Discover the striking art of scraperboard in this relaxed,beginner-friendly workshop. Clare will guide you through simple mark-making, shading and design techniques using scraperboards and tools. Create your own bold black-and-white artwork to take home, while building confidence, creativity and practical skills in this accessible introduction.
Explore the dramatic effects of scraperboard art in this hands-on workshop for beginners. Clare will introduce the scraperboard surface and tools, then guide participants through simple mark-making techniques including lines, textures, highlights, shading and contrast. You will learn how to plan a small design, transfer or sketch your image, and carefully scratch away the dark surface to reveal bright marks underneath. The session will include time to experiment, practise techniques and develop your own finished black-and-white artwork. All materials are provided, including scraperboards, tools, paper, pencils, tracing paper and chalk. Participants will take home their completed scraperboard piece, along with new confidence and practical skills to continue exploring this striking technique.
Clare’s artistic practice centres around cultivating creativity and making art an accessible, joyful experience for all. She is passionate about simplifying the creative process and encouraging individuals to discover their own artistic voice. Clare believes in sharing creative ideas openly and fostering an atmosphere where exploration and play are valued as much as finished outcomes. Her approach is rooted in empathy, curiosity and genuine enthusiasm for connecting with people, striving to spread joy, build confidence and spark inspiration. Through her collaborating projects and community engagement, Clare works to break down barriers to participation and aims to show how people can find a sense of belonging and self-expression through art.
Suitable for those aged 18+ with reasonable mobility in their hands. Our centre is wheelchair accessible with parking on site, ramped access to the studio door and level throughout. We have a wheelchair accessible toilet.