Art on the doorstep

Gravesham’s new home for the visual arts is the St George’s Arts Centre conveniently located in Gravesend town centre. With it’s beautiful gallery space and adjacent cafe it compliments the borough’s St Andrew’s Centre and the Blake Gallery facilities. The last few months have seen successful shows from local artists, national touring exhibitions and numerous weekly arts workshops. Our positive geography means we also benefit greatly from links with the the Estuary Festival, England’s Creative Coast initiatives and the emerging Ebbsfleet Garden City cultural development.

Paint Your Partner Date Night
Feb
13

Paint Your Partner Date Night

St George’s Arts Centre, Gravesend

This Valentine's why not add some cheeky fun to your romantic date night? 

Come along to the Arts Centre Cafe and add some creative flair to your relationship.

Be charming and flattering or just have some fun painting your partner's portrait.  The results are sure to have you giggling! 

Included are chocolates, and a glass of wine or lager so bring your partner, friend or family member and join us for an hilarious date night! 

Tickets are £15 per couple and must be booked in advance from the cafe. 

13th February, 6pm - 8pm.

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We Remember
Mar
4
to 16 Mar

We Remember

St George’s Arts Centre, Gravesend

The 'We Remember' exhibition has been curated to pay tribute to families who have been through baby loss and/or pregnancy after loss.

The exhibition has been organised by three charities supporting families through baby loss and pregnancy after loss within the local area - Abigail's Footsteps, The Worst Girl Gang Ever and Willow's Rainbow Box.

The purpose of the exhibition is to raise awareness of the journey families go through, raise awareness of local support available and to give families a creative opportunity to process their emotions.

The works displayed are a combination of open call pieces and installations co-produced by artist, Sonnia Montes and families connected with the three charities.

Please be aware that the content of this exhibition may be upsetting for some.

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Life Drawing Class
Dec
20

Life Drawing Class

St George’s Arts Centre, Gravesend

Come and join us at the St Georges Arts Centre for a 2 hour life drawing class with Artist, Andy Hopton.

We will provide a model, paper and charcoal as well as easels and boards.

Please bring anything else you want to use with you. Models may be male or female.

To book your place  on any / all of the following sessions: 25th October, 29th November, 20th December from 7pm - 9pm, click on the link below:

https://www.artisforall.co.uk/product-page/life-drawing-class

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Beaded Felt Bauble - a workshop with Mona Whitton
Dec
18

Beaded Felt Bauble - a workshop with Mona Whitton

St George’s Arts Centre, Gravesend

Using the wet felt technique, you will initially make a simple bauble, before having the opportunity to embellish your bauble with embroidery and baubles.

Suitable for ages 16+

Workshops must be booked in advance.

We aim for our workshops to be as inclusive as possible and invite everyone to attend. However, if the participant has additional needs, please contact us in advance so that we can make our facilitators aware. 

Photography and Videography may take place at any of our workshops/events for future advertising. We will always make you aware before we take any photographs, and if we intend to take shots other than completed artwork, backs of heads or hands, then we will always ask you to complete a permission form beforehand. Should you not wish to be photographed at all, please inform the member of staff.

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Beaded Felt Bauble - a workshop with Mona Whitton
Dec
18

Beaded Felt Bauble - a workshop with Mona Whitton

St George’s Arts Centre, Gravesend

Using the wet felt technique, you will initially make a simple bauble, before having the opportunity to embellish your bauble with embroidery and baubles.

Suitable for ages 16+

Workshops must be booked in advance.

We aim for our workshops to be as inclusive as possible and invite everyone to attend. However, if the participant has additional needs, please contact us in advance so that we can make our facilitators aware. 

Photography and Videography may take place at any of our workshops/events for future advertising. We will always make you aware before we take any photographs, and if we intend to take shots other than completed artwork, backs of heads or hands, then we will always ask you to complete a permission form beforehand. Should you not wish to be photographed at all, please inform the member of staff.

