about quay drawing
Quay Drawing is a small, family run, friendly business specialising in expert personal art tuition and classes.
Quay Drawing was started in 2012 by Pete Newell MA, painter and sculptor and Polly Pocock BA (Hons) fine artist.
Our first classes were working from the landscape at Fremington Quay. As the winter approached it became clear that we would need warmer locations! Our first premises were the newly renovated St. Anne's Chapel which, with the support of several institutions including ourselves, developed into an art centre. The unique history of the building gave opportunities for drawing, painting and print making. As our business developed, we looked for larger and more flexible spaces. We ran successful life drawing classes in the Loughrigg Gallery in South Molton and one day events at Broomhill Sculpture Gardens together with various community centres. In January 2017 we moved to Barnstaple Baptist Church where we delivered classes on a Tuesday. We have also run several times a year for the last five years, very successful painting and drawing courses at RHS Rosemoor.
In 2014 as a family, we moved to Bideford. The busy quayside and arrival of the SS Freshspring provided intriguing spaces to work in. In collaboration with SS Freshspring we ran short courses and one day events.
Now in 2024 we have moved all our main classes to the Bideford Methodist Church rooms. We use this quiet, warm and well-lit space for two classes a day on Mondays and Tuesdays. Access is easy and Honestone and Panniers car parks are right next door.
We offer expert tuition guiding you through a variety of techniques, using a range of materials to produce drawings,and paintings. We both have significant experience in running art courses and all abilities are catered for in a friendly and supportive atmosphere. To find out a little more about your tutors click here.
Are you looking to improve your art skills?
In discussion with you we will provide subject matter which will both stimulate and develop your skills whatever your ability and previous experience. You will develop at your own pace and be supported to explore subjects which will allow you to apply skills and techniques both during the classes and in your own time.
Do you want to learn to paint and draw?
If you are a complete beginner or have had very little experience with painting and drawing, we can support and guide you through techniques which will develop your ability to create drawings and paintings using a range of media.
Are you planning a creative event?
Quay Drawing can create a bespoke course or one day event to suit your needs. We have organised corporate events, surprise birthday parties and team building days plus workshops.
To see more of our students' work please see our Quay Drawing Facebook page.
Terms and Conditions
Quay Drawing terms and Conditions can be found on our Terms and Conditions page, which has all course terms, payment, refund policy, personal data, insurance and general conditions.
Pete Newell
MA, BA (Hons) Fine Art
Painter, Sculptor and Fine Art Lecturer
Polly Pocock
BA (Hons) Fine Art
Installation Artist, Film Maker and Fine Art Lecturer
current courses:
Monday Morning Art Classes at Bideford
Monday Afternoon Art Classes at Bideford
Tuesday Morning Art Classes at Bideford
Tuesday Afternoon Art Classes at Bideford
current course venues:
Bideford Methodist Church
the gallery
The gallery contains our student works, from inspirational pieces to portraits and still life, in a multitude of mixed media from the charcoal and fine pencil lines to watercolours, acrylics and oil.
We had the most splendid time learning new skills.
Expert tuition made the three hours seem like 30 minutes!
Jenny J from Bath
A brilliant course,
enjoyed every minute and really looking forward to the next one!
Carolynne B
I cant believe how much I have learnt,
how much I have achieved and how much I enjoyed it!
Well planned, executed and great advice on techniques.
Trudy
Tutors so relaxed and friendly,
puts you at ease and lets your confidence grow.
Bet
contact us
If you have any queries regarding courses, venues or subject matter and media please feel free to contact us. For a full list of contact details please see our contact page, or alternatively use the "drop us a message" form here.
drop us a message
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