Birds of prey with graphite pencil15th Nov to 16th Nov 2025
Tutor: Jonathan NeweySaturday to Sunday

Discover the beauty and power of raptors in our two-day drawing course, Birds of Prey with Graphite Pencil. Learn to capture the intricate details, textures, and striking features of eagles and owls using graphite techniques. Guided by Jonathan, you'll develop skills in observation, shading, and proportion through step-by-step demonstrations and individual guidance. Suitable for all skill levels, this course offers a relaxed, focused environment - perfect for building confidence and creating stunning wildlife artwork..... read more

"An excellent tutor who took us on very small steps to cope with complicated sketches with much more confidence." (Summer School 2019)

Woodcarving15th Nov to 16th Nov 2025
Tutor: Ernest RiallSaturday to Sunday

This course is for all levels. Complete beginners will be introduced to the basic skills of carving, chisel sharpening and wood behaviour. In further sessions you may follow a structured course of set projects or develop your own ideas.At every stage you will add to your skills and knowledge of all aspects of carving and develop design skills. Experienced carvers will be helped to develop their own projects and skills. This course will be held at the Wooburn Craft School in Wooburn Green..... read more

Excellent weekend, as ever. Resources and teaching very helpful. Thank you.

Woodcarving7th Mar to 8th Mar 2026
Tutor: Ernest RiallSaturday to Sunday

This course is for all levels. Complete beginners will be introduced to the basic skills of carving, chisel sharpening and wood behaviour. In further sessions you may follow a structured course of set projects or develop your own ideas.At every stage you will add to your skills and knowledge of all aspects of carving and develop design skills. Experienced carvers will be helped to develop their own projects and skills. This course will be held at the Wooburn Craft School in Wooburn Green..... read more

Excellent weekend, as ever. Resources and teaching very helpful. Thank you.

Natural History Illustration - Feathers, Stones and Bones - NEW VENUE11th Apr to 12th Apr 2026
Tutor: Jackie Isard SBA Fellow CBM RHS GoldSaturday to Sunday

Learn how to paint the delicacy of feathers, the hardness of stones and fragility of bones/bird and small mammal skulls!.... read more

Jackie Isard was really lovely and patient. Excellent tutor! Learnt so much! Thank you.

Animal portraits with coloured pencil on black paper and grey board - NEW VENUE11th Apr to 12th Apr 2026
Tutor: Jonathan NeweySaturday to Sunday

Join our two-day course, Animal Portraits with Coloured Pencil on Black Paper and grey board and explore the dramatic effects of drawing with coloured pencils on a dark background. Learn techniques for layering, blending, and highlighting to create lifelike textures and striking contrast. Guided by Jonathan, you'll capture the unique character of a chimpanzee face on black paper and a capuchin monkey on grey board. Suitable for all levels, this relaxed and supportive course provides expert instruction and is perfect for developing your artistic skills.... read more

"Great course and excellent tutor." (Summer School 2019)

Woodcarving11th Apr to 12th Apr 2026
Tutor: Ernest RiallSaturday to Sunday

This course is for all levels. Complete beginners will be introduced to the basic skills of carving, chisel sharpening and wood behaviour. In further sessions you may follow a structured course of set projects or develop your own ideas.At every stage you will add to your skills and knowledge of all aspects of carving and develop design skills. Experienced carvers will be helped to develop their own projects and skills. This course will be held at the Wooburn Craft School in Wooburn Green..... read more

Excellent weekend, as ever. Resources and teaching very helpful. Thank you.

Creative Loose and Dynamic Watercolour & Ink - NEW VENUE15th May to 17th May 2026
Tutor: Jackie Devereux Friday to Sunday

Find your own creativity during this experimental course developing contemporary works on paper bringing together ideas to incorporate collage into pure watercolours. On this journey Jackie will encourage each individual to play with ideas, using luscious colours and a hint of original printmaking to compliment brushwork.Curious? Then come and see what happens when you gain the courage and confidence to let go......!.... read more

"Excellent course by Jackie.  The demonstrations and pace of the class were just right, many thanks." (Summer School 2019)

Woodcarving16th May to 17th May 2026
Tutor: Ernest RiallSaturday to Sunday

This course is for all levels. Complete beginners will be introduced to the basic skills of carving, chisel sharpening and wood behaviour. In further sessions you may follow a structured course of set projects or develop your own ideas.At every stage you will add to your skills and knowledge of all aspects of carving and develop design skills. Experienced carvers will be helped to develop their own projects and skills. This course will be held at the Wooburn Craft School in Wooburn Green..... read more

Excellent weekend, as ever. Resources and teaching very helpful. Thank you.

Woodcarving6th Jun to 7th Jun 2026
Tutor: Ernest RiallSaturday to Sunday

This course is for all levels. Complete beginners will be introduced to the basic skills of carving, chisel sharpening and wood behaviour. In further sessions you may follow a structured course of set projects or develop your own ideas.At every stage you will add to your skills and knowledge of all aspects of carving and develop design skills. Experienced carvers will be helped to develop their own projects and skills. This course will be held at the Wooburn Craft School in Wooburn Green..... read more

Excellent weekend, as ever. Resources and teaching very helpful. Thank you.

Butterflies, Moths & Insects - fine detail and colour - NEW VENUE6th Jun to 7th Jun 2026
Tutor: Jackie Isard SBA Fellow CBM RHS GoldSaturday to Sunday

Learn how to draw and paint beautiful butterflies and other insects in watercolour! .... read more

My first course at Missenden Abbey, and I am hugely impressed! Everything was of high quality; the tuition, studio space, accommodation, delicious food and pleasant public spaces, all in a beautiful setting. Thank you!