Due to the success of last year's "Songs Round The Piano" Moira Kerr and her accompanist Barry McKillop, are returning to The House For An Art Lover for another lunchtime recital.
This year, Moira will be singing th...
Join us for the Sunday wine club and spend a leisurely afternoon in the capable hands of Somellier Johnny Walker, who will lead you through each wine, beautifully matched to the specially prepared seasonal lunch menu by...
Due to the success of last year's "Songs Round The Piano" Moira Kerr and her accompanist Barry McKillop, are returning to The House For An Art Lover for another lunchtime recital.
This year, Moira will be singing th...
To mark the 150th anniversary of the birth of Mackintosh this year we have invited engineer visionary Graham Roxburgh to join with our guide James Winnett to give an insight into Charles and the drawings which led to th...
Join our cast, Madeleine Smith, Pierre L’Angelier, Janet Smith, James Smith, William Minnoch and Christina Haggart the maid in the year 1857 as they celebrate Madeleine’s birthday but do BEWARE, because all is not as it...
Our open day is the ideal opportunity to pop in have a wander and see the Mackintosh Suite as it would be set for a wedding. We will have some drinks and canapés to try and plenty of the team to chat to you about the op...
If you require any further information or advice on our art courses, please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or telephone 0141 427 9557 during office hours. ADULTS SPRING KIDS SPRING
Hand build your own pots/objects and discover the excitement of a raku firing!
In the two hour hand-building workshop you will be shown a basic technique with which to make at least two forms (including a bottle/vas...
Designed to entertain, educate and inspire a love of art in children. We will explore craft, sculpture and making to allow the little makers to find their own creative flow and discover the joys of making! These fun and...
In this more advanced making class, young participants will experiment with craft, sculpture and making to create accomplished works to be proud of! Through these classes they will start to understand their own creativi...
Discover the unlimited possibilities of imaginative art making! This course offers children the opportunity to explore the potential of their imagination and develop their artistic skills through a variety of new creati...
Explore printmaking, drawing, sculpture and mark making inspired by unique techniques used by great artists in history. Using the inspiring art deco setting of House for an Art Lover, this course will introduce particip...
In this workshop we will explore some of the fundamentals of creative writing through quick and playful exercises, and take inspiration from reading and discussing key writers in poetry and fiction.
Joanna is runnin...
Ceramics Studio is a 6 week studio class for those wanting to practice their Ceramics in a supported environment, with a tutor at hand to advise in any project. Materials and kiln firings are available, but you also ha...
This evening course will encourage participants with some experience of drawing & painting to extend their skills, knowledge and theoretical understanding of fine art practices in a friendly, creative environment. The c...
SORRY THIS CLASS IS FULLY BOOKED - AM AND PM CLASSES STILL AVAILABLE
This course enables participants to spend a morning (10am-12pm), afternoon (1pm-3pm) or full day (10am-3pm) in the studio, building the skills and...
This course enables participants to spend a morning (10am-12pm), afternoon (1pm-3pm) or full day (10am-3pm) in the studio, building the skills and techniques necessary to practice in watercolour, oil or acrylics. Tutor-...
This course enables participants to spend a morning (10am-12pm), afternoon (1pm-3pm) or full day (10am-3pm) in the studio, building the skills and techniques necessary to practice in watercolour, oil or acrylics. Tutor-...
Indulge yourself in a weekend of creativity! This workshop will help release your inner expression through the exploration of drawing and painting techniques. You will experiment with paint, collage and mono print to cr...
This course will focus on an experimental approach to monoprinting, working on both paper and cloth. Content and image will be established from individual interests in conjunction with developing a visual understanding ...
This 10-week course will help participants gain confidence through developing a strong set of artistic skillsin drawing and painting. Participants will experiment with a variety of materials such as pencils, charcoal, p...
We’ll be starting this 10 week course off by covering basics such as mixing colours, application and consistency of paint, before moving on to choice of subject, development of ideas and approaches to starting a piece, ...
During this weekend you will learn the skills of stencilling, gesso making and appliqué, all cherished and practised by Mackintosh at the turn of the century. You will learn the techniques from scratch and practise them...
During this workshop we will explore the immediate surroundings of House for an Art Lover through reading, writing and walking. There is a rich tradition of writing through walking in the city, from Virginia Woolf to Te...
This course enables participants to spend a morning (10am-12pm), afternoon (1pm-3pm) or full day (10am-3pm) in the studio, building the skills and techniques necessary to practice in watercolour, oil or acrylics. Tutor-...
