Student painting with a large paintbrush

Join artist Cathy Read in an art class and learn how to release your creativity.

Are you ready to discover the artist within? At Cathy’s art classes, she’ll provide a nurturing environment for you to unleash your creativity and explore new techniques. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced artist, Cathy will adapt the classes to cater to all levels. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to explore your passion for art and take your skills to new heights. Enroll today and let your imagination soar!

Small Class Sizes, maximum of 7 per class.

Creativity is a constant state of learning and exploring. Giving yourself the permission to play will elevate your art to new levels. Whether you don’t know which end of the brush to use or have been painting for years, you’ll discover something new and exciting.

Cathy Read's Art Class - REAS Group

Learn what you need at your own pace.

During her years working as an occupational therapist Cathy learnt the importance  of adapting courses to individual needs and interests and has the skills to adapt to changes within the lessons. This means that whatever your skill level, what you learn will be just right for where you are in your artistic journey.

student work 3 ©2018 - Cathy Read - Workshop at studio - digital image

Student Work

These  are some examples of art created by students during Cathy’s Classes

Student work 2©2018 - Cathy Read - Workshop at studio - digital image
Student work 2©2018 - Cathy Read - Workshop at studio - digital image
Art Student Paintings

Testimonials from course attendees

Students creating at Cathy Read Art Class

Available Art Classes

Expressive Watercolour

Watercolour is one of the hardest mediums to use. With a few simple tips, you can learn how to use this most expressive of mediums and liberate your painting style.
Tuesdays: 7-9pm
£35 per class or £145 block of 5 classes.

Mixed Media Exploration

Like some variety in your art? This class will explore various media as well as combining media to dramatic effect. Figure out where your passion lies. Saturday: 9:30-11:30am.
£35 per class or £145 block of 5 classes.

Bespoke Classes

Want to work with a group of friends or create a unique team building experience for your employees? Click below for more information and to make an enquiry about how we can tailor make something specifically for you. At a time and date that works best for you.

Course Dates

Paints on palette, brushes, canvas

Mixed Media Exploration

Saturday: 9:30am-12:30pm (6 Week Block) Next Dates 2nd November- 16th December (No lesson on 16th November)

Student painting with a large paintbrush

Expressive Watercolour

Friday: 9:30am-12:30pm
(6 Week Block)
10th January 2025 - 14th February 2025

Paints on palette, brushes, canvas

Mixed Media Exploration​

Saturdays: 9:30-11:30am (6 Week Block) 11th Januray 2025 - 15th Februrary 2025

Student painting with a large paintbrush

Expressive Watercolour

Friday: 9:30am-12:30pm (5 Week Block) Next Dates 28th February 2025 - 11th April 2025 (No lesson on the 7th March)

Course Venue

Scroll to Top