Bristol's Workshops & Classes Scene

Creatives has always been drawn to the city of Bristol - we don't know what came first, the creatives or the workshops and classes! Whatever your poison is: pottery, dance classes, life drawing, basket weaving, yoga - Bristol has it all. Bristol Folk House on Park Street is a key public-facing arts centre - providing workshops on photography, music writing, all forms of modern dance and everything in between (usually at affordable prices).

The RWA, Bristol's oldest art gallery (and one of the only academies left in the UK) also host an art and drawing school offering everything from month long courses to drop-in life drawing events. Other key creative spaces to check out for workshops and classes in Bristol include the Maker Shed @ St Paul's Learning Centre, Hamilton House, Bristol School of Art, Bristol Print Room and Spike Print Studio (to name just a few).

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What our editors say

“Bristol Interiors Circle is a warm, local community for people who live and breathe interiors, designers, makers, students and colour-curious home-lovers. We share know-how, swap suppliers, and cheer each other on. Lots of colour, and a friendly mix of talks, demos and meet-ups rooted in Bristol’s creative spirit.”
From: The Colour Edit, An Evening with Annie Sloan

“This session is suitable for those who are new to life drawing, or looking to refine their existing figure drawing practice. Limited to 12 places, to ensure each attendee can receive meaningful 1:1 support during the workshop.”
From: Tutored Life Drawing - The Figure in Pastels - United Models Life Drawing

“Join us for our hour and a half long life drawing session. All abilities welcome, whether you have never done life drawing before or you live and breath it, this is a place to relax and enjoy yourself! Please bring your own art supplies however there will be seating and biscuits provided.”
From: Life Drawing Class - Henleaze

“Stephen Selby is a regular on the Bristol open mic scene. He has self published three books, most recently the critically acclaimed Take Me To Point Nemo. His poetry talks about mental wellbeing and his connection with nature, water and the world in general.”
From: KERTECZ#33

“Pick up a pencil and join us for life drawing at Easton’s Pickle Factory. With a local artist to guide you, models of all shapes and sizes holding dynamic poses, and a relaxed, cosy vibe, it creativity made easy.”
From: Life Drawing At The Pickle Factory