Summer Light: Aberdeen Beach in Watercolour
Sunday 14 June
Aberdeen Beach Promenade - 10:30am - 2.0 Hours
Anastasiia Zyrianova
A relaxed coastal-themed session exploring sea, sky and summer light. We'll look at simple ways to capture reflections on water, soft horizons and the atmosphere of the Aberdeen coastline using fresh colours palettes.
Summer Flowers in Watercolour – Seaton Park
Sunday 28 June
Seaton Park - 10:30am - 2.0 Hours
Anastasiia Zyrianova
A gentle floral session inspired by summer gardens and wildflowers. We'll explore loose botanical sketches, expressive brushwork and layering colour to create light, airy compositions inspired by the park's flowers and greenery.
Watercolour for Beginners
Sunday 05 July
Aberdeen city centre - 10:30am - 2.0 Hours
Anastasiia Zyrianova
A relaxed, beginner-friendly introduction to watercolour. We'll cover simple washes, brush control, colour mixing and basic techniques to build confidence. Perfect for those starting out or wanting to refresh the fundamentals in a calm, supportive setting.
Summer Greens & Sky in Watercolour
Sunday 19 July
Duthie Park, Aberdeen - 10:30am - 2.0 Hours
Anastasiia Zyrianova
An outdoor session focused on capturing summer light, soft skies and fresh greenery. We'll work with loose washes and simple compositions, exploring how to suggest atmosphere and depth without overworking details. A calm, creative session in nature, suitable for all levels.
Watercolour & Oil Pastels: Still Life
Sunday 26 July
Aberdeen city centre - 10:30am - 2.0 Hours
Anastasiia Zyrianova
A relaxed mixed-media session combining loose watercolour with oil pastel techniques. Explore layering, texture, resist effects, and the interaction between soft watercolour washes and expressive pastel marks while working from simple still life arrangements in a beginner-friendly setting.
Beginners Watercolour Pencils
Sunday 09 August
Aberdeen city centre - 10:30am - 2.0 Hours
Anastasiia Zyrianova
A calm introductory session exploring watercolour pencils through simple sketches, blending, washes and layered effects. Suitable for complete beginners and anyone wanting to build confidence with drawing and colour in a relaxed setting.
Beginner's Drawing Class
Saturday 06 June
Stonehaven - 10am - 2 Hours
Adelina Abasli
In this class, we will explore the basics of drawing and equip you with the skills needed to create beautiful and expressive artwork. Our experienced instructor will guide you through the fundamentals of drawing, including perspective, proportion, shading, and composition.We will also be practicing various forms of Mark Making techniques and hopefully will make an empty page less daunting to fill up. Perfect for complete beginners.
Figure Gesture Drawing
Saturday 20 June
Stonehaven - 10am - 2 Hours
Adelina Abasli
In this workshop, we will explore the art of capturing the essence and movement of the human figure through gesture drawing.
Our experienced instructor will guide you through the process of simplifying the figure, breaking it down into basic shapes and forms to create accurate and expressive poses. We will cover topics such as exaggerating poses, building shapes, and drawing with accuracy.
Black and White Photography
Sunday 28 June
Don Street - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Jay Buchan
Join us for a 2-hour meetup exploring black and white photography. We'll learn about composition, contrast, and light to create striking monochrome images. Suitable for all skill levels.
Beginner's Drawing Class
Saturday 04 July
Stonehaven - 10am - 2 Hours
Adelina Abasli
In this class, we will explore the basics of drawing and equip you with the skills needed to create beautiful and expressive artwork. Our experienced instructor will guide you through the fundamentals of drawing, including perspective, proportion, shading, and composition.We will also be practicing various forms of Mark Making techniques and hopefully will make an empty page less daunting to fill up. Perfect for complete beginners.
Shallow Depth of Field
Sunday 12 July
Johnstone Gardens - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Jay Buchan
In this workshop, we will explore the art of creating stunning images with a shallow depth of field. Suitable for all skill levels; bring your camera.
Still Life Drawing with Coloured Pencils
Saturday 18 July
Stonehaven - 10am - 2 Hours
Adelina Abasli
Dive into the vibrant world of Still Life Drawing with Colored Pencils!
Join us for an exciting artistic journey where you'll master the art of capturing still life in vivid detail. Discover the magic of proportions - the cornerstone of lifelike drawings, ensuring your artwork is anatomically correct and visually stunning. Unleash your creativity and bring ordinary objects to life with the power of colored pencils. Let your imagination run wild and create captivating compositions that tell unique and colorful stories. Come, join the fun, and let your creativity flourish!
Beginner's Photography Class - Fittie Beach
Sunday 19 July
Fittie - 10am - 3.0 Hours
Jay Buchan
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance! Join this beginner's class at Fittie Beach (Foot Dee village, Aberdeen) for hands-on practice.
Beginner's Photography Class
Sunday 26 July
Fittie - 10am - 3.0 Hours
Jay Buchan
A 3-hour beginner's photography class covering the basics of camera settings, composition, and exposure. Suitable for those new to photography. Participants bring their own equipment.
Tonal Drawing
Saturday 01 August
Stonehaven - 10am - 2 Hours
Adelina Abasli
In this workshop, we will explore the art of creating depth and dimension in your drawings through the use of shadow and tone.Our experienced instructor will guide you through the process of understanding and applying the principles of tonal drawing, including the use of value, contrast, and composition. We will cover topics such as creating a tonal range, building contrast, and simplifying composition to create a clean and striking image.
Portrait Photography Meetup
Sunday 02 August
Don Street - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Jay Buchan
Join us for a 2-hour portrait photography meetup exploring posing, natural light, and composition techniques to capture better portraits. Suitable for all skill levels.
Children's Portrait Photography Class
Sunday 09 August
Don Street - 10am - 3.0 Hours
Jay Buchan
Join this class to learn portrait photography techniques focused on children. We'll cover posing, natural light, and composition for flattering portraits.
Beginner's Drawing Class
Saturday 15 August
Stonehaven - 10am - 2 Hours
Adelina Abasli
In this class, we will explore the basics of drawing and equip you with the skills needed to create beautiful and expressive artwork. Our experienced instructor will guide you through the fundamentals of drawing, including perspective, proportion, shading, and composition.We will also be practicing various forms of Mark Making techniques and hopefully will make an empty page less daunting to fill up. Perfect for complete beginners.