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Baileys & Baubles
Dec
11

Baileys & Baubles

The Arts Cafe, St George’s Arts Centre, Gravesend

Join Artist, Mona Whitton in our Arts Centre Cafe for a fun workshop creating your own decorative bauble for your Christmas Tree whilst savouring a cheeky Baileys! 

Guaranteed to get you in the Christmas spirit.

Please buy you tickets in advance from the Arts Cafe in the St George's Arts Centre.

Suitable for ages 18+

We aim for our workshops to be as inclusive as possible and invite everyone to attend. However, if the participant has additional needs, please contact us in advance so that we can make our facilitators aware.

Photography and Videography may take place at any of our workshops/events. We will always make you aware before we take any photographs/videos, and if we intend to take shots other than completed artwork, backs of heads or hands, then we will always ask you to complete a permission form beforehand. Should you not wish to be photographed/videoed at all, please inform the photographer/videographer.

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Behind The Curtain - Theatre Inspired Arts & Crafts
Nov
30

Behind The Curtain - Theatre Inspired Arts & Crafts

The Blake Gallery, The Woodville, Civic Centre, Gravesend

Behind the Curtain - Art and Craft Workshops inspired by elements of the theatre

Come and have fun making your own Angel, using fabrics, ribbons, beads and much more. Play with a variety of styles to give your Angel a unique character. Fun and Friendly art and craft sessions for kids and their gown ups! Led by Artist Sonnia Montes, you will have plenty of opportunity to explore a variety of skills and different art and craft techniques, creating work inspired by different elements of the theatre.

For ages 10 and under.

All children must be accompanied by an appropriate adult throughout the session.

Workshops must be booked in advance via the Woodville Box Office. 

One adult crafting with the child for free if they wish to.

We aim for our workshops to be as inclusive as possible and invite everyone to attend. However, if the participant has additional needs, please contact us in advance so that we can make our facilitators aware.

Photography and Videography may take place at any of our workshops/events for future advertising. We will always make you aware before we take any photographs, and if we intend to take shots other than completed artwork, backs of heads or hands, then we will always ask you to complete a permission form beforehand. Should you not wish to be photographed at all, please inform the member of staff. 

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Behind The Curtain - Theatre Inspired Arts & Crafts
Nov
30

Behind The Curtain - Theatre Inspired Arts & Crafts

The Blake Gallery, The Woodville, Civic Centre, Gravesend

Behind the Curtain - Art and Craft Workshops inspired by elements of the theatre

Come and have fun making your own Angel, using fabrics, ribbons, beads and much more. Play with a variety of styles to give your Angel a unique character. Fun and Friendly art and craft sessions for kids and their gown ups! Led by Artist Sonnia Montes, you will have plenty of opportunity to explore a variety of skills and different art and craft techniques, creating work inspired by different elements of the theatre.

For ages 10 and under.

All children must be accompanied by an appropriate adult throughout the session.

Workshops must be booked in advance via the Woodville Box Office. 

One adult crafting with the child for free if they wish to.

We aim for our workshops to be as inclusive as possible and invite everyone to attend. However, if the participant has additional needs, please contact us in advance so that we can make our facilitators aware.

Photography and Videography may take place at any of our workshops/events for future advertising. We will always make you aware before we take any photographs, and if we intend to take shots other than completed artwork, backs of heads or hands, then we will always ask you to complete a permission form beforehand. Should you not wish to be photographed at all, please inform the member of staff. 

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Life Drawing Class
Nov
29

Life Drawing Class

St George’s Arts Centre, Gravesend

Come and join us at the St Georges Arts Centre for a 2 hour life drawing class with Artist, Andy Hopton.

We will provide a model, paper and charcoal as well as easels and boards.

Please bring anything else you want to use with you. Models may be male or female.

To book your place  on any / all of the following sessions: 25th October, 29th November, 20th December from 7pm - 9pm, click on the link below:

https://www.artisforall.co.uk/product-page/life-drawing-class

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Pour & Paint Arty Party - Nov
Nov
28

Pour & Paint Arty Party - Nov

St George’s Arts Centre, St George’s Shopping Centre, Gravesend

A fun, informal evening of creativity suitable for any level of experience.

