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ADULT COURSES, WORKSHOPS & SEMINARS
Art gallery
Textured Abstract Wall
Artists Painting Studio
Winter Art Gatherings
Seminar & Tour of the National Portrait Gallery

FREE event for the elderly!


Dates
Wednesday, 21st January 2026
(Fully Booked)
Wednesday, 28th January 2026 (Fully Booked)
Wednesday, 18th February 2026

Topic
The Tudor Dynasty

This seminar explores the rich world of Tudor portraiture, examining how artists captured power, identity, and symbolism in the courts of Henry VIII and Elizabeth I. Participants will analyse Tudor art considering both artistic technique and political messaging. 

Time
10:30am-11:30m - Tour of the National Portrait Gallery 
      12:00pm-14:00 - Seminar 
/ Networking

Location
Central London
(Nearest stations are Leicester Square, Charing Cross and Piccadilly Circus)

Price
Free of charge
(Includes all study materials, drinks and refreshments) 


Please note: This event is for people aged 60+
Places are limited. 

If you would like to attend this event, please submit the Application Form below




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Drawing and Painting Still Life 

4-Week Art Course
FREE course for the elderly!


Dates
Week 1 - Friday, 30th January 2026
Week 2 - Friday, 6th February 2026
Week 3 - Friday, 13th February 2026
Week 4 - Friday, 20th February 2026

 

Topic
During the 4 weeks of this course, participants will learn basic skills of using various mediums (charcoal, graphite, watercolor, acrylics and oils) to create wonderful still life artworks.

Time
Group A- 11:00 - 13:00
Group B - 13:30 - 15:30
(Please select your preferred time at registration)

Location

Grays
(Nearest station: Grays (c2c line), which accepts Oyster cards and contactless payments. The location is easily accessible from central London and is approximately 10 minutes from the A13 and M25 for those travelling by car)


Price
Free of charge
(Includes all study materials, drinks and refreshments) 


Please note: This event is for people aged 60+
Places are limited.
If you would like to attend this course, please submit the Application Form below

Application Form

Please note: Due to limited availability, individuals can apply for a free placement only for ONE of the above programmes (either for the seminar & tour of the National Portrait Gallery OR for the 4-week art course). Please DO NOT apply for multiple programmes. Please choose only ONE.
This will allow more people to attend our free programmes.

Thank you for registering!

MONITORING FORM

What seminars/workshops/classes would you be interested in attending?

Please select all that apply Required

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N202431570

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