Ancoats Visual Arts: Drawing, painting, mixed-media, craft. The weekly AVA group aims to support the residents of Ancoats and Greater Manchester pursue their passion for creativity and community togetherness.
Everyone interested in arts + crafts is welcome to join. No previous experience is required. Members will enjoy peer-support from a friendly group of amateur artists.
Book your place early as booking closes 1 day before session date.
Suitable for: Adults All welcome: Absolute-beginners to experienced Wednesday 12 – 3pm weekly art group
Members can bring their own projects to work on or join in with group projects. Either way members have the space to enjoy themselves in a supportive, relaxed and encouraging studio environment.
Passion for positivity
Our passion is our belief that when people get involved in the visual arts together, it has the power to inspire, transform, and heal individuals and communities; instilling a greater sense of wellbeing, mental health, self-confidence, self-awareness and positivity.
Creative studio environment
The Gallery studio where the art group meet is inspiring, with views across Ancoats towards the city centre. Our beloved Hope Mill is a Grade 2* building from the heart of the Industrial Revolution that continues to support industriousness, creativity and innovation.
Well-being + Friendship
We understand everyone loves arts and crafts for different reasons. Most members join us for leisure, to find out more about arts and crafts, make new friends or improve their general well-being. Whatever activity you are involved in we recognise and celebrate individuality and support members in developing in their own direction, at a leisurely pace that will ensure they maximise their enjoyment.
Every member is guaranteed supportive encouragement within a relaxed and inclusive studio environment.
Its your art group
Ancoats Visual Arts is about enjoying a variety of arts and crafts activities – it’s up to you! We love it when members get involved, sharing their passions and ideas and contributing to help the group grow.
There is no tutor so it is essential that group members are thoughtful, supportive, encouraging and friendly towards each other.
Member benefits
We love it when people attend regularly and make a commitment to the group and their own creativity. We are happy to offer AVA group members who attend regularly added benefits. Details + info >
Ancoats Visual Arts is here to support individual creative growth.
Refunds: available up to 5+ days before event only. Transfers: 1 transfer offer only, so please book only when you are sure you can attend. Cancellations: Full refunds will be offered for any sessions I have to cancel.
Volunteerto lead a session We love it that members have a lifetime of experiences at their fingertips.
Let us know if you’d like to become one of our fantastic member-volunteers and help run the group and take on some of the responsibility for ensuring each session runs smoothly and happily.
What do the group members think?
“ A great way to socialise and share idea/tips with other life drawers. Always enjoy this event! ” Gem
“ Very friendly and welcoming, would recommend to art enthusiasts of any level. ” Dave H
“A regular welcoming group in a funky building where like minded people exchange ideas, have a rant, release their creativity and laugh. I would like to see it grow into a bigger group so that more can share.” Gerry R
“I have come to Ancoats Visual Arts almost every week. Working in a group with other artists challenges me to improve my drawing and painting skills. I benefit from sharing thoughts and ideas with like minded people in a friendly and informal atmosphere. I have been able to look at aspects of my practice in different ways and I hope to expand on this.” Caroline J
Members can bring their own projects to work on or join in with group projects. Either way members have the space to enjoy themselves in a supportive, relaxed and encouraging studio environment.
Passion for positivity
Our passion is our belief that when people get involved in the visual arts together, it has the power to inspire, transform, and heal individuals and communities; instilling a greater sense of wellbeing, mental health, self-confidence, self-awareness and positivity.
Creative studio environment
The Gallery studio where the art group meet is inspiring, with views across Ancoats towards the city centre. Our beloved Hope Mill is a Grade 2* building from the heart of the Industrial Revolution that continues to support industriousness, creativity and innovation.
Well-being + Friendship
We understand everyone loves arts and crafts for different reasons. Most members join us for leisure, to find out more about arts and crafts, make new friends or improve their general well-being. Whatever activity you are involved in we recognise and celebrate individuality and support members in developing in their own direction, at a leisurely pace that will ensure they maximise their enjoyment.
Every member is guaranteed supportive encouragement within a relaxed and inclusive studio environment.