This course enables participants to spend a morning (10am-12pm), afternoon (1pm-3pm) or full day (10am-3pm) in the studio, building the skills and techniques necessary to practice in watercolour, oil or acrylics. Tutor-...
This course enables participants to spend a morning (10am-12pm), afternoon (1pm-3pm) or full day (10am-3pm) in the studio, building the skills and techniques necessary to practice in watercolour, oil or acrylics. Tutor-...
In this one-day workshop, participants will explore the process behind making their own repeat patterns, taking inspiration from some of Mackintosh’s own celebrated textile designs dating from the late 1910’s early 1920...
This class is designed to entertain, educate and inspire a love of art in children. We will explore craft, sculpture and making to allow the little makers to find their own creative flow and discover the joys of making!...
In this more advanced making class, young participants will experiment with craft, sculpture and making to create accomplished works to be proud of! Through the classes the young people will start to understand their ow...
In this class the young narrators will have an opportunity to explore storytelling through a wide range of exciting materials and techniques including but not limited to drawing, mono-printing, screen-printing, collage ...
In this class the young narrators will have an opportunity to explore storytelling through a wide range of exciting materials and techniques including but not limited to drawing, mono-printing, screen-printing, collage ...
This course enables participants to spend a morning (10am-12pm), afternoon (1pm-3pm) or full day (10am-3pm) in the studio, building the skills and techniques necessary to practice in watercolour, oil or acrylics. Tutor-...
This course enables participants to spend a morning (10am-12pm), afternoon (1pm-3pm) or full day (10am-3pm) in the studio, building the skills and techniques necessary to practice in watercolour, oil or acrylics. Tutor-...
This course enables participants to spend a morning (10am-12pm), afternoon (1pm-3pm) or full day (10am-3pm) in the studio, building the skills and techniques necessary to practice in watercolour, oil or acrylics. Tutor-...
In this weekly 3-hour drawing workshop students will explore a myriad of drawing techniques. 3D form, texture, pattern and shape will be studied using a vast range of media including pencil, charcoal and pastel, as well...
Why do we draw and does drawing still matter in the age of the internet and the digital image? This one-day course takes these questions as its starting point in order to explore this most basic of human activities. Thr...
This 9-week course introduces students to a range of hand building, moulding and finishing techniques suitable to make both complex functional ceramic pieces as well as sculptural objects. Students will explore a range ...
Take the plunge into the world of shape and form by exploring the language of abstract painting through a range of techniques and approaches while learning how to 'read' abstraction and make sense of it within the conte...
This evening course will encourage participants with some experience of drawing & painting to extend their skills, knowledge and theoretical understanding of fine art practices in a friendly, creative environment. The c...
In this 8-week Friday morning class you will have the chance to explore and develop drawing and painting techniques. You will experiment with paint, collage and mono print to create vibrant landscapes and abstractions. ...
In this one-day workshop, participants will explore the process behind making their own repeat patterns, taking inspiration from nature’s simplified botanical forms. Participants will leave the class with their own larg...
Students can expect step-by-step instruction on materials, colour-mixing, application, drawing and subject matter to gain confidence before exploring and experimenting with this versatile and surprising medium.
...
This 6-week course will be perfect for participants an introduction to or re-entry into drawing and painting. Participants will experiment with a variety of materials such as pencils, charcoal, pastels, pen, ink and pai...
The class with allow each participating artist or designer to develop strategies in advancing their studio practice. Work will be developed individually. There will be emphasis in building a community invested in sharin...
During this workshop we will use the playful and accessible techniques of collage and appropriation to create new pieces of creative writing. We will draw upon the language that surrounds us, from song lyrics, news repo...
We are pleased to invite you to our annual Christmas Fayre, showcasing a range of local festive items and gift ideas. From foodie treats including homemade fudge, jams and chutneys, to handmade jewellery, a whole array ...
An afternoon of festive music and singing by Stuart on the Piano, in the atmospheric surroundings of the Music room. You can expect all of the festive standards and audience singing is always welcome!
Enjoy a drink ...
Fiona has put together a recital of classical and well loved Festive standards for this entertaining afternoon in the Music Room.
Mezzo Sopramo Fiona will be accompanied on the piano and the afternoon with finish wi...
Your last opportunity for some festive merriment in this years calendar is our evening piano concert with Stuart singing festive favourites with a few extras thrown in.
The concert will take place in the in the atmo...
It’s difficult to imagine a more special setting to bring in the bells than House for an Art Lover. Start off the celebrations at 7pm with champagne and canapés, followed by a 3 course meal with wine in the atmospheric ...
