix Potter, was an English writer, illustrator, natural scientist, and conservationist. She is best known for her children's books featuring animals, such as The Tale of Peter Rabbit, which was her first commercially published work in 1902. Mon 25th Aug 7.30pm - Squirrel Nutkin Mon 22nd Dec 7.30pm - Rabbits Sledging Mon 26th Jan 7.30pm - Peter Rabbit In this gently guided session we'll try out some of the techniques that the great artists used to define their unique styles. We'll aim to replicate one of their classic works. We may choose a whole painting or a section to complete and you will enjoy an evening creating something similar to a great master! What do I need? We try to keep the requirements very simple to ensure the sessions are as accessible as possible ​ We will be using watercolour to create Peter Rabbit, you'll need: Watercolour set that includes primary colours with black and white A range of brushes as above Watercolour paper or a thicker paper (to absorb the paint) ​ For both: You'll need a pot of water, a cloth and a smile!

A Two Hour One to One Art Session with one of our tutors Choose from our range of subjects, techniques or styles...or suggest something yourself and we'll try our hardest to accommodate Liddy - Watercolour, Acrylic, Pencils, Drawing, Chalk Pastel, Oil Pastel, Dry Point Etching, Silk Screen Printing Nicole - Watercolour To enquire email us on info@somethinglessboring.co.uk