Jackson's : Drawing Workshop : Art for the Afraid with Emma Burleigh : 31st October 2026

Art for the Afraid with Emma Burleigh is a one-day beginner-friendly drawing workshop on Saturday, 31st October 2026, 10am–4pm, at Jackson’s Studio One at Griffin Mill. Located in Thrupp, near Stroud, in Gloucestershire, Griffin Mill is an atmospheric converted Victorian mill in the heart of the stunning Cotswolds. All abilities welcome, including complete beginners.

Everyone can learn to draw – no special abilities required! This supportive and encouraging workshop is designed for beginners or those returning to art who may feel unsure or lacking in confidence. Emma will guide you through an easy, enjoyable approach to drawing, helping you create images that ’actually look like things’ while still embracing your own expressive style. Her teaching methods are designed to quiet your inner critic and allow you to enjoy the creative process without worrying about whether your work is “good enough”.

Through a series of guided exercises, you will be gently introduced to the fundamentals of drawing, with plenty of support and encouragement throughout the day to help build your confidence.This is a welcoming space to explore creativity at your own pace.

Recommended Equipment List:

Please bring the following:

Pencils, including a 2B pencil, plus a sharpener and eraser Plenty of cartridge paper, either in a sketchbook or as loose sheets (A4 or larger). We can recommend an A4 Jackson’s Art Studio Sketchbook Scrap paper (such as printer paper) for exercises Charcoal (any type, though not compressed charcoal if possible) Any kind of ink, such as black drawing ink Old clothes or an apron A packed lunch and snacks (tea and coffee will be provided)

The shop will be open from 9am, so you will have time to purchase materials before the workshop.

About Emma:

Emma Burleigh is an artist, illustrator, and art tutor. She is the author of two published art course books: Soul Color , a watercolor course focused on creativity and mindfulness, and Earth Color , a mixed media course exploring connection to nature.

Emma creates large-scale watercolor paintings, produces zines and comics, and illustrates books. Over the past decade, she has exhibited widely across the Southwest, including at the Royal West of England Academy (RWA) in Bristol, where she is also a tutor.

Her teaching approach is supportive, encouraging, and non-judgemental – there are no mistakes, only opportunities to learn and explore.

www.emmaburleigh.com

Please take care to check our Terms & Conditions in relation to our cancellation policy.

Location: Studio One, Jackson’s Art Supplies, Griffin Mill, London Road, Thrupp, Stroud, Gloucestershire, GL5 2AZ