PAINTING

CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS IN LEEDS

Learn to paint with professional artist tutors

Discover the joy of painting at Northlight Arts Centre with a range of inspiring workshops led by professional artists. Our art centre in Leeds offers painting classes for all levels – from beginners picking up a brush for the first time to experienced artists looking to refine their techniques. Our courses cover a variety of styles and mediums, including acrylic, oil, abstracts and palette knife painting.

Learn expressive acrylic techniques with local artist Heather Burton, whose palette knife workshops explore texture, colour, and bold mark-making. Or explore the world of oil painting with Tessa Houghton, an accomplished painter known for her atmospheric contemporary seascapes and landscapes. Each workshop provides expert tuition in a friendly, supportive environment, helping you to grow your skills and create artworks to be proud of.

Whether you’re interested in oil painting workshops, trying your hand at palette knife painting, or joining our popular watercolour courses, there’s something for all interests. Explore our upcoming painting workshops below:

Palette Knife Painting Workshop with Heather Burton

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Palette Knife Painting

Join local artist Heather Burton for a dynamic workshop in palette knife painting, where you’ll create a bold and expressive acrylic painting from start to finish. Heather will guide you through the process step by step, showing you how to correctly apply and layer colour on canvas to achieve strong composition, tonal value, and striking texture.

This workshop is perfect for both beginners wanting to try something new and experienced painters looking to loosen up their style. By the end of the day, you’ll leave with a magnificent finished painting to take home.

All materials are provided – including paints, canvas, and palette knives – so all you need to bring is yourself and an inspiring subject matter. Work from a favourite photo or a meaningful object to make your artwork personal.

  • Date: Saturday 15th November

  • Time: 10am – 2pm

  • Price: £68.50 + £1 booking fee (all materials included)

  • Location: Northlight Arts Centre, Leeds (free parking available; buses 2 and 3 from Leeds City Centre, alight at Lidl Supermarket)

Spaces are limited – book early to secure your place!