Art workshops return for 2026! There are GCSE morning workshops for those going into Years 9-10 and 11 - details of a camp for younger children will be released as soon as possible. These workshops give students access to the College’s excellent art facilities as well as expert tuition in developing new techniques and skills with a variety of mixed media.
Art Workshop (Years 6-8)
Two-Day Workshop – Dates TBC
We are pleased to offer our very popular Summer Art Camp again for girls and boys going into Years 6-9 in 2026. Led by Mrs Sarah Krause, this is a two-day printing art workshop. Each day will run from 9.00am - 1.00pm, with a light lunch included. All materials are supplied.
This two-day art camp will allow students to embrace their creative talents and develop new skills in the field of printing and etching. Over the two days they will cover a variety of mixed media backgrounds on which to print using the College's excellent art facilities as well as expert tuition.
After the two days, students will have an abundance of artwork to take home. The students will be working in the Art Department which is on the top floor of the John Turner Building. It features three large classrooms, all of which benefit from natural light flooding in through numerous skylights. The inspirational space allows artists the freedom to express themselves creatively through painting, drawing, sculpting, crafting and designing. There will also be opportunities for the students to work on their own independent projects and themes.
Included in the two-day workshop:
- All materials and resources
- One to one support
- Detailed demonstrations
- Personal folder to take home all artwork
- Light lunch
- Shiplake water bottle
Attendees should wear old clothes with roll up sleeves.
Bookings Open May 2026
Years 9-10 GCSE Art Workshop
Two-Day GCSE Art Workshop – Monday 20 and Tuesday 21 July (£80 per person)
9am to 12 noon each day
For girls and boys from any school starting Years 9 or 10 in September 2026
We are delighted to offer a two-day Year 9 and 10 GCSE Art Workshop for all abilities; this will be beneficial for those about to start their GCSEs or considering GCSE Art next year. Students will focus on observational drawing skills in a variety of materials such as painting with bleach, printing and drawing to enrich their GCSE coursework.
Drawing is a fundamental part of GCSE Art. They will be taught by Keli Jiggens, Head of Art gaining techniques and skills to improve their confidence and ability in the subject. Each session will run from 9am until 12 noon with refreshments and breaks throughout the morning and students will learn at their own pace, with lots of support and encouragement. After the two days students will have an abundance of artwork to take home and add into their portfolio.
The students will be working in the Art Department which is on the top floor of the John Turner Building. It features three large classrooms, all of which benefit from natural light flooding in through numerous skylights. The inspirational space allows artists the freedom to express themselves creatively through painting, drawing, sculpting, crafting and designing. There will be opportunities for the students to work on their own independent projects and themes. The group size will be small but will create a social, relaxing environment to work alongside other GCSE students.
Included in the workshop:
- All materials and resources
- One to one support
- Detailed demonstrations
- Sketchbook and Personal Folder to take home all artwork
- Refreshments and snacks
What to bring:
- Wear old clothes with roll up sleeves
- Current sketchbooks and projects working on
- Own photography connected with theme or projects you are currently studying/inspired by
Year 11 GCSE Art Workshop
Two-Day GCSE Art Workshop – Wednesday 22 and Thursday 23 July (£80 per person)
9am to 12 noon each day
For girls and boys from any school starting Year 11 in September 2026
We are delighted to offer a two-day morning GCSE Art workshop for all abilities to have full use of the Shiplake Art Department Facilities. This will benefit any Year 11 student to enrich their GCSE Art portfolio.
Students will focus on enrich their current GCSE coursework projects – through drawing skills, annotations, photography, titles and an opportunity to use a variety of materials such as painting, printing and drawing.
They will be taught by Keli Jiggens, Head of Art gaining techniques and skills to improve their confidence and ability in the subject. Each session will run from 9am until 12 noon with refreshments and breaks throughout the morning and students will learn at their own pace, with lots of support and encouragement. After the two days students will have an abundance of artwork to take home and add into their portfolio.
The students will be working in the Art Department which is on the top floor of the John Turner Building. It features three large classrooms, all of which benefit from natural light flooding in through numerous skylights. The inspirational space allows artists the freedom to express themselves creatively through painting, drawing, sculpting, crafting and designing. There will be opportunities for the students to work on their own independent projects and themes. The group size will be small but will create a social, relaxing environment to work alongside other GCSE students.
Included in the workshop:
- All materials and resources
- One to one support
- Detailed Demonstrations
- Personal Folder to take home all artwork
- Lunch and snacks
What to bring:
- Wear old clothes with roll up sleeves
- Current sketchbooks and projects working on
- Own photography connected with theme or projects you are currently studying/inspired by
Further Details
To see current artwork created by Shiplake Art Students check out our Shiplake Art Instagram.