Its your art group
Ancoats Visual Arts is about enjoying a variety of arts and crafts activities – it’s up to you! We love it when members get involved, sharing their passions and ideas and contributing to help the group grow.
There is no tutor so it is essential that group members are thoughtful, supportive, encouraging and friendly towards each other.
Member benefits
We love it when people attend regularly and make a commitment to the group and their own creativity. We are happy to offer AVA group members who attend regularly added benefits. Details + info >
Ancoats Visual Arts is here to support individual creative growth.
Refunds: available up to 5+ days before event only. Transfers: 1 transfer offer only, so please book only when you are sure you can attend. Cancellations: Full refunds will be offered for any sessions I have to cancel.
Volunteerto lead a session We love it that members have a lifetime of experiences at their fingertips.
Let us know if you’d like to become one of our fantastic member-volunteers and help run the group and take on some of the responsibility for ensuring each session runs smoothly and happily.
What do the group members think?
“ A great way to socialise and share idea/tips with other life drawers. Always enjoy this event! ” Gem
“ Very friendly and welcoming, would recommend to art enthusiasts of any level. ” Dave H
“A regular welcoming group in a funky building where like minded people exchange ideas, have a rant, release their creativity and laugh. I would like to see it grow into a bigger group so that more can share.” Gerry R
“I have come to Ancoats Visual Arts almost every week. Working in a group with other artists challenges me to improve my drawing and painting skills. I benefit from sharing thoughts and ideas with like minded people in a friendly and informal atmosphere. I have been able to look at aspects of my practice in different ways and I hope to expand on this.” Caroline J
Art group
£4.50
Priced per session
Ancoats Visual Arts: Drawing, painting, mixed-media, craft. The weekly AVA group aims to support the residents of Ancoats and Greater Manchester pursue their passion for creativity and community togetherness.
Everyone interested in arts + crafts is welcome to join. No previous experience is required. Members will enjoy peer-support from a friendly group of amateur artists.
Book your place early as booking closes 1 day before session date.
Suitable for: Adults
All welcome: Absolute-beginners to experienced
Wednesday 12 – 3pm weekly art group
Group details
Creativity + Friendship
Members can bring their own projects to work on or join in with group projects.
Either way members have the space to enjoy themselves in a supportive, relaxed and encouraging studio environment.
Passion for positivity
Our passion is our belief that when people get involved in the visual arts together, it has the power to inspire, transform, and heal individuals and communities; instilling a greater sense of wellbeing, mental health, self-confidence, self-awareness and positivity.
Creative studio environment
The Gallery studio where the art group meet is inspiring, with views across Ancoats towards the city centre. Our beloved Hope Mill is a Grade 2* building from the heart of the Industrial Revolution that continues to support industriousness, creativity and innovation.
Well-being + Friendship
We understand everyone loves arts and crafts for different reasons. Most members join us for leisure, to find out more about arts and crafts, make new friends or improve their general well-being. Whatever activity you are involved in we recognise and celebrate individuality and support members in developing in their own direction, at a leisurely pace that will ensure they maximise their enjoyment.
Every member is guaranteed supportive encouragement within a relaxed and inclusive studio environment.
Its your art group
Ancoats Visual Arts is about enjoying a variety of arts and crafts activities – it’s up to you! We love it when members get involved, sharing their passions and ideas and contributing to help the group grow.
There is no tutor so it is essential that group members are thoughtful, supportive, encouraging and friendly towards each other.
Member benefits
We love it when people attend regularly and make a commitment to the group and their own creativity. We are happy to offer AVA group members who attend regularly added benefits. Details + info >
Ancoats Visual Arts is here to support individual creative growth.
Join, follow + share
Helpful info + Guidance
Please read carefully
Information here over-rides similar information in the ‘Course info’ tab.
Course information
Group size
Refreshments
Please read the Studio COVID-SECURE procedures: Click here >
__________________________________
Affectionately known as Ava, she is an informal community group
The art group aims to support members, and encourage the wider community, to embrace creativity and art into their lives.
The art group offers a huge thanks to the much-valued + dedicated volunteers to lead peer-supported sessions.
