IT'S TIME...TO LOVE YOUR ART!
Love Your Art is your new go-to place to explore creativity, build confidence, and fall in love with making art—whether you're just starting out or looking to grow your skills.
Led by a professional artist and qualified teacher, our classes are designed to be accessible, inspiring, and above all, enjoyable. We welcome all levels, from absolute beginners to keen improvers, in a friendly and supportive atmosphere where everyone can thrive.
Our sessions introduce you to a variety of artistic mediums—from drawing and painting to mixed media and more—through exciting, projects that help you discover what you love and develop your own unique style.
Whether you're picking up a paintbrush for the first time or reigniting a passion for creativity, Love Your Art is here to help you grow, experiment, and most importantly—enjoy the process.
Come and create with us!
Led by a professional artist and qualified teacher, our classes are designed to be accessible, inspiring, and above all, enjoyable. We welcome all levels, from absolute beginners to keen improvers, in a friendly and supportive atmosphere where everyone can thrive.
Our sessions introduce you to a variety of artistic mediums—from drawing and painting to mixed media and more—through exciting, projects that help you discover what you love and develop your own unique style.
Whether you're picking up a paintbrush for the first time or reigniting a passion for creativity, Love Your Art is here to help you grow, experiment, and most importantly—enjoy the process.
Come and create with us!
5 Week Art Course:
November 10 -
December 8
November 10 -
December 8
🎨 Love Your Art – Discover Your Creative Side!
Ready to fall in love with making art? Whether you’re a complete beginner or an improving artist looking to explore new techniques, our Love Your Art classes are the perfect place to grow your creativity.Led by an experienced professional art tutor trained at The Slade School of Fine Art, each session is relaxed, inspiring, and designed to help you develop confidence and skill at your own pace.You’ll explore drawing, watercolour, acrylics, and mixed media, learning how to see, think, and create like an artist – all in a warm and supportive atmosphere.
What you’ll enjoy:
Join our 5-week course for just £99!
Class Dates:
🕥 10.30 am – 1.00 pm
or
🕐 1.30 pm – 4.00 pm
Spaces are limited – book now and start your creative journey!
Ready to fall in love with making art? Whether you’re a complete beginner or an improving artist looking to explore new techniques, our Love Your Art classes are the perfect place to grow your creativity.Led by an experienced professional art tutor trained at The Slade School of Fine Art, each session is relaxed, inspiring, and designed to help you develop confidence and skill at your own pace.You’ll explore drawing, watercolour, acrylics, and mixed media, learning how to see, think, and create like an artist – all in a warm and supportive atmosphere.
What you’ll enjoy:
- Expert, encouraging tuition from a Slade-trained artist
- Suitable for all levels – from absolute beginners to improvers
- Explore all media: drawing, watercolour, acrylic, and mixed techniques
- Step-by-step guidance with space for personal creativity
- A fun, friendly environment that helps you truly love your art!
Join our 5-week course for just £99!
Class Dates:
- Week 1 – Monday 10th November
- Week 2 – Monday 17th November
- Week 3 – Monday 24th November
- Week 4 – Monday 1st December
- Week 5 – Monday 8th December
🕥 10.30 am – 1.00 pm
or
🕐 1.30 pm – 4.00 pm
Spaces are limited – book now and start your creative journey!
Learn to Draw Like a Master
Wellbeing Arts and Love Your Art Present a four-part monthly drawing course led by Slade-trained tutor Carol Baker MA. Discover how to draw with skill and confidence in this fun and friendly short course. Each week, you’ll learn new techniques inspired by both Old Masters and contemporary artists, helping you build a strong grounding in drawing and composition.Working with pencil, graphite, coloured pencil, and pastel, you’ll explore tone, texture, form, and creative expression – all with expert guidance and plenty of encouragement!
Refreshments are provided, and materials are included, so you can simply bring your curiosity and enthusiasm!
Dates:
Location: Dittons Library, Mercer Close, Thames Ditton, KT7 0BS
Fee: £80 for 4 sessions
Materials: Drawing materials provided
Wellbeing Arts and Love Your Art Present a four-part monthly drawing course led by Slade-trained tutor Carol Baker MA. Discover how to draw with skill and confidence in this fun and friendly short course. Each week, you’ll learn new techniques inspired by both Old Masters and contemporary artists, helping you build a strong grounding in drawing and composition.Working with pencil, graphite, coloured pencil, and pastel, you’ll explore tone, texture, form, and creative expression – all with expert guidance and plenty of encouragement!
