Your Monthly Roundup: January
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January Features
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New Year, New Artists, New Courses
We’re pleased to introduce a fresh roster of artist–tutors joining us in 2026, including Neil Canning, Lesley Plumridge, Helen Ward, and Kimmy Hussey.
Ensuring a varied programme remains central to everything we do, and with the arrival of new artists, we’re delighted to be offering more choice than ever. From a range of new printmaking courses to various approaches for abstract painting, our latest courses invite you to expand your skills, experiment with new techniques, and embark on exciting creative journeys. Take a look at what’s new and see where it leads you.
Join our new Online Art Club
Online Art Club: February Still Life
Every Wednesday throughout February
6pm | Iona Sanders & Camilla Dixon
Join us for our new online art club – all the creativity, without the pressure.
Across the first four sessions, we will explore Still Life, using the domestic space as our starting point, moving from simple arrangements to more complex compositions.
Exhibitions
John Ruskin Prize | Helen Ward
Exhibition: 29 Jan – 21 Feb
Trinity Buoy Wharf, London
We’re delighted to share that artist and new tutor at the School, Helen Ward, has been shortlisted for the 8th John Ruskin Prize. Selected from over 4,000 entries, her work will feature in the final exhibition showcasing just 80+ creatives. Congratulations, Helen!
So Beautiful and Strange and New
Featuring Greg Humphries
22 January | Bank of England Museum
Artist tutor Greg Humphries is set to be featured in a new exhibition inspired by The Wind in the Willows author, Kenneth Grahame’s time at the Bank. The evening event promises art, performance, poetry and a guided meditation.
This Month’s Watch
Our latest in the How To series comes from artist Alice Mumford.
Learn how to create depth in your artwork using contrast. Artist Alice Mumford explains how to use light and dark, colour, and tonal contrast to build space, focus, and visual interest in your paintings and drawings.
This Month’s Read
We’re pleased to welcome artist Neil Canning to our team of artist tutors for 2026.
In this insightful interview, Neil talks about his creative process, how he approaches his work, and what keeps him inspired – whether he’s in the studio or walking by the sea. Read more and get to know about his journey and tips for staying creative.
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