step into a creative space
“since i have retired i have tried various art classes, and this one was the best by far” Susan, recent participant
NOTE : This is a basic website without a booking facility - email me to book a place Send me a message by clicking here
NOTE : This is a basic website without a booking facility - email me to book a place Send me a message by clicking here
"OUTSTANDING teaching"
All day workshops in the Botanical Gardens - see below for details - 10.30 - 4pm £65 - all material provided - see flyer below for discounts
15th August - In Praise of Trees in all seasons; Summer - All day workshop Botanical Gardens Saturday
19th September - From Sketch to Ink and Paint - All day workshop Botanical Gardens
3rd October - In Praise of Trees in all seasons; Autumn - All day workshop Botanical Gardens
All day workshops at Nether Edge Art School - Saturdays 10.00 - 4.30pm £75 - all materials provided - see flyer below for discounts
27th June - Ink line and Watercolour Wash - creating fresh images with this perfect combination
18th July - The Power of Imagination - how to tap into our natural imaginative abilities - fully booked
26th September - Collage Creativity - making images in new and exciting ways
31st October - Beginners guide to Illustration - exploring the world of children’s story book illustration
Meeting and befriending your Inner Critic - online course - more information click here
Monday nights 6 - 8pm - October 26th, November 2nd & 9th
A supportive and reflective place to explore some of your inner patterns which hold you back. Freeing up energy to move forward
Courses at The Art House - see there website for details here
Online Studio Space for the Winter months
Join our Online Creative Studio Space - book one months access for £25
Thursday Mornings 9.30 - 12.30
October - January 2027
click here for more info Experience the support of being in a community space of fellow makers
Each session we get together briefly at the start to say hello and share our plans, and then we leave our laptops/ computers in the back ground while we explore our own projects. At the end of the session we can share how we’ve been getting on.
Alternatively you may wish to miss the talking bits and simply join in for the making. You can choose to join in as little or as much as you wish and you can come and go while the session is running.
You bring your own self-directed projects - choosing your own materials and approaches - together we bring support, a place to commit to making in, and fellow companions.
Meeting, befriending, and transforming your inner critic -
Online course - Monday nights 6 - 8pm - October 26th, November 2nd & 9th - a psychological approach to exploring what holds us back using creative activities. We will be using a Focusing approach but you do not need to be experienced at Focusing to attend this course. More info here
This illustrated Life
15th October - 3rd December - Thursday’s 6 - 8.30pm, Dana Cafe, Crookes £145 for 8 sessions (£120 concession)
Dip your toe into a wide range of illustration ideas from children’t book illustration to Illuminated manuscripts, mini-graphic novels to nature journaling - and much more. Art-making activities designed to help you explore ideas, experiment with materials, engage in creative play and let your story-telling emerge.
Exploring Focusing and Art
Focusing experience is needed to join this course. Online Tuesday nights 17th, 24th November and 1st and 8th December
During this 4 session course we will explore how creative image and symbol making can enhance our Focusing practice. Each session includes image-making, Focusing in pairs and group reflection. There will be opportunities to share your images in the group. It is also fine to decide not to share your images if you wish. If you are interested in this course and would like to learn Focusing get in touch. It is a natural process that usually takes about 3 sessions to get use to. More info here
15th August - In Praise of Trees in all seasons; Summer - All day workshop Botanical Gardens Saturday
19th September - From Sketch to Ink and Paint - All day workshop Botanical Gardens
3rd October - In Praise of Trees in all seasons; Autumn - All day workshop Botanical Gardens
All day workshops at Nether Edge Art School - Saturdays 10.00 - 4.30pm £75 - all materials provided - see flyer below for discounts
27th June - Ink line and Watercolour Wash - creating fresh images with this perfect combination
18th July - The Power of Imagination - how to tap into our natural imaginative abilities - fully booked
26th September - Collage Creativity - making images in new and exciting ways
31st October - Beginners guide to Illustration - exploring the world of children’s story book illustration
Meeting and befriending your Inner Critic - online course - more information click here
Monday nights 6 - 8pm - October 26th, November 2nd & 9th
A supportive and reflective place to explore some of your inner patterns which hold you back. Freeing up energy to move forward
Courses at The Art House - see there website for details here
Online Studio Space for the Winter months
Join our Online Creative Studio Space - book one months access for £25
Thursday Mornings 9.30 - 12.30
October - January 2027
click here for more info Experience the support of being in a community space of fellow makers
Each session we get together briefly at the start to say hello and share our plans, and then we leave our laptops/ computers in the back ground while we explore our own projects. At the end of the session we can share how we’ve been getting on.