Pick up a brush, pour a drink and get creative making various still life scenes based upon different themes.

Our Artist Cam Stubbs will be on hand to offer tips and advice as you create your masterpieces.

Strictly for ages 18+ only

£7pp includes Prosecco, Wine or Juice

Must be booked in advance, unfortunately we’re unable to accept walk ins.

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Garlands & Glass Exhibition
Nov
26
to 5 Dec

Garlands & Glass Exhibition

St George’s Arts Centre, Gravesend

Local stained glass artist, Mona Whitton brings two of her passions together in this seasonal exhibition.  She will be exhibiting a range of stained glass and Christmas pieces guaranteed to put you in the festive mood.  Whether you are looking for a unique gift or a family heirloom decoration, you are sure to find something you love (something that fits the bill) in this exhibition.

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Creative Play: Explore, Express, Grow - A Mindful Creativity Workshop Programme
Nov
21

Creative Play: Explore, Express, Grow - A Mindful Creativity Workshop Programme

St George’s Arts Centre, St George’s Shopping Centre, Gravesend

Join artist Mud for an exciting series of 6 workshops where you will practice self-expression, play and experiment, and have fun in a creative, non-judgmental, and empowering environment. 

These workshops are not about artistic skills or innate talent: but about playing with art in fun and interesting ways. In these workshops you will make masks, create postcards to your future selves, paint to a selection of music, and more. We will begin each session with a ‘Freeing the Mind’ warm-up exercise that will influence and inspire our final piece in some way. These often unusual activities are designed to encourage you to loosen up by unleashing your inner creativity. 

The sessions themselves will be light-hearted; in a laid back environment where everyone is welcome to engage and experiment with art, express their ideas, and connect with others. We will be supportive and mindful of ourselves and others. In these workshops there is no right or wrong way of creating. 

Everything is open to interpretation and we value imperfection for what it is: 

“Imperfection inspires invention, imagination, creativity. It stimulates. The more I feel imperfect, the more I feel alive.” ― Jhumpa Lahiri

Dates and Projects: Six Weeks - Six Projects. 
Please book each session separately. Suitable for 18yrs + 

Session 6: 23rd November
Drawing Huge (Continuous Line Drawing)

In this final session, you’ll experience the freedom of creating large-scale drawings. 

After a welcome and introduction, we'll engage in a 'Freeing the Mind' activity: Continuous Line Drawing, where you’ll create continuous line drawings to break free from creative constraints. 

Following a break, you’ll work on collaborative and expansive artworks, playing with scale and form. 

We’ll conclude the session with a reflection and group discussion on the experience of working on such a large scale 

Bring: found objects and materials to draw with: leaves, twigs, trash etc.

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Painted Glass Candle Holder - A workshop with Mona Whitton
Nov
20

Painted Glass Candle Holder - A workshop with Mona Whitton

St George’s Arts Centre, Gravesend

Using outliners and glass paints, you will create your own tealight holder in a design of your choice.

Suitable for ages 16+

Workshops must be booked in advance.

We aim for our workshops to be as inclusive as possible and invite everyone to attend. However, if the participant has additional needs, please contact us in advance so that we can make our facilitators aware.  

Photography and Videography may take place at any of our workshops/events for future advertising. We will always make you aware before we take any photographs, and if we intend to take shots other than completed artwork, backs of heads or hands, then we will always ask you to complete a permission form beforehand. Should you not wish to be photographed at all, please inform the member of staff.

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Painted Glass Candle Holder - A workshop with Mona Whitton
Nov
20

Painted Glass Candle Holder - A workshop with Mona Whitton

St George’s Arts Centre, Gravesend

Using outliners and glass paints, you will create your own tealight holder in a design of your choice.

Suitable for ages 16+

Workshops must be booked in advance.

We aim for our workshops to be as inclusive as possible and invite everyone to attend. However, if the participant has additional needs, please contact us in advance so that we can make our facilitators aware.  

Photography and Videography may take place at any of our workshops/events for future advertising. We will always make you aware before we take any photographs, and if we intend to take shots other than completed artwork, backs of heads or hands, then we will always ask you to complete a permission form beforehand. Should you not wish to be photographed at all, please inform the member of staff.