Due to the success of last year's "Songs Round The Piano" Moira Kerr and her accompanist Barry McKillop, are returning to The House For An Art Lover for another lunchtime recital.
This year, Moira will be singing th...
Join us for the Sunday wine club and spend a leisurely afternoon in the capable hands of Somellier Johnny Walker, who will lead you through each wine, beautifully matched to the specially prepared seasonal lunch menu by...
Due to the success of last year's "Songs Round The Piano" Moira Kerr and her accompanist Barry McKillop, are returning to The House For An Art Lover for another lunchtime recital.
This year, Moira will be singing th...
To mark the 150th anniversary of the birth of Mackintosh this year we have invited engineer visionary Graham Roxburgh to join with our guide James Winnett to give an insight into Charles and the drawings which led to th...
Join our cast, Madeleine Smith, Pierre L’Angelier, Janet Smith, James Smith, William Minnoch and Christina Haggart the maid in the year 1857 as they celebrate Madeleine’s birthday but do BEWARE, because all is not as it...
Our open day is the ideal opportunity to pop in have a wander and see the Mackintosh Suite as it would be set for a wedding. We will have some drinks and canapés to try and plenty of the team to chat to you about the op...
Our art class brochures are also available online:
If you require any further information or advice on our art courses, please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or telephone 0141 427 9557 during office hours.
Hand build your own pots/objects and discover the excitement of a raku firing!
In the two hour hand-building workshop you will be shown a basic technique with which to make at least two forms (including a bottle/vas...
Designed to entertain, educate and inspire a love of art in children. We will explore craft, sculpture and making to allow the little makers to find their own creative flow and discover the joys of making! These fun and...
In this more advanced making class, young participants will experiment with craft, sculpture and making to create accomplished works to be proud of! Through these classes they will start to understand their own creativi...
Discover the unlimited possibilities of imaginative art making! This course offers children the opportunity to explore the potential of their imagination and develop their artistic skills through a variety of new creati...
Explore printmaking, drawing, sculpture and mark making inspired by unique techniques used by great artists in history. Using the inspiring art deco setting of House for an Art Lover, this course will introduce particip...
In this workshop we will explore some of the fundamentals of creative writing through quick and playful exercises, and take inspiration from reading and discussing key writers in poetry and fiction.
Joanna is runnin...
Ceramics Studio is a 6 week studio class for those wanting to practice their Ceramics in a supported environment, with a tutor at hand to advise in any project. Materials and kiln firings are available, but you also ha...
This evening course will encourage participants with some experience of drawing & painting to extend their skills, knowledge and theoretical understanding of fine art practices in a friendly, creative environment. The c...
SORRY THIS CLASS IS FULLY BOOKED - AM AND PM CLASSES STILL AVAILABLE
This course enables participants to spend a morning (10am-12pm), afternoon (1pm-3pm) or full day (10am-3pm) in the studio, building the skills and...
This course enables participants to spend a morning (10am-12pm), afternoon (1pm-3pm) or full day (10am-3pm) in the studio, building the skills and techniques necessary to practice in watercolour, oil or acrylics. Tutor-...
This course enables participants to spend a morning (10am-12pm), afternoon (1pm-3pm) or full day (10am-3pm) in the studio, building the skills and techniques necessary to practice in watercolour, oil or acrylics. Tutor-...
Indulge yourself in a weekend of creativity! This workshop will help release your inner expression through the exploration of drawing and painting techniques. You will experiment with paint, collage and mono print to cr...
This course will focus on an experimental approach to monoprinting, working on both paper and cloth. Content and image will be established from individual interests in conjunction with developing a visual understanding ...
This 10-week course will help participants gain confidence through developing a strong set of artistic skillsin drawing and painting. Participants will experiment with a variety of materials such as pencils, charcoal, p...
We’ll be starting this 10 week course off by covering basics such as mixing colours, application and consistency of paint, before moving on to choice of subject, development of ideas and approaches to starting a piece, ...
During this weekend you will learn the skills of stencilling, gesso making and appliqué, all cherished and practised by Mackintosh at the turn of the century. You will learn the techniques from scratch and practise them...
During this workshop we will explore the immediate surroundings of House for an Art Lover through reading, writing and walking. There is a rich tradition of writing through walking in the city, from Virginia Woolf to Te...
This course enables participants to spend a morning (10am-12pm), afternoon (1pm-3pm) or full day (10am-3pm) in the studio, building the skills and techniques necessary to practice in watercolour, oil or acrylics. Tutor-...