Days: Wednesday
Times: 12 – 3pm
Materials: Members bring their own materials. Easels, drawing boards, chairs and stool are available to use
Suitable for: Adults
Ability Level: Absolute-beginners, Beginners, Improvers, Intermediate, Experienced
Group Size: min 3 – max 12
Refreshments:
Tea, coffee & biscuits by donation (50p per cup).
Or provide your own.
Please provide your own lunch if you require it.
Bring your own materials
Some suggestions are;
Other useful items to bring
Rag (old cloth) for mopping up spills + cleaning hands
Wear old clothes or bring an apron
Pen and notebook for new ideas
Refunds: available up to 5+ days before event only.
Transfers: 1 transfer offer only, so please book only when you are sure you can attend.
Cancellations: Full refunds will be offered for any sessions I have to cancel.
AVA is supported by Creative Art Courses, with;
AVA funding structure details >
Volunteer to lead a session
We love it that members have a lifetime of experiences at their fingertips.
Let us know if you’d like to become one of our fantastic member-volunteers and help run the group and take on some of the responsibility for ensuring each session runs smoothly and happily.
What do the group members think?
Waiting list
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Group details
Creativity + Friendship
Members can bring their own projects to work on or join in with group projects.
Either way members have the space to enjoy themselves in a supportive, relaxed and encouraging studio environment.
Passion for positivity
Our passion is our belief that when people get involved in the visual arts together, it has the power to inspire, transform, and heal individuals and communities; instilling a greater sense of wellbeing, mental health, self-confidence, self-awareness and positivity.
Creative studio environment
The Gallery studio where the art group meet is inspiring, with views across Ancoats towards the city centre. Our beloved Hope Mill is a Grade 2* building from the heart of the Industrial Revolution that continues to support industriousness, creativity and innovation.
Well-being + Friendship
We understand everyone loves arts and crafts for different reasons. Most members join us for leisure, to find out more about arts and crafts, make new friends or improve their general well-being. Whatever activity you are involved in we recognise and celebrate individuality and support members in developing in their own direction, at a leisurely pace that will ensure they maximise their enjoyment.
Every member is guaranteed supportive encouragement within a relaxed and inclusive studio environment.
Its your art group
Ancoats Visual Arts is about enjoying a variety of arts and crafts activities – it’s up to you! We love it when members get involved, sharing their passions and ideas and contributing to help the group grow.
There is no tutor so it is essential that group members are thoughtful, supportive, encouraging and friendly towards each other.
Member benefits
We love it when people attend regularly and make a commitment to the group and their own creativity. We are happy to offer AVA group members who attend regularly added benefits. Details + info >
Ancoats Visual Arts is here to support individual creative growth.
Join, follow + share
Helpful info + Guidance
Please read carefully
Information here over-rides similar information in the ‘Course info’ tab.
Course information
Group size
Refreshments
Please read the Studio COVID-SECURE procedures: Click here >
__________________________________
Affectionately known as Ava, she is an informal community group
The art group aims to support members, and encourage the wider community, to embrace creativity and art into their lives.
The art group offers a huge thanks to the much-valued + dedicated volunteers to lead peer-supported sessions.
Days: Wednesday
Times: 12 – 3pm
Materials: Members bring their own materials. Easels, drawing boards, chairs and stool are available to use
Suitable for: Adults
Ability Level: Absolute-beginners, Beginners, Improvers, Intermediate, Experienced
Group Size: min 3 – max 12
Refreshments:
Tea, coffee & biscuits by donation (50p per cup).
Or provide your own.
Please provide your own lunch if you require it.
Bring your own materials
Some suggestions are;
Other useful items to bring
Rag (old cloth) for mopping up spills + cleaning hands
Wear old clothes or bring an apron
Pen and notebook for new ideas
Refunds: available up to 5+ days before event only.
Transfers: 1 transfer offer only, so please book only when you are sure you can attend.
Cancellations: Full refunds will be offered for any sessions I have to cancel.
AVA is supported by Creative Art Courses, with;
AVA funding structure details >
Volunteer to lead a session
We love it that members have a lifetime of experiences at their fingertips.
Let us know if you’d like to become one of our fantastic member-volunteers and help run the group and take on some of the responsibility for ensuring each session runs smoothly and happily.
What do the group members think?
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