Sketch booking Workshop

A Sketch booking Workshop is taking place at Bates Green Garden on Thursday, 2 July 2026. The session runs from 09:30 to 12:30, and there is a second date scheduled for 6 August 2026, following the same timetable. The workshop is led by local artist Emma Lindsay, who has designed the session to take place within the natural setting of the garden. It is a three-hour window focused on exploring the environment through art, specifically aimed at those interested in creative practices within nature.

The workshop is structured to help participants engage directly with the surroundings of Bates Green. Emma Lindsay guides the group through various drawing techniques, including mark making and collage. The approach is described as both conscious and playful, with the aim of deepening the connection to the local wildlife and the garden itself. The morning is designed to be an immersive experience, allowing you to slow down and observe the details of the landscape. As the session progresses, the focus shifts towards the practical side of things, specifically looking at how to approach collection and composition in your work. By the end of the three hours, the goal is to have explored the garden's environment through these different artistic lenses, using the landscape as the primary subject for your sketches.

If you are planning to head down to the garden, you will need to bring your own sketchbook, but all other drawing materials are provided as part of the workshop. The venue is located at Tye Hill Road, Arlington, Hailsham, BN26 6SH. Regarding the cost, the price is currently listed as 'To Be Confirmed', so it is worth checking the official website for the most up-to-date information on fees and booking requirements before you make your plans. It is a straightforward way to spend a morning focusing on creative work in a quiet, outdoor setting.