Exciting Art Classes in Bristol to Try This Summer

Summer has arrived, which makes it the perfect time to get out of the house and indulge your inner Picasso with our range of art classes in Bristol! Whether you’d like to fill those long, balmy evenings with a little creativity, you’ve been searching for a brand new hobby or you’re just looking for fun things to do during summer now the warmer weather is here, our range of art workshops and craft sessions will tick all the boxes! 

Wherever you are in beautiful Bristol, there’s an art workshop or painting class for you; take a stroll through vibrant Gloucester Road and discover how to capture colourful landscapes during an iPhone photography class, head to a bustling cafe in Clifton for a paint and sip workshop or learn to paint on the water at a marbling art class at an airy art studio in the Harbourside area. Whether you’re a promising portrait photographer, a fluid art enthusiast, or a drink and draw fan, our Bristol art classes will get those creative juices flowing in no time!

Not the arty type? Don’t worry! Even if you’ve never picked up a paintbrush before, you’ll be able to have fun, learn some great skills and make plenty of new friends – and isn’t that what life is all about? So, if you're looking for fun days out in Bristol this summer, we’ve got you covered our top five art classes that are sure to make this season your most creative one yet!

Team painting with cocktails at a Bristol paint and sip class

Searching for cool things to do in Bristol with your team that'll get the good times flowing this summer? There’s nothing quite like a refreshing tipple on a warm evening, which is why we think you’ll love our fun paint and sip classes in the heart of the South West. The perfect way to celebrate longer, lighter days, painting with cocktails combines some much-needed creativity with some tasty refreshments!

At our Bristol sip and paint class, you’ll enjoy a few hours of creative tuition from one of our experienced local artists, who will show you how to create your very own wall-worthy masterpiece. Whether your team is looking fun Bristol activities that will help you all to explore the arty side of your city, or you're simply looking for some fun bonding time, a paint and sip class is sure to tick your boxes.  

Your teacher will provide all the materials you need in your own paint and sip kit, so all you have to do is sit back, relax and let your creativity flow! Whatever your drink preference and art style, there’s a sip and paint session for you; team prosecco with pet portraits, fresh lemonade with landscapes, or macchiato with modern art! You’ll be able to choose your own colours and materials, so it’s ideal for all experience levels – whether this is your first ever painting class or you’ve got some serious brush skills under your belt, you can join in and have fun. You’ll be creating your own gallery wall in no time!

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Sketch up a storm at a drawing class

Our art classes are the perfect way to combine your love for creative pastimes like drawing, doodling, and painting with your love of beautiful Bristol. You’ll be visiting some of the South West’s most iconic landmarks during your visit to one of our drawing classes; enjoy the panoramic views from Clifton Down, soak up the beautiful sea views from Harbourside or wander through the cobbled streets and bustling markets of Corn Street. No matter where you decide to visit, you’ll be able to capture it all on paper – don’t worry if you haven’t done any sketching before; even if you don’t consider yourself an artist, we think you’ll find that going back to basics with pencils and paper is one of the most relaxing Bristol activities you’ll find this summer!

All of our drawing classes include step-by-step tuition from one of our experienced artists, either at a modern, spacious art studio or outdoors in a beautiful part of Bristol, so you’ll be in safe hands for the whole session. You’ll learn to work with pencils and charcoal on paper to create simple sketches that will help develop your artistic abilities; no previous experience is necessary, and we’ll provide you with all the equipment you could possibly need! 

Get snap happy at a smartphone photography workshop

If you’re looking for new ways to take advantage of the long, summer days in the South West, we think our iPhone photography classes are the perfect way to do just that! Whether you’re planning on visiting Bristol for a city break or you just live in the area, now is the perfect time to discover how to capture all the breathtaking views and iconic landmarks with your smartphone camera. Take a stroll through the vibrant city on an outdoor photography tour and use your iPhone camera to explore the beautiful sights, sounds, and shops, or head inside to a sleek studio and learn from a photography pro how to take the most polished-looking portraits and still-life photos. 

In our smartphone photography class, we’ll teach you everything you need to know about taking great pictures with your phone; from beginner tips and tricks such as taking shots in different lighting conditions, to advanced techniques for exposure, aperture, and composition. Once you’ve captured a few images, your talented teacher will take you through the editing process and you’ll learn how to crop, brighten and polish your photos to perfection so they’re really Instagram ready.

Learn how to paint on the water with a paper marbling session

If you’re looking for a fun, creative activity that the kids will love or you just want to spend a few hours relaxing with your friends, our paper marbling art classes in Bristol are the perfect way to do just that! You’ll head to a beautiful art studio in the heart of the city, where you’ll learn how to paint on water and create impressive handmade papers, bookmarks, notecards, and more. Whether you’re looking for an unusual painting class or just fancy some fun things to do in Bristol now the days are getting longer, we think this session is right up your street.

During your paper marbling session in Bristol, you’ll be guided by an expert artist through every step of the process as you combine your love of creativity with your passion for colour. Using specialized inks on paper or fabric, you’ll learn how to create mesmerizing swirls, intricate patterns, and abstract designs in beautiful colours that will make your piece stand out from the rest; regardless of your artistic ability or experience level (or even if this is your first time creating anything crafty at all!). We think it will be hard not to fall in love with this technique! You’ll finish the session with some new creative friends, a host of fresh skills, and some beautiful marbled papers to transform into your own handmade invitations, beautiful bookmarks, and wonderful wall art.