We offer small, thematic classes for different ages that encourage enjoyment and freedom of expression. We believe in collaboration in a friendly non-competitive space that will enable each student to embark on a journey of creativity, discovery and choice.

Using a diverse range of visual stimuli our young artists are inspired to experiment with exciting art techniques and media to develop visual skills, artistic ability and confidence through their creative projects.

CLASSES

at The Art Room

  • Class Times

    Classes are held every Thursday at Musicale, Harpenden.

    10.45-11.40am

    1.50 - 2.45pm

    Term Dates

    Autumn 1: Sept 12, Sept 19, Sept 26, Oct 3, Oct 10, Oct 17

    Autumn 2: Nov 7, Nov 14, Nov 21, Nov 28, Dec 5, Dec 12

    Cost

    Half-term booking of 6 sessions: £54 (10% discount)

    Full-term booking of 12 sessions: £102 (15% discount)

    Single drop-in sessions: £10

    Book here

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    Enjoy quality time with your child, in our relaxed and welcoming space. Have fun with art, make memories and experience the far-reaching rewards of helping to unleash your child’s inner artist!  Our carefully planned and guided sessions mean no prior art experience is required. 

    Each week, we introduce creative themes by reading a story. Working alongside their parent or carer, children are encouraged to explore these themes by sharing their ideas and experimenting freely with a range of suggested materials and techniques.

    Through our diverse programme of activities, we aim to develop an understanding of the basic building blocks of art – mark making, line, shape, colour and texture – and what this can communicate.  Having fun through the process of making art can present so many learning opportunities, from fine motor skills and visual perception to collaboration and verbal expression, which will enrich each child’s creative path.

    We would love you and your child to join us at The Art Room in celebrating the value of art through their eyes.

    Any questions? Contact us

  • Class Times

    Classes are held every Thursday at Musicale, Harpenden.

    3.50pm - 4.50pm

    5.00pm - 6.00pm

    Term Dates

    Autumn 1: Sept 12, Sept 19, Sept 26, Oct 3, Oct 10, Oct 17

    Autumn 2: Nov 7, Nov 14, Nov 21, Nov 28, Dec 5, Dec 12

    Cost

    Half-term booking of 6 sessions: £81 (10% discount)

    Full-term booking of 12 sessions: £153 (15% discount)

    Single drop-in sessions: £15

    Book here

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    Our after-school art sessions offer a time and a space in which our young artists can slow down, step away from their busy week and enjoy an hour of calm and mindful creativity. 

    With a maximum ratio of five children to every adult, The Art Room teachers spend time with each student guiding them through their projects, discussing their ideas and nurturing the development of their visual and artistic skills with individual tips and techniques. 

    Each week we explore a variety of themes, materials, tools and techniques through exciting art activities.  We put enjoyment at the centre of our sessions and with a diverse programme devised to offer an element of individual choice, each child can explore their potential for self-expression whilst indulging their creative curiosity.

    As much a social space as a place to create, The Art Room offers the opportunity for children to share ideas, reflect and collaborate. Closing each term, The Art Room students are invited to celebrate each other’s achievements by selecting an exhibition of their own work to share with friends and family.

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  • We would like to open up The Art Room to older art students who are looking for a space in which to work on their own projects during the evening.  Young people working on GCSE and A level coursework and who lack the time, space or facilities to progress their artwork at home would be welcome to join our studio-style space to work individually or more collaboratively with friends. 

    The Art Room staff will supervise sessions and be on hand to chat informally about projects and ideas as well as offering advice on the display and interpretation of art as well as digital editing and presentation techniques with software such as Photoshop.

    If you know an art student who is interested in working on their art at The Art Room please contact us for more information here.

Creativity takes courage.

HENRI MATISSE