UPCOMING COURSES
SCULPT FROM LIFE (MAR 22nd & 29th)
This is a two-part course on:
Saturdays, March 22nd & 29th
10.00 – 16.00
Dive into the world of three-dimensional art with our immersive sculpting course, designed for both beginners and experienced artists. Over this intensive workshop, you will learn to capture the human figure in a dynamic and expressive way, using oil-based clay and a live model as your primary reference.
BOT-BASHING (APR 12th & 19th)
This is a two-part course on:
Saturdays, April 12th & 19th
10.00 – 16.00
Unleash your creativity in this innovative art course focused on building unique robot models using clay, found materials, and the exciting technique of kitbashing. Perfect for artists and enthusiasts of all skill levels, this hands-on workshop invites you to explore the intersection of sculpture, design, and imaginative storytelling.
PAST COURSES
SCULPTING DIORAMAS
Craft miniature houses, castles and other scenes from foam, wood and resin! Whether it’s for a hobby, tabletop game or just for your desk, you will be taught how to create exciting, detailed miniature terrain in this fun and exciting 12 hour course.
MONSTER MAKING
Learn how to make a monster – from the basic skeleton, right through to the hair, teeth and make-up! Throughout this exciting & entertaining four-evening workshop, you will be taught how to use a wide range of tools and techniques to create your very own creature.
Advanced Diodes & Dioramas
Take your dioramas to the next level with this 12 hour evening course. Add miniature lighting effects, movement and realistic water effects using LED’s, motors and resins! NOTE: This course is designed for experienced model-makers and terrain crafters.
Making Mandrakes (and other Cryptobotanical Sculptures)
Delve into the art of polymer clay sculpting with this exciting, thematic art course. By popular demand, this course has become a mainstay of the Newcastle Art Centre course programme. Come along and see why, as you craft your own beautiful (or ugly) piece of polymer plant life!
WINTER MINIATURES
Craft miniature houses, castles and other scenes from foam, wood and resin! Whether it’s for a hobby, tabletop game or just for your desk, you will be taught how to create exciting, detailed miniature terrain in this fun and exciting 12 hour course. INCLUDES: snow and ice effects.
CASTING
Learn the basics of casting with this fantastic 12 hour weekend course. Bring along some small objects and create duplicates of your favourite treasures! Experiment with alginate, silicone and plaster, and go home with multiple works of art!