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Creative Play: Explore, Express, Grow - A Mindful Creativity Workshop Programme
Nov
14

Creative Play: Explore, Express, Grow - A Mindful Creativity Workshop Programme

St George’s Arts Centre, St George’s Shopping Centre, Gravesend

Join artist Mud for an exciting series of 6 workshops where you will practice self-expression, play and experiment, and have fun in a creative, non-judgmental, and empowering environment. 

These workshops are not about artistic skills or innate talent: but about playing with art in fun and interesting ways. In these workshops you will make masks, create postcards to your future selves, paint to a selection of music, and more. We will begin each session with a ‘Freeing the Mind’ warm-up exercise that will influence and inspire our final piece in some way. These often unusual activities are designed to encourage you to loosen up by unleashing your inner creativity. 

The sessions themselves will be light-hearted; in a laid back environment where everyone is welcome to engage and experiment with art, express their ideas, and connect with others. We will be supportive and mindful of ourselves and others. In these workshops there is no right or wrong way of creating. 

Everything is open to interpretation and we value imperfection for what it is: 

“Imperfection inspires invention, imagination, creativity. It stimulates. The more I feel imperfect, the more I feel alive.” ― Jhumpa Lahiri

Dates and Projects: Six Weeks - Six Projects. 
Please book each session separately. Suitable for 18yrs + 

Session 1:  10th October - Postcards To The Future (Blind Contour Drawing) 

In this session, we'll explore the power of unsent messages through the creation of deeply personal postcards to our future selves. 

We'll begin with a warm welcome and an introduction to the project, followed by a 'Freeing the Mind' activity: Blind Contour Drawing, where you'll draw without looking at your paper to loosen up your creative flow. 

After a brief break, you'll dive into crafting your postcards using collage materials, expressing thoughts and feelings that will never be sent. The session will conclude with a reflection and group discussion on the experience. 

Session 2: 17th October - Painting to Music (Sensory Bag Drawing) 

This workshop invites you to explore the connection between sound and visual art by painting along to music. 

We'll start with a brief introduction and a 'Freeing the Mind' activity: ‘Sensory Bag’ Drawing, where you'll use your senses to guide your artwork. 

After a short break, you'll create your paintings, letting the rhythm and mood of the music influence your brushstrokes. 

We'll wrap up with a reflection and discussion on how the music impacted your creative process. 

Please Bring: music player and headphones

Session 3: 24th October - The Heart vs. The Head (Emotional Mask-Making)

In this session, we’ll delve into the creative tension between emotion and logic by exploring "The Heart vs. The Head." 

After a welcome and introduction, we'll begin with a 'Freeing the Mind' activity: Emotional Mark-Making, where you’ll use your feelings to drive your marks on the paper. 

Following a break, you'll create artworks that reflect the interplay between your heart and mind. 

The session will close with a group reflection and discussion on the balance between emotion and reason in your work.

31st October - BREAK 


Session 4: 7th November
Colours of Memory (Exquisite Corpse) 

For this session we will be playing with colour to recreate the feel of a treasured memory. 

After our welcome and introduction to the workshop we will start with a ‘Freeing the Mind’ activity; ‘Exquisite Corpse’, which is a collaborative game that requires no special skills. 

Next we will have a short break and then move on to the main activity, Colours of Memory, where we will create small concertina booklets filled with swirling swatches of colours that represent a favourite memory.

Session 5: 14th November
Mask Making (Entopic Graphomania) 

Explore identity and self-expression by crafting masks in this session. 

We'll begin with an introduction and a 'Freeing the Mind' activity: Entopic Graphomania, where you’ll connect random dots on a page to create unexpected forms. 

Following a short break, you’ll create your masks, allowing your imagination to guide the design. 

We’ll finish with a reflection and discussion on how the masks represent different facets of identity.


Session 6: 23rd November
Drawing Huge (Continuous Line Drawing)

In this final session, you’ll experience the freedom of creating large-scale drawings. 