This course enables participants to spend a morning (10am-12pm), afternoon (1pm-3pm) or full day (10am-3pm) in the studio, building the skills and techniques necessary to practice in watercolour, oil or acrylics. Tutor-...
This course enables participants to spend a morning (10am-12pm), afternoon (1pm-3pm) or full day (10am-3pm) in the studio, building the skills and techniques necessary to practice in watercolour, oil or acrylics. Tutor-...
In this one-day workshop, participants will explore the process behind making their own repeat patterns, taking inspiration from some of Mackintosh’s own celebrated textile designs dating from the late 1910’s early 1920...
This class is designed to entertain, educate and inspire a love of art in children. We will explore craft, sculpture and making to allow the little makers to find their own creative flow and discover the joys of making!...
In this more advanced making class, young participants will experiment with craft, sculpture and making to create accomplished works to be proud of! Through the classes the young people will start to understand their ow...
In this class the young narrators will have an opportunity to explore storytelling through a wide range of exciting materials and techniques including but not limited to drawing, mono-printing, screen-printing, collage ...
In this class the young narrators will have an opportunity to explore storytelling through a wide range of exciting materials and techniques including but not limited to drawing, mono-printing, screen-printing, collage ...
This course enables participants to spend a morning (10am-12pm), afternoon (1pm-3pm) or full day (10am-3pm) in the studio, building the skills and techniques necessary to practice in watercolour, oil or acrylics. Tutor-...
This course enables participants to spend a morning (10am-12pm), afternoon (1pm-3pm) or full day (10am-3pm) in the studio, building the skills and techniques necessary to practice in watercolour, oil or acrylics. Tutor-...
This course enables participants to spend a morning (10am-12pm), afternoon (1pm-3pm) or full day (10am-3pm) in the studio, building the skills and techniques necessary to practice in watercolour, oil or acrylics. Tutor-...
In this weekly 3-hour drawing workshop students will explore a myriad of drawing techniques. 3D form, texture, pattern and shape will be studied using a vast range of media including pencil, charcoal and pastel, as well...
Why do we draw and does drawing still matter in the age of the internet and the digital image? This one-day course takes these questions as its starting point in order to explore this most basic of human activities. Thr...
This 9-week course introduces students to a range of hand building, moulding and finishing techniques suitable to make both complex functional ceramic pieces as well as sculptural objects. Students will explore a range ...
Take the plunge into the world of shape and form by exploring the language of abstract painting through a range of techniques and approaches while learning how to 'read' abstraction and make sense of it within the conte...
This evening course will encourage participants with some experience of drawing & painting to extend their skills, knowledge and theoretical understanding of fine art practices in a friendly, creative environment. The c...
In this 8-week Friday morning class you will have the chance to explore and develop drawing and painting techniques. You will experiment with paint, collage and mono print to create vibrant landscapes and abstractions. ...
In this one-day workshop, participants will explore the process behind making their own repeat patterns, taking inspiration from nature’s simplified botanical forms. Participants will leave the class with their own larg...
Students can expect step-by-step instruction on materials, colour-mixing, application, drawing and subject matter to gain confidence before exploring and experimenting with this versatile and surprising medium.
...
This 6-week course will be perfect for participants an introduction to or re-entry into drawing and painting. Participants will experiment with a variety of materials such as pencils, charcoal, pastels, pen, ink and pai...
The class with allow each participating artist or designer to develop strategies in advancing their studio practice. Work will be developed individually. There will be emphasis in building a community invested in sharin...
During this workshop we will use the playful and accessible techniques of collage and appropriation to create new pieces of creative writing. We will draw upon the language that surrounds us, from song lyrics, news repo...
We are pleased to invite you to our annual Christmas Fayre, showcasing a range of local festive items and gift ideas. From foodie treats including homemade fudge, jams and chutneys, to handmade jewellery, a whole array ...
An afternoon of festive music and singing by Stuart on the Piano, in the atmospheric surroundings of the Music room. You can expect all of the festive standards and audience singing is always welcome!
Enjoy a drink ...
Fiona has put together a recital of classical and well loved Festive standards for this entertaining afternoon in the Music Room.
Mezzo Sopramo Fiona will be accompanied on the piano and the afternoon with finish wi...
Your last opportunity for some festive merriment in this years calendar is our evening piano concert with Stuart singing festive favourites with a few extras thrown in.
The concert will take place in the in the atmo...
It’s difficult to imagine a more special setting to bring in the bells than House for an Art Lover. Start off the celebrations at 7pm with champagne and canapés, followed by a 3 course meal with wine in the atmospheric ...