Alternatively you may wish to miss the talking bits and simply join in for the making. You can choose to join in as little or as much as you wish and you can come and go while the session is running.
You bring your own self-directed projects - choosing your own materials and approaches - together we bring support, a place to commit to making in, and fellow companions.
Meeting, befriending, and transforming your inner critic -
Online course - Monday nights 6 - 8pm - October 26th, November 2nd & 9th - a psychological approach to exploring what holds us back using creative activities. We will be using a Focusing approach but you do not need to be experienced at Focusing to attend this course. More info here
This illustrated Life
15th October - 3rd December - Thursday’s 6 - 8.30pm, Dana Cafe, Crookes £145 for 8 sessions (£120 concession)
Dip your toe into a wide range of illustration ideas from children’t book illustration to Illuminated manuscripts, mini-graphic novels to nature journaling - and much more. Art-making activities designed to help you explore ideas, experiment with materials, engage in creative play and let your story-telling emerge.
Exploring Focusing and Art
Focusing experience is needed to join this course. Online Tuesday nights 17th, 24th November and 1st and 8th December
During this 4 session course we will explore how creative image and symbol making can enhance our Focusing practice. Each session includes image-making, Focusing in pairs and group reflection. There will be opportunities to share your images in the group. It is also fine to decide not to share your images if you wish. If you are interested in this course and would like to learn Focusing get in touch. It is a natural process that usually takes about 3 sessions to get use to. More info here
Discounts for All Day Workshops in Nether Edge as follows -
£75 per workshop
book 2 for £140 = £70 each,
book 3 for £195 = £65 each
book 4 for £240 = £60 each
£75 per workshop
book 2 for £140 = £70 each,
book 3 for £195 = £65 each
book 4 for £240 = £60 each
Rambles with a Sketchbook - Higham Hall, Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria CA13 9SH - 5th - 8th May 2026 - this event has taken place
“ I've not stopped telling people how wonderful it was, it was just perfect. I learned a lot about using new materials and I've gone onto to use mixed media at the life drawing group I go to”. Carol
“ I've not stopped telling people how wonderful it was, it was just perfect. I learned a lot about using new materials and I've gone onto to use mixed media at the life drawing group I go to”. Carol
Dana Cafe Summer Art School
sold out
7 week course
2nd July - 13th August 6 - 8.30pm
Offering a wide variety of art techniques and methods for you to try out
214 Crookes, Sheffield, GB S10 1TG
6 - 8.30pm = 15 hours
£110 - includes all materials
Suitable for all abilities.
Dive into a wide range of art techniques and materials including Watercolours, ink, printing, sketchbook skills, collage, charcoal, and more. The perfect course to get you exploring and making art in your own way. Plenty of guidance and encouragement along the way in a supportive and friendly group. Additional mid-week assignments if you want them
Praise for In Praise of Trees! - “This was such a delightful day and just what I needed. Time away from everyday life, immersing myself in the calm world of trees. Time to play and experiment with different media and no pressure to get anything ‘right’.
Colette has a lovely open and accepting way of teaching. I loved the playful exercises, and the encouragement we were given to try out new tools and techniques. I shall look forward to another session! “ Carol
Colette has a lovely open and accepting way of teaching. I loved the playful exercises, and the encouragement we were given to try out new tools and techniques. I shall look forward to another session! “ Carol
Creative Retreats on the wild edge of Sheffield - exploring the natural world with sketchbook activities
June 5th - 8th, 2026 - fully booked
December 11th - 14th, 2026 - taking bookings
An exciting opportunity to join us for creativity and connection within beautiful natural surroundings and accommodation in a grade II listed converted barn.
An invitation to nurture yourself
Each residential course is for just 5 - 6 people - and they book up fast
Email me to book your place
Suitable for all abilities. All materials and refreshments provided
full info here
June 5th - 8th, 2026 - fully booked
December 11th - 14th, 2026 - taking bookings
An exciting opportunity to join us for creativity and connection within beautiful natural surroundings and accommodation in a grade II listed converted barn.
An invitation to nurture yourself
Each residential course is for just 5 - 6 people - and they book up fast
Email me to book your place
Suitable for all abilities. All materials and refreshments provided
full info here
Online Art Course - Offering inspiration and guidance, and the good company and encouragement of others - all in the comfort of your own home.
Make yourself a cup of coffee (or tea), pick up some art materials, log on, and settle down to our weekly online art course. Suitable for all abilities. End your week with some art activities
You will need basic art materials for drawing and mixed media including pencils, coloured pencils or crayons, paints (any type of paint which suits you), biro or ink pen, and cartridge paper (avoid thin paper), scissors, glue and scraps of paper.