After a welcome and introduction, we'll engage in a 'Freeing the Mind' activity: Continuous Line Drawing, where you’ll create continuous line drawings to break free from creative constraints. 

Following a break, you’ll work on collaborative and expansive artworks, playing with scale and form. 

We’ll conclude the session with a reflection and group discussion on the experience of working on such a large scale 

Bring: found objects and materials to draw with: leaves, twigs, trash etc.

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Student Art Exhibition
Nov
13
to 30 Nov

Student Art Exhibition

Blake Gallery, Civic Centre, Gravesend

Come and see the incredible accomplishments of the talented students from across Gravesham in this exhibition curated by Gravesend Youth Council.

The Blake Gallery located in the Civic Centre is open:

Monday - Friday: 9am - 5pm
Saturday: 10am - 2pm
Sunday: Closed 

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Creative Play: Explore, Express, Grow - A Mindful Creativity Workshop Programme
Nov
7

Creative Play: Explore, Express, Grow - A Mindful Creativity Workshop Programme

St George’s Arts Centre, St George’s Shopping Centre, Gravesend

Join artist Mud for an exciting series of 6 workshops where you will practice self-expression, play and experiment, and have fun in a creative, non-judgmental, and empowering environment. 

These workshops are not about artistic skills or innate talent: but about playing with art in fun and interesting ways. In these workshops you will make masks, create postcards to your future selves, paint to a selection of music, and more. We will begin each session with a ‘Freeing the Mind’ warm-up exercise that will influence and inspire our final piece in some way. These often unusual activities are designed to encourage you to loosen up by unleashing your inner creativity. 

The sessions themselves will be light-hearted; in a laid back environment where everyone is welcome to engage and experiment with art, express their ideas, and connect with others. We will be supportive and mindful of ourselves and others. In these workshops there is no right or wrong way of creating. 

Everything is open to interpretation and we value imperfection for what it is: 

“Imperfection inspires invention, imagination, creativity. It stimulates. The more I feel imperfect, the more I feel alive.” ― Jhumpa Lahiri

Dates and Projects: Six Weeks - Six Projects. 
Please book each session separately. Suitable for 18yrs + 

Session 4: 7th November
Colours of Memory (Exquisite Corpse) 

For this session we will be playing with colour to recreate the feel of a treasured memory. 

After our welcome and introduction to the workshop we will start with a ‘Freeing the Mind’ activity; ‘Exquisite Corpse’, which is a collaborative game that requires no special skills. 

Next we will have a short break and then move on to the main activity, Colours of Memory, where we will create small concertina booklets filled with swirling swatches of colours that represent a favourite memory.

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Day of The Dead themed craft workshops
Nov
1

Day of The Dead themed craft workshops

St George’s Arts Centre, St George’s Shopping Centre, Gravesend

Family craft sessions making a Glow In the Dark Lantern and other smaller Day of the Dead arts & crafts.

Participants will be introduced to the Day of the Dead celebrations in Mexico/Latin American countries, before making their lanterns and other decorations. There will be a selection of pre-made stencils and stencil making equipment to accommodate all ages and abilities. Participants will have the opportunity to make up to 3 different decorations. The workshops will be led by artist, Jo Lucy.

Suitable for families

Please note, all children aged 12 and under must be always accompanied by an appropriate adult. Adults do not need to book a ticket for the workshop if helping children only. We aim for our workshops to be as inclusive as possible and invite everyone to attend. However, if the participant has additional needs, please contact us in advance so that we can make our facilitators aware.

Please also note these sessions will take place in the main gallery space within the St George’s Arts Centre, as part of the Halloween exhibition week.

Photography and Videography may take place at any of our workshops/events for future advertising. We will always make you aware before we take any photographs, and if we intend to take shots other than completed artwork, backs of heads or hands, then we will always ask you to complete a permission form beforehand. Should you not wish to be photographed at all, please inform the member of staff.

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Day of The Dead themed craft workshops
Nov
1

Day of The Dead themed craft workshops

St George’s Arts Centre, St George’s Shopping Centre, Gravesend

Family craft sessions making a Glow In the Dark Lantern and other smaller Day of the Dead arts & crafts.

