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Art to Boost Creative Confidence - New Milton Library - Thursday 15th, 22nd, 29th January and 5th February 2026 - 10.00am

Art to Boost Creative Confidence - New Milton Library - Thursday 15th, 22nd, 29th January and 5th February 2026 - 10.00am

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Art to Boost Creative Confidence

New Milton Library

Thursday 15th, 22nd, 29th January and 5th February 2026 

10.00am to 12.30pm

An introduction to the building blocks of art and the work of different artists to boost creative confidence and benefit health and wellbeing.

Learning Goals:

  • Design and create at least three artworks using a range of exciting painting, drawing and collage techniques.
  • Identify and discuss different artworks and use them to experiment with materials.
  • Choose at least one art material or technique which is completely new to you.
  • Describe common art elements and how they can help express ideas.
  • Identify and define how creative activities can benefit health and wellbeing.

About the Course: 

Use the building blocks of art (line, colour, shape and texture) and the work of different artists to express yourself, have fun and try out new techniques.
Benefits of creative activities include helping process thoughts, relax, practice self-care, connect with others, embrace mistakes, experiment and try things out.
This course aims to boost creative confidence, helping you to make unique, personal artworks which communicate your interests and ideas.

Who is this course for: This course, funded by UK government is for Hampshire residents aged 19+ who would like to create for fun with like-minded people.

Previous knowledge or experience: No knowledge of art or previous experience required

How will I learn: Through observation, discussion and practical, hands-on tasks

How will I be assessed: Tutor observation and individual work

What shall I bring: A sketchbook or plain sheets of paper (minimum 140 lb (300 gsm) if possible, so that pages are thick enough to withstand paint and glue), Glue (PVA or a glue stick, for example), Craft, Acrylic or Gouache Paint (in a minimum of red, yellow and blue) Paintbrushes, Water pot, Palette, Ruler, Collage Materials (coloured paper, old magazines, junk mail and other scraps), Sketching Pencils (2B, 4B and 8B, for example), Scissors. If you have them, you might also wish to bring along Wax Crayons, Oil Pastels or Felt Tip Pens to experiment with

Next steps: Further Art courses to include Drawing and Step by Step Watercolour workshops

This course, funded by Hampshire Achieves, is aimed at Hampshire residents aged 19+. Attendance is expected at each session to ensure that you get the most out of your learning experience and to minimise disruption for other learners. Please advise the venue/tutor of any absence you may have. If you have limited mobility which could affect your ability to safely self-evacuate, please let us know when booking.

You will be contacted by a member of the learning in Libraries team prior to the course. We are unable to process your booking without a phone number.

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