Our masterclasses are open to both members and the wider public covering a diverse range of topics. Each is a mix of demonstration and hands on practice aimed at participants of all ability levels. Each is run by an acknowledged “Master” in their field. 

15 March 2025: Gestural Figurative Drawing with a Model

Camille Serisier will lead an exciting class in gestural figurative drawing from a live model. This class is for those who want to improve their skills in drawing life figures. Book your tickets today!

19 April 2025: Portraiture in Charcoal

We are pleased to welcome John back to the Folkestone Art Society to lead a session on portraiture using charcoal. Sign up to join us here.

17 May 2025: The Landscape Abstracted

This masterclass, led by Laura Froude, is for practicing artists who want to further develop their work it is not suitable for those starting out. Sign up to join us here.

21 June 2025: Land & Seascapes – Techniques with Brusho on Yupo Paper

In this class, Nicola Barratt will explore Brusho - a unique vibrant medium that is transparent watercolour, intermixable crystals. Open to all. Sign up here.

19 July 2025 | Pottery: Hand-Built Wind Chimes & Garden Bells

Join us for our 3 hour pottery workshop led by Trish Bishop, and learn to craft a unique set of wind chimes or bells for your garden. This class is designed for all whether your new or already have some experience, you'll learn techniques for shaping, decorating, and assembling your own unique chimes or bells. Book your tickets today!

20 September 2025 | A Bunch of Veg – Charcoal & Watercolour Workshop

Join me "Claire Adams" for this fun workshop, combining expressive tonal charcoal drawing & watercolour painting techniques. Book your tickets today!

15 November 2025 | Watercolour Techniques using unusual props

There are lots of ways of manipulating and getting different effects with watercolour. The attached images illustrate how effective a credit card can be in achieving amazing results. Come and try your hand using a credit card and bubble wrap; you may be surprised at what you create!