Participants will be introduced to the Day of the Dead celebrations in Mexico/Latin American countries, before making their lanterns and other decorations. There will be a selection of pre-made stencils and stencil making equipment to accommodate all ages and abilities. Participants will have the opportunity to make up to 3 different decorations. The workshops will be led by artist, Jo Lucy.

Suitable for families

Please note, all children aged 12 and under must be always accompanied by an appropriate adult. Adults do not need to book a ticket for the workshop if helping children only. We aim for our workshops to be as inclusive as possible and invite everyone to attend. However, if the participant has additional needs, please contact us in advance so that we can make our facilitators aware.

Please also note these sessions will take place in the main gallery space within the St George’s Arts Centre, as part of the Halloween exhibition week.

Photography and Videography may take place at any of our workshops/events for future advertising. We will always make you aware before we take any photographs, and if we intend to take shots other than completed artwork, backs of heads or hands, then we will always ask you to complete a permission form beforehand. Should you not wish to be photographed at all, please inform the member of staff.

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Halloween Portrait workshop
Oct
31

Halloween Portrait workshop

St George’s Arts Centre, St George’s Shopping Centre, Gravesend

Join Artist, Jonny Dixon for this fun Halloween Workshop.

Come and make a unique Halloween decoration for your home. We'll start by looking at some basics of creating cartoon characters and capturing different expressions. Then you'll create your own spooky cartoon portrait of your favourite Halloween creature or character to take home and scare the neighbours with on Halloween!

Suitable for ages 7+ (guideline only)

Workshops must be booked in advance.

Please note, all children aged 12 and under must be always accompanied by an appropriate adult. Adults do not need to book a ticket for the workshop if helping children only. We aim for our workshops to be as inclusive as possible and invite everyone to attend. However, if the participant has additional needs, please contact us in advance so that we can make our facilitators aware.

Please also note these sessions will take place in the main gallery space within the St George’s Arts Centre, as part of the Halloween exhibition week.

Photography and Videography may take place at any of our workshops/events for future advertising. We will always make you aware before we take any photographs, and if we intend to take shots other than completed artwork, backs of heads or hands, then we will always ask you to complete a permission form beforehand. Should you not wish to be photographed at all, please inform the member of staff. 

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Sculpt your own Mini Monster Head workshop
Oct
30

Sculpt your own Mini Monster Head workshop

St George’s Arts Centre, St George’s Shopping Centre, Gravesend

Join Artist, Jonny Dixon for a fun Halloween Workshop.

Come and learn how to sculpt your own Mini Monster Head out of clay.

Whether you want to create your own mini vampire, werewolf, gargoyle or Frankenstein, we'll start with design sketches then move on to turning ideas into spooky 3D reality.

You'll be able to take your creation home to scare your neighbours with on Halloween!

Suitable for ages 7+ (guideline only)

Workshops must be booked in advance.

Please note, all children aged 12 and under must be always accompanied by an appropriate adult. Adults do not need to book a ticket for the workshop if helping children only. We aim for our workshops to be as inclusive as possible and invite everyone to attend. However, if the participant has additional needs, please contact us in advance so that we can make our facilitators aware.

Please also note these sessions will take place in the main gallery space within the St George’s Arts Centre, as part of the Halloween exhibition week.

Photography and Videography may take place at any of our workshops/events for future advertising. We will always make you aware before we take any photographs, and if we intend to take shots other than completed artwork, backs of heads or hands, then we will always ask you to complete a permission form beforehand. Should you not wish to be photographed at all, please inform the member of staff. 

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Halloween Art Workshops
Oct
29

Halloween Art Workshops

St George’s Arts Centre, St George’s Shopping Centre, Gravesend

Join Artist, Gee Jay for a fun Halloween Art Workshop.

Working with either canvas, cardboard or clay, participants will use acrylic markers to create their own spooky character or decorate a pumpkin.

Suitable for ages 10+

Workshops must be booked in advance.