Friday mornings - 10 - 12.30
Book 6 sessions for £75
This ongroup is currently full. Contact me about being notified if a place becomes available.
Make yourself a cup of coffee (or tea), pick up some art materials, log on, and settle down to our weekly online art course. Suitable for all abilities. End your week with some art activities
You will need basic art materials for drawing and mixed media including pencils, coloured pencils or crayons, paints (any type of paint which suits you), biro or ink pen, and cartridge paper (avoid thin paper), scissors, glue and scraps of paper.
Friday mornings - 10 - 12.30
Book 6 sessions for £75
This ongroup is currently full. Contact me about being notified if a place becomes available.
Contact me if these costs are beyond your means to enquire about accessing a concessionary place
Ongoing courses at The Art House (see their website to book and more info) - hope to see you there!
Suitable for all abilities. All materials and refreshments provided
Creative Development with Colette Cameron 5-6 week courses Wednesday Afternoons 1.30 - 4.30pm
A creative journey to build your own practice
A course which is dedicated to supporting you in finding your own creative direction while forging a friendly community to belong in
Book either of these courses via the Art House Website
Suitable for all abilities. All materials and refreshments provided
Creative Development with Colette Cameron 5-6 week courses Wednesday Afternoons 1.30 - 4.30pm
A creative journey to build your own practice
A course which is dedicated to supporting you in finding your own creative direction while forging a friendly community to belong in
Book either of these courses via the Art House Website
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"Colette is so inspiring. she has such a gentle, warm and encouraging approach you cannot fail to feel more confident and brave to try new things. She also is really good at teaching techniques which open up new ideas"
"OUTSTANDING teaching"
"A huge THANK YOU for your very inspirational watercolour classes. I love your style and methods, and every workshop has been a delight and a great learning experience" Steph, a recent participant
"Colette is so inspiring. she has such a gentle, warm and encouraging approach you cannot fail to feel more confident and brave to try new things. She also is really good at teaching techniques which open up new ideas"
"OUTSTANDING teaching"
"A huge THANK YOU for your very inspirational watercolour classes. I love your style and methods, and every workshop has been a delight and a great learning experience" Steph, a recent participant
Tutorials and small group workshops in my home studio in Crookes - email me to enquire
A wide range of materials and techniques to work with
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Not sure where to start? One to one tutorials - in person in Colette's studio space in Crookes, Sheffield - a great way to get going with a one-off session. all abilities welcome. If you think you're not good enough i encourage you to give it a go....
"If you're alive, your're a creative person. Do whatever brings life, then. Follow your own fascinations, obsessions, and compulsions. Trust them. Create whatever causes a revolution in your heart" Elizabeth Gilbert
"If given the choice, choose what makes your life larger rather than smaller" Clarisssa Pinkola Estes
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"I loved your class. I love your teaching style, so utterly competent yet
non threatening. Really helped allay my huge fears. I think you are very skilled at creating and leading a supportive safe group"
"I think you've really helped me to feel freer, far less precious or concerned with the outcome. It's been great to just dive in, become completely absorbed, then have the fun and excitement of seeing what ended up on my paper. I've been quite surprised that I've liked a lot of what I've produced, and seen it all as experiments, play and exploration rather than failures or disasters, which is how I would have looked at my scribblings once upon a time! I've really enjoyed the way you teach, your approach and the subject matter you choose"
"Thank you Colette for an absolutely lovely class. The pace was perfect. I learnt such a lot in two hours! It was so good to see my mother relax and we were were laughing together which was probably the first time since the beginning of lockdown. I know she loved it and I know what my next present will be to her. Another class!! We giggled all the way home!!"
"I loved your class. I love your teaching style, so utterly competent yet
non threatening. Really helped allay my huge fears. I think you are very skilled at creating and leading a supportive safe group"
"I think you've really helped me to feel freer, far less precious or concerned with the outcome. It's been great to just dive in, become completely absorbed, then have the fun and excitement of seeing what ended up on my paper. I've been quite surprised that I've liked a lot of what I've produced, and seen it all as experiments, play and exploration rather than failures or disasters, which is how I would have looked at my scribblings once upon a time! I've really enjoyed the way you teach, your approach and the subject matter you choose"
"Thank you Colette for an absolutely lovely class. The pace was perfect. I learnt such a lot in two hours! It was so good to see my mother relax and we were were laughing together which was probably the first time since the beginning of lockdown. I know she loved it and I know what my next present will be to her. Another class!! We giggled all the way home!!"
