Practical Fine Art for Children: Introduction to Watercolour
2026-11-14 10:00 - 2026-12-12 11:30 (Europe/London)
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.
Introduction to Watercolour
A practical and creative introduction to watercolour painting, designed for beginners to
explore essential techniques, materials, and colour theory. Students will learn how to control
water and pigment while developing confidence in painting expressive studies.
Learning Outcomes:
• Understand and prepare essential watercolour materials.
• Understand foundation colour theory, mix and layer colours with confidence.
• Apply key techniques such as wet-on-wet, wet-on-dry, and glazing.
• Explore experimental watercolour methods.
• Use tone, contrast, and texture effectively.
• Complete a watercolour composition.
About Kitty McLeod
The 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.
Price is for a course of 5 sessions and includes all materials.
Winter Term Dates:
14 November, 21 November, 28 November, 5 December, 12 December
Please note that once purchased, courses are strictly non-refundable and non-exchangeable under any circumstances.
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Christmas Coffee With a Curator
2026-12-02 13:30 - 14:30
First Wednesday of every month, 1.30pm ““ 2pm
These informal sessions held in The Wilson cafÃ© 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.
From 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.
There will be a different object every month. Book a place for £3, which will include a complimentary tea or coffee from the cafÃ©. For updates and more details of the objects and subjects for each monthly session, see our Facebook and Instagram

Memory Lane Cafe
2026-12-03 10:30 - 12:30
Join our friendly social group for older people and anyone living with dementia.
Come 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.
Sessions take place on the first Thursday of each month, from 10:30 – 12:00.
