Workshops
Check out my current offering of energetic and exciting, bright colourful art workshops here in Shrewsbury held at the tranquil and peaceful Trinity Centre Meole Brace SY3 9HF - with excellent modern facilities and free parking.
There are weekly ART NOW! art workout classes on Monday mornings 10.30-12.30 and Thursday evenings 7-9pm. I also offer a regular Tuesday morning group 10am-midday at the Bayston Hill Memorial Hall SY3 0DR. These are taught sessions with tangible outcomes working from observation in a wide range of drawing and painting media.
Once a month I also take a plein air class at Attingham Park and I’m currently running Friday morning sessions once a month at Shrewsbury Museum.
Message me to join or be added to the waitlist!
I also run monthly one-off day workshops at the Trinity Centre and English Bridge Studios- see below for more details - subscribe to my email updates to be the first to know about what is coming up and get the first opportunity to book.
If you would like a bespoke art workshop for a corporate group, hen party or other event please get in touch. I also offer 1-1 tutoring to energise and improve GCSE/A-level and adult art mentoring to help realise your creative vision and help prepare portfolios- DM or use the contact form for more information.
Lucy is the Art Teacher you wish you'd had at school
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Lucy is the Art Teacher you wish you'd had at school 〰️
FAQs
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I have a BA honours degree in Fine Art from the University of Newcastle upon Tyne. I also have a PGCE in secondary education art from Goldsmiths, University of London. This is one of the top training providers of art education in the country and they also produce iJADE the international Journal of Art & Design education - they have a contemporary, student centred approach to learning which I fully subscribe to. I have worked in education for the last 20 years in a wide range of contexts including state and private, national and international schools, with students of all ages including adults.
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All materials for my weekly classes are included - you don’t need to bring anything apart from your own creativity!
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In my weekly art-on-a-plate classes cover all drawing and painting media suitable for the shorter lessons of 2 hours. Pencil, pen, ink, soft pastels, oil pastels, collage, watercolours, gouache (opaque matt watercolour). On my day workshops, and longer courses we use acrylics.
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Absolutely not - my classes are designed to be accessible to all - I can take you further on your creative journey no matter what point you start off from. I’ve had students who HATED art at school and their teacher told them not to bother but they have produced outstanding results that they are very proud of and have enjoyed making with me.
Saturday October 24th — BOOK NOW: Mexican‑inspired Nicho Workshop English Bridge Studios, SY2 6AD | 10:00–16:00
Create a tiny altar full of colour, texture and personality — a wall-mounted ‘nicho’ or niche you’ll be proud to hang in your home. Using the joyful language of retablos and nichos, you’ll build, paint, adorn and emboss a small shelf-sconce that can be decorative, hold cherished objects, or even include a light.
What you’ll do on the day:
Design a personal theme: which could be centred on seasons, moods, zodiac/celestial motifs, a loved one or pet, or an icon you adore.
Construct and personalise: add hinged doors, side/front/top additional build-outs, partitions, inner shelves etc.
Learn folk-painting, assemblage (3D collage) embellishment and hojalateria tin-embossing techniques.
Turn your piece into a lit wall sconce if you wish.
What’s included
All materials supplied - feel free to supplement with collected and found objects/personal mementoes
Expert guidance from Lucy Caddel — bright, bold, playful instruction that will help you refine and personalise your idea in an authentic way
Light refreshments (bring your own lunch).
Why come
Walk away with a stunning, meaningful objet d’art that injects Latino colour and colourful kitsch into your walls.
A hands-on day of creativity, laughter and soulful making — perfect as a treat or meaningful gift.
Small group atmosphere for personal attention and lots of creative support.
Spaces are limited — don’t miss out. Book your place now and bring a little tropical heat to your home décor.
NB - the nature of this including Hojalateria handicraft involves cutting and shaping thin metal which can produce sharp edges. Not suitable for under 18s.