Please note, all children aged 12 and under must be always accompanied by an appropriate adult. Adults do not need to book a ticket for the workshop if helping children only. We aim for our workshops to be as inclusive as possible and invite everyone to attend. However, if the participant has additional needs, please contact us in advance so that we can make our facilitators aware.

Please also note these sessions will take place in the main gallery space within the St George’s Arts Centre, as part of the Halloween exhibition week.

Photography and Videography may take place at any of our workshops/events for future advertising. We will always make you aware before we take any photographs, and if we intend to take shots other than completed artwork, backs of heads or hands, then we will always ask you to complete a permission form beforehand. Should you not wish to be photographed at all, please inform the member of staff. 

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Halloween Art Workshops
Oct
29

Halloween Art Workshops

St George’s Arts Centre, St George’s Shopping Centre, Gravesend

Join Artist, Gee Jay for a fun Halloween Art Workshop.

Working with either canvas, cardboard or clay, participants will use acrylic markers to create their own spooky character or decorate a pumpkin.

Suitable for ages 10+

Workshops must be booked in advance.

Please note, all children aged 12 and under must be always accompanied by an appropriate adult. Adults do not need to book a ticket for the workshop if helping children only. We aim for our workshops to be as inclusive as possible and invite everyone to attend. However, if the participant has additional needs, please contact us in advance so that we can make our facilitators aware.

Please also note these sessions will take place in the main gallery space within the St George’s Arts Centre, as part of the Halloween exhibition week.

Photography and Videography may take place at any of our workshops/events for future advertising. We will always make you aware before we take any photographs, and if we intend to take shots other than completed artwork, backs of heads or hands, then we will always ask you to complete a permission form beforehand. Should you not wish to be photographed at all, please inform the member of staff. 

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Weird & Wonderful, Mystical & Magical
Oct
29
to 3 Nov

Weird & Wonderful, Mystical & Magical

St George’s Arts Centre, St George’s Shopping Centre, Gravesend

The Weird and Wonderful, Mystical and Magical Exhibition

Join us this Autumn half-term at the St George’s Arts Centre, for our Weird & Wonderful, Mystical & Magical, Halloween/Day of the Dead themed exhibition.

The exhibition includes 2D and 3D work from artists working and/or living locally in response to an open call based on the theme of family friendly Halloween/Day of the Dead. Learn about the Celtic festival of Samhain as well as the Mexican holiday, Day of the Dead.

Take part in themed workshops and Storytime sessions, and other activities.

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Behind The Curtain - Theatre Inspired Arts & Crafts
Oct
26

Behind The Curtain - Theatre Inspired Arts & Crafts

The Blake Gallery, The Woodville, Civic Centre, Gravesend

Behind the Curtain - Art and Craft Workshops inspired by elements of the theatre

Design your own theatre mask using different materials from paper to textiles.
Create different characters and style of masks including, animals and carnival themes.

Fun and Friendly art and craft sessions for kids and their gown ups!

Led by Artist Sonnia Montes, you will have plenty of opportunity to explore a variety of skills and different art and craft techniques, creating work inspired by different elements of the theatre. 

For ages 10 and under.

All children must be accompanied by an appropriate adult throughout the session.

Workshops must be booked in advance via the Woodville Box Office. 

One adult crafting with the child for free if they wish to.

We aim for our workshops to be as inclusive as possible and invite everyone to attend. However, if the participant has additional needs, please contact us in advance so that we can make our facilitators aware.

Photography and Videography may take place at any of our workshops/events for future advertising. We will always make you aware before we take any photographs, and if we intend to take shots other than completed artwork, backs of heads or hands, then we will always ask you to complete a permission form beforehand. Should you not wish to be photographed at all, please inform the member of staff. 

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Behind The Curtain - Theatre Inspired Arts & Crafts
Oct
26

Behind The Curtain - Theatre Inspired Arts & Crafts

The Blake Gallery, The Woodville, Civic Centre, Gravesend

Behind the Curtain - Art and Craft Workshops inspired by elements of the theatre

Design your own theatre mask using different materials from paper to textiles.
Create different characters and style of masks including, animals and carnival themes.