Refreshments are provided, and materials are included, so you can simply bring your curiosity and enthusiasm!
Dates:
- Friday, October 17
- Friday, November 14
- Friday, December 12
- Friday, January 16
Location: Dittons Library, Mercer Close, Thames Ditton, KT7 0BS
Fee: £80 for 4 sessions
Materials: Drawing materials provided
Love Your Art
12 Week Art Course
12 Week Art Course
Our flagship art course. Join Slade-trained tutor Carol Baker MA for a vibrant 12-week journey through drawing, painting, and mixed media. Each week explores a new theme, artist, or technique — helping you build confidence, develop your skills, and enjoy the creative process in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.You’ll work with pencil, pastel, ink, watercolour, acrylic, and mixed media, discovering how to capture light, movement, texture, and emotion in your art.
This term’s themes include:
The 12 Week Art Class is fully booked for this term, but new dates will be announced in December.
We’d love to welcome you next time — keep an eye out and join our creative community!
This term’s themes include:
- Harvest Still Life – draw natural forms with autumnal tones
- Farm Animals in Motion – capture movement with pencil, pen and ink
- Portraits in Colour – expressive faces with pastel and oil pastel
- Madagascar Wildlife – bright tropical colours and mixed techniques
- Rainy Streets & Water Birds – reflections in watercolour
- Enchanted Forests & Seascapes – imaginative landscapes in mixed media
- Figures in Motion & Through the Window – people and perspective
- Moonlight & Christmas Cards – glowing night scenes and festive art
The 12 Week Art Class is fully booked for this term, but new dates will be announced in December.
We’d love to welcome you next time — keep an eye out and join our creative community!
Plein Air Classes and Field Trips
Take your creativity outdoors and experience the joy of drawing and painting en plein air! These special sessions are a wonderful opportunity to capture light, colour, and atmosphere directly from nature — whether it’s a peaceful garden, riverside view, or a lively town scene.Led by Slade-trained tutor Carol Baker MA, you’ll receive expert guidance on composition, perspective, and working quickly and confidently outdoors. Each session combines relaxed tuition with time to explore your own artistic response to the landscape.
Past sessions have taken place in inspiring local locations such as:
These visits may be one-off events or part of the 12 Week Art Course, giving you the chance to learn directly from observing professional works and collections. Details of future plein air classes and field trips will be announced here - we’ll be back with new classes soon!
Take your creativity outdoors and experience the joy of drawing and painting en plein air! These special sessions are a wonderful opportunity to capture light, colour, and atmosphere directly from nature — whether it’s a peaceful garden, riverside view, or a lively town scene.Led by Slade-trained tutor Carol Baker MA, you’ll receive expert guidance on composition, perspective, and working quickly and confidently outdoors. Each session combines relaxed tuition with time to explore your own artistic response to the landscape.
Past sessions have taken place in inspiring local locations such as:
- Richmond Park
- Hampton Court
- Cannizaro Park
- The National Gallery
- The Courtauld Institute
- The Natural History Museum
These visits may be one-off events or part of the 12 Week Art Course, giving you the chance to learn directly from observing professional works and collections. Details of future plein air classes and field trips will be announced here - we’ll be back with new classes soon!
Our Venue
Our Tutor
Our Tutor
Courses take place in the picturesque Lime Grove Bowling Club, a peaceful and light-filled venue nestled in a quiet corner of New Malden.
Free Parking for Students.
Carol Baker MA
Carol is a versatile and experienced artist with a background in three-dimensional design and Fine Art, having studied at Chelsea School of Art and the Sir John Cass School of Art, where she later completed an MA in Land Art Images. Her work spans a wide range of media including oils, pastels, watercolours, printmaking, and photography. Carol is also a dedicated educator with over 25 years’ experience encouraging creativity through hands-on exploration.
Free Parking for Students.
Carol Baker MA
Carol is a versatile and experienced artist with a background in three-dimensional design and Fine Art, having studied at Chelsea School of Art and the Sir John Cass School of Art, where she later completed an MA in Land Art Images. Her work spans a wide range of media including oils, pastels, watercolours, printmaking, and photography. Carol is also a dedicated educator with over 25 years’ experience encouraging creativity through hands-on exploration.
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Contact
- Wimbledon, England, United Kingdom
- +44-07745223834
- Mon-Fri - 08:00-19:00
