Welcome to ArteStart
ArteStart offers art classes, courses and workshops for adults and children in Whitstable, Herne Bay
and Faversham, Kent.
Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to develop your skills, our friendly sessions cover drawing, watercolour, acrylics, pastels, printmaking, and more.
Classes are held at The Horsebridge in Whitstable and in tutor homes in Faversham and Herne Bay
Current Events
Adult Art Workshops at The Horsebridge, Whitstable
(please click on course title to book or message us on our contact page)
Join one of our autumn classes, held on Mondays and Tuesdays,
starting in October (10am - 1pm)
Looking to do something arty in August, join one of our workshops
Summer Workshops 2026
11th August (10am - 1pm)
17th & 18th August (10am - 1pm)
Create your own Naive Folk Art painting. Inspired by artist, Alfred Wallis, which maybe based on Whitstable Harbour!
Learn the process of paper-making from recycled materials and petals. In the 2nd class you will sketch or create a watercolour painting.
Autumn Courses
For those who want to develop their abilities in drawing. We will introduce you to and allow you to develop your use of perspective, scale and tone through a range of still-life studies and projects.
For those who want to develop their abilities in construction and moulding, using paper and card, join us to create your pet or favourite animal. Learn the process from sketching your animal, through to contstruction,
For those who want to develop their abilities in the use of watercolour. Learn techniques and colour mixing through a series of projects, including flower and still-life studies
Learn the process of collage, using a variety of materials. Each lesson will explore creating different images from paper, fabric and magazines. There is also an opportunity to create a unique Christmas card!
After school Art Tuition
After-school art tuition offered in Herne Bay and Faversham, portfolio building for entry to higher-education and support with O level, A level and Degree level qualifications, by qualified and experienced Art Tutors.
See our Whitstable Art Classes page for more details
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