Fun and Friendly art and craft sessions for kids and their gown ups!

Led by Artist Sonnia Montes, you will have plenty of opportunity to explore a variety of skills and different art and craft techniques, creating work inspired by different elements of the theatre. 

For ages 10 and under.

All children must be accompanied by an appropriate adult throughout the session.

Workshops must be booked in advance via the Woodville Box Office. 

One adult crafting with the child for free if they wish to.

We aim for our workshops to be as inclusive as possible and invite everyone to attend. However, if the participant has additional needs, please contact us in advance so that we can make our facilitators aware.

Photography and Videography may take place at any of our workshops/events for future advertising. We will always make you aware before we take any photographs, and if we intend to take shots other than completed artwork, backs of heads or hands, then we will always ask you to complete a permission form beforehand. Should you not wish to be photographed at all, please inform the member of staff. 

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Life Drawing Class
Oct
25

Life Drawing Class

St George’s Arts Centre, Gravesend

Come and join us at the St Georges Arts Centre for a 2 hour life drawing class with Artist, Andy Hopton.

We will provide a model, paper and charcoal as well as easels and boards.

Please bring anything else you want to use with you. Models may be male or female.

To book your place  on any / all of the following sessions: 25th October, 29th November, 20th December from 7pm - 9pm, click on the link below:

https://www.artisforall.co.uk/product-page/life-drawing-class

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Creative Play: Explore, Express, Grow - A Mindful Creativity Workshop Programme
Oct
24

Creative Play: Explore, Express, Grow - A Mindful Creativity Workshop Programme

St George’s Arts Centre, St George’s Shopping Centre, Gravesend

Join artist Mud for an exciting series of 6 workshops where you will practice self-expression, play and experiment, and have fun in a creative, non-judgmental, and empowering environment. 

These workshops are not about artistic skills or innate talent: but about playing with art in fun and interesting ways. In these workshops you will make masks, create postcards to your future selves, paint to a selection of music, and more. We will begin each session with a ‘Freeing the Mind’ warm-up exercise that will influence and inspire our final piece in some way. These often unusual activities are designed to encourage you to loosen up by unleashing your inner creativity. 

The sessions themselves will be light-hearted; in a laid back environment where everyone is welcome to engage and experiment with art, express their ideas, and connect with others. We will be supportive and mindful of ourselves and others. In these workshops there is no right or wrong way of creating. 

Everything is open to interpretation and we value imperfection for what it is: 

“Imperfection inspires invention, imagination, creativity. It stimulates. The more I feel imperfect, the more I feel alive.” ― Jhumpa Lahiri

Dates and Projects: Six Weeks - Six Projects. 
Please book each session separately. Suitable for 18yrs + 

Session 3: 24th October - The Heart vs. The Head (Emotional Mask-Making)

In this session, we’ll delve into the creative tension between emotion and logic by exploring "The Heart vs. The Head." 

After a welcome and introduction, we'll begin with a 'Freeing the Mind' activity: Emotional Mark-Making, where you’ll use your feelings to drive your marks on the paper. 

Following a break, you'll create artworks that reflect the interplay between your heart and mind. 

The session will close with a group reflection and discussion on the balance between emotion and reason in your work.

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Make Your Own Clay Christmas Decorations
Oct
23

Make Your Own Clay Christmas Decorations

St George’s Arts Centre, St George’s Shopping Centre, Gravesend

Using cutters and embossing tools you will have the opportunity to make up to 3 clay decorations for your tree.  

Please note, these will need to be fired and glazed which may take up to 3 weeks.  Decorations will be ready for collection from the gallery from the 20th November.

Suitable for ages 16+

We aim for our workshops to be as inclusive as possible and invite everyone to attend. However, if the participant has additional needs, please contact us in advance so that we can make our facilitators aware.

Photography and Videography may take place at any of our workshops/events. We will always make you aware before we take any photographs/videos, and if we intend to take shots other than completed artwork, backs of heads or hands, then we will always ask you to complete a permission form beforehand. Should you not wish to be photographed/videoed at all, please inform the photographer/videographer.

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