Arts & Workshops
At OCA, we’re passionate about bringing creativity to life and making our local community a brighter, more inspiring place.
Our inclusive, friendly, and accessible creative workshops and community activities, provide opportunities for people to explore new skills, express themselves, and turn their ideas into reality.
Workshops
At OCA, there’s always something new to spark your creativity! Our ever-evolving programme of workshops covers everything from art history and sketching to drawing, textiles, and so much more. We’re always on the lookout for fresh, exciting ideas to add to the mix, so if there’s something you’d love to see, don’t be shy… get in touch and share your suggestions. We’d absolutely love to hear from you!
Upcoming workshops
Art History
Art History with Sarah Gathercole is a fantastic and engaging lecture series that takes participants on a journey through the rich and fascinating story of art.
From the earliest cave paintings and ancient civilisations to the masterpieces of the Renaissance and the innovations of contemporary art, each session explores a different chapter in the history of human creativity.
Held during the Spring and Autumn terms, these friendly and accessible lectures are perfect for anyone with an interest in art.
Come along, discover new perspectives, and enjoy learning something new in great company.
Stay in the know
Stay in the loop with everything happening in our Art Department by following our Arts & Creativity Officer, Gemma, on Instagram and Pinterest!
From first looks at the latest studio schedule of events and introductions to incredible artists, you’ll get a front-row seat to all the creativity.
If you love art, inspiration, and being the first to know, this is the place to be!
