Adult Art & Crafts

Sam Wise Garden: Embroidery

Saturday 9th May, 10am, £35, Creator Space, Gallery Oldham

Create your own embroidered picture inspired by the classic JRR Tolkien book, The Hobbit. With expert guidance from Stephanie Evans. All materials provided. A great way to celebrate 2026 national year of reading.https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sam-wise-garden-embroidery-tickets-1980989590191?aff=oddtdtcreator

Life Drawing With HOP

Thursday 14th May, 6pm, £16, Creator Space, Gallery Oldham

Create & connect at our relaxed arty socials! We celebrate the human form in all its glory, whether you’re an experienced artist or trying it for the first time. It’s a laid-back, creative escape for your mind and soul.

Can’t draw? No worries! There are no rules here, stick figures, abstract shapes, or perfectly proportioned sketches, everything’s welcome.

What’s Included?

• Art Materials: Drawing boards, pencils, charcoal, and paper are provided, but feel free to bring your preferred materials.
• Professional Nude Model: The model will pose in timed sessions ranging from 1 to 15 minutes.
• Guidance & Freestyle Time: You’ll receive creative drawing prompts for the first few poses. After the warm-up, you’ll have time to explore your own artistic flair.
• Jazzy Jazz Playlist: A chilled-out playlist, perfect for unwinding after work.
• Interlude Snacks: Usually consisting of cheese, fresh bread, fruit ect. Varies sessions to session.

Get your tickets here,

https://www.lifedrawingwithhop.com/eventsandbooking

Learn To Draw: Buidings

Saturday 20 June, 10am-12noon, £26, Uppermill Library

Discover new drawing techniques using one of our most beautiful libraries as your inspiration. Surrounded by stunning architecture, quiet creative energy, and shelves filled with stories, you’ll learn fresh skills and develop your artistic confidence in a setting designed to spark imagination. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/learn-to-draw-buildings-tickets-1980990928193?aff=oddtdtcreator

Book Binding

Saturday 26th September, £26 per person, Gallery Oldham

Celebrate the National Year of Reading by getting hands-on and exploring the art of bookmaking. Craft your own beautifully bound books using a range of creative materials — from textured papers to elegant vegan leather — and enjoy the satisfaction of producing something truly personal and unique.https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/book-binding-tickets-1980991386564?aff=oddtdtcreator