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SUMMARY:Practical Fine Art for Children: Introduction to Watercolour
DESCRIPTION:For keen young artists of all levels! The perfect complement to school art lessons\, whether studying at primary or GCSE level. Practical\, how-to skills: observational drawing techniques\, multi-media exploration\, adventures in colour and more. Plenty of time for one-to-one support in these small groups too. \nIntroduction to Watercolour\nA practical and creative introduction to watercolour painting\, designed for beginners to\nexplore essential techniques\, materials\, and colour theory. Students will learn how to control\nwater and pigment while developing confidence in painting expressive studies. \nLearning Outcomes:\n• Understand and prepare essential watercolour materials.\n• Understand foundation colour theory\, mix and layer colours with confidence.\n• Apply key techniques such as wet-on-wet\, wet-on-dry\, and glazing.\n• Explore experimental watercolour methods.\n• Use tone\, contrast\, and texture effectively.\n• Complete a watercolour composition. \nAbout Kitty McLeod\nThe tutor\, Kitty McLeod\, of Promising Artists\, trained at Ravensbourne University London and the University of Gloucestershire. She has been teaching art and creative workshops with children and adults of all ages nationally since 2010. She has experience in delivering fine art drawing & painting\, illustration\, printmaking\, animation and life drawing classes. Kitty runs a small art school in Cheltenham and art courses for the National Trust. \nPrice is for a course of 5 sessions and includes all materials. \nWinter Term Dates:\n14 November\, 21 November\, 28 November\, 5 December\, 12 December \nPlease note that once purchased\, courses are strictly non-refundable and non-exchangeable under any circumstances. \nBook Now
URL:https://wilsonmuseum.org.uk/event/practical-fine-art-for-children-winter-term-2/
CATEGORIES:Kids,Teens,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Cheltenham Improvisers Orchestra
DESCRIPTION:Cheltenham Improvisers Orchestra \nCheltenham Improvisers Orchestra is a community group enabling musicians and performance artists from a range of different backgrounds. The group was established to explore a collaborative space for improvisation and is open to anyone regardless of their ability or education. The group is led by award winning musician Chris Cundy with regular live performances taking place at Cheltenham Festivals. \n\n\n\nThese workshops explore exercises in creating surprise and spontaneity\, conducting with visual pathways into communal music-making\, exploring deep listening\, and embracing new ways of performing music in public spaces. \nFree on every first and third Wednesday of the month\, 6-8PM.
URL:https://wilsonmuseum.org.uk/event/cheltenham-improvisers-orchestra-4/
LOCATION:The Wilson\, The Wilson Clarence Street\, Cheltenham\, GL50 13JT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Adults,Free,We Are Creators,Wilson Nights,Workshop
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261118T200000
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SUMMARY:Where the Birds AR: Meditative Ink Wash with Albert Chung
DESCRIPTION:Inspired by migratory birds and contemporary ink painting\, this workshop combines colouring\, ink wash and augmented reality. Participants will colour and paint their own bird using Chinese ink and watercolour\, then bring it to life through the Where the Birds AR app. The session will also include a short-guided meditation and meditative ink wash activity\, encouraging creativity\, calm and reflection. No experience needed. \nThis series of sessions is part of the OFF GRID programme for 14 to 17s only.  \nFurther info here.
URL:https://wilsonmuseum.org.uk/event/where-the-birds-ar-meditative-ink-wash-with-albert-chung/
LOCATION:The Wilson\, The Wilson Clarence Street\, Cheltenham\, GL50 13JT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Free,Teens,We Are Creators,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261202T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261202T143000
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SUMMARY:Christmas Coffee With a Curator
DESCRIPTION:First Wednesday of every month\, 1.30pm ““ 2pm\nThese informal sessions held in The Wilson café lounge area at lunchtime on the first Wednesday of the month give you the chance to join one of our curators for a half hour chat as they introduce pieces from The Wilson’s extensive collections.\nFrom pottery and works of art to items that reflect the social history of the Cheltenham area\, you’ll get to have a closer look at the objects as they are brought out of the archives. \nThere will be a different object every month. Book a place for £3\, which will include a complimentary tea or coffee from the café. For updates and more details of the objects and subjects for each monthly session\, see our Facebook and Instagram
URL:https://wilsonmuseum.org.uk/event/christmas-coffee-with-a-curator/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Collections Events
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261202T200000
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SUMMARY:Cheltenham Improvisers Orchestra
DESCRIPTION:Cheltenham Improvisers Orchestra \nCheltenham Improvisers Orchestra is a community group enabling musicians and performance artists from a range of different backgrounds. The group was established to explore a collaborative space for improvisation and is open to anyone regardless of their ability or education. The group is led by award winning musician Chris Cundy with regular live performances taking place at Cheltenham Festivals. \n\n\n\nThese workshops explore exercises in creating surprise and spontaneity\, conducting with visual pathways into communal music-making\, exploring deep listening\, and embracing new ways of performing music in public spaces. \nFree on every first and third Wednesday of the month\, 6-8PM.
URL:https://wilsonmuseum.org.uk/event/cheltenham-improvisers-orchestra-5/
LOCATION:The Wilson\, The Wilson Clarence Street\, Cheltenham\, GL50 13JT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Adults,Free,We Are Creators,Wilson Nights,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261203T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261203T123000
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SUMMARY:Memory Lane Cafe
DESCRIPTION:Join our friendly social group for older people and anyone living with dementia. \nCome to The Wilson for some creative activities\, a relaxed chat\, and a warm cuppa. Free tea and coffee are provided. There’s no need to book\, and carers are very welcome. \nSessions take place on the first Thursday of each month\, from 10:30 – 12:00.
URL:https://wilsonmuseum.org.uk/event/memory-lane-cafe-12/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Free
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SUMMARY:Cheltenham Improvisers Orchestra
DESCRIPTION:Cheltenham Improvisers Orchestra \nCheltenham Improvisers Orchestra is a community group enabling musicians and performance artists from a range of different backgrounds. The group was established to explore a collaborative space for improvisation and is open to anyone regardless of their ability or education. The group is led by award winning musician Chris Cundy with regular live performances taking place at Cheltenham Festivals. \n\n\n\nThese workshops explore exercises in creating surprise and spontaneity\, conducting with visual pathways into communal music-making\, exploring deep listening\, and embracing new ways of performing music in public spaces. \nFree on every first and third Wednesday of the month\, 6-8PM.
URL:https://wilsonmuseum.org.uk/event/cheltenham-improvisers-orchestra-6/
LOCATION:The Wilson\, The Wilson Clarence Street\, Cheltenham\, GL50 13JT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Adults,Free,We Are Creators,Wilson Nights,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261216T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261216T200000
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SUMMARY:Wood Carving Motifs with Richard Woods
DESCRIPTION:Carve and paint your own hand-carved motif inspired by printmaking blocks of the past! Taking inspiration from the museum’s collection and festive themes. \nThis series of sessions is part of the OFF GRID programme for 14 to 17s only.  \nFurther info here.
URL:https://wilsonmuseum.org.uk/event/wood-carving-motifs-with-richard-woods/
LOCATION:The Wilson\, The Wilson Clarence Street\, Cheltenham\, GL50 13JT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Free,Teens,We Are Creators,Workshop
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