The Art Exchange

25/10/2026

THE ART EXCHANGE CIC
Presents...

ART PORTFOLIO BUILDING CLASS

For Young Artists Aged 10–16

Build Confidence • Master New Techniques • Elevate Your Portfolio

Are you working towards GCSE Art, preparing a college application,
or simply passionate about developing your visual style?

Join our weekly structured hands-on sessions led by professional
artists in a supportive studio environment.

WHAT WE COVER THIS TERM:


✦ Observational Drawing & Dramatic Charcoal Tone
✦ Mixed Media, Collage & Surface Texture


✦ Color Theory & Limited Palette Painting


✦ Monoprinting & Print Techniques


✦ Sketchbook Layout, Annotation & Critique Skills

WHEN: Thursdays | 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM

DATES: 5th November – 17th December (7 Weeks)

WHERE: The Art Exchange CIC, 55 Westgate, Wakefield, WF1 1BW

PRICE: £8 per class (or £50 for full term)

All core materials included! Suitable for beginners through to
advanced young creatives looking to build a stand-out portfolio.

LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE!

📩 To book your place:

Email: [email protected]

Message us directly on Facebook / Instagram

24/10/2026

❄️ AFTER SCHOOL ADVENTURES ❄️

Wintry Wonders & Nature Explorers

Wednesdays| 4:30 PM – 5:30PM Dates: 4th November – 16th December (7 Weeks) Ages: 5–12 years | Price: £8 per session

🎨 WHAT WE’LL BE EXPLORING THIS TERM:

✨ Ice & Frost Science-Art | Crystallized Salt Snowflakes & Watercolors

🦉 Winter Wildlife | Pinecone Owls & Eco-Friendly Bird Feeders

🕯️ Light & Solstice | Frosted Winter Jam-Jar Lanterns

🌲 Folk Craft | Botanical Salt Dough Hanging Ornaments

📦 Eco Printmaking | Hand-Printed Winter Wrapping Paper & Cards

🌿 Nature Construction | Foraged Forest Wreaths & Garlands

🎉 FEATURING A SPECIAL FINALE:

🎄 THE GRAND ARTY CHRISTMAS PARTY! (Wednesdays 16th Dec)

Giant collaborative floor mural, reindeer food pouches, festive games & winter treats!

📍 Location: The Art Exchange CIC, Westgate Studios, 55 Westgate, Wakefield. WF11BW

🎟️ Booking Essential: Spaces are limited to ensure hands-on attention.

📱 Book Your Spot: [email protected]

Hands-on, creative, nature-inspired learning fun.

24/10/2026

❄️ HOME ED ADVENTURES ❄️

Wintry Wonders & Nature Explorers

Fridays | 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Dates: 6th November – 18th December (7 Weeks)

Ages: 5–12 years | Price: £8 per session or £50 for the full term.

🎨 WHAT WE’LL BE EXPLORING THIS TERM:

✨ Ice & Frost Science-Art | Crystallized Salt Snowflakes & Watercolors

🦉 Winter Wildlife | Pinecone Owls & Eco-Friendly Bird Feeders

🕯️ Light & Solstice | Frosted Winter Jam-Jar Lanterns

🌲 Folk Craft | Botanical Salt Dough Hanging Ornaments

📦 Eco Printmaking | Hand-Printed Winter Wrapping Paper & Cards

🌿 Nature Construction | Foraged Forest Wreaths & Garlands

🎉 FEATURING A SPECIAL FINALE:

🎄 THE GRAND ARTY CHRISTMAS PARTY! (Friday 18th Dec)

Giant collaborative floor mural, reindeer food pouches, festive games & winter treats!

📍 Location: The Art Exchange CIC, Westgate Studios, 55 Westgate, Wakefield. WF11BW

🎟️ Booking Essential: Spaces are limited to ensure hands-on attention.

📱 Book Your Spot: [email protected]

Hands-on, creative, nature-inspired learning for home-educated children.

12/10/2026

❄️🌿 NEW WORKSHOP ALERT! 🌿❄️

✨ WINTER WREATH MAKING WORKSHOP ✨

Fancy getting creative and bringing a little winter magic to your home? Join us at The Art Exchange CIC for a lovely winter wreath-making workshop!

Whether you're a seasoned crafter or just fancy trying something new, come along, get creative, and make your own beautiful wreath to take home. 💚

🎨 A chance to get creative
🌿 Make something beautiful and unique
☕ Enjoy some relaxed, creative time together

Perfect for a little seasonal treat, a catch-up with friends, or simply doing something lovely for yourself!

🎟️ Spaces are available now — book your place here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/winter-wreath-making-workshop-tickets-1879514842489

Come and make something wonderful with us! ❤️

📍 The Art Exchange CIC, Westgate Studios, 55 Westgate, Wakefield

30/09/2026

Oh, there could be a low down, but its very busy here year, here's what we've got send us your best offers!

30/09/2026

🎨 CLINK MEMORIAL ART AUCTION – ONLINE CATALOGUE & REMOTE BIDDING INFO 🔨✨

Can’t make it in person tonight, or want to scout out your favourite pieces early? We’ve got you covered!

📖 Online Catalogue Drops at 8:30 PM

We will be publishing the full online auction catalogue by 8:30 PM this evening, showcasing all the incredible, donated artwork available to bid on in support of Neil "Clink" Clarkson's tribute mural!

📩 How to Bid Remotely:

If you see something you love and can’t be there live at 9:45 PM, you can bid remotely! Simply send us a direct message with your maximum bid before 9:30 PM sharp.

💳 Payment Details:

If your remote bid is successful, a payment link will be sent directly to you which will require payment within 24 hours.

⚠️ Important Reminder:

9:30 PM: Doors close at 55 Westgate for venue entry & remote bids close!

9:45 PM: Live auction kicks off at The Art Exchange CIC (Studio A4)!

Keep your eyes on our page around 8:30 PM, get those maximum bids in, and let's raise as much as we can for Clink’s mural fund! 💙🎨

📍 Where: The Art Exchange CIC (55 Westgate, WF1 1BW)

🍻 BYOB: Bring your own drinks & join us for the evening!

29/09/2026

🎨 Artwalk Wakefield at The Art Exchange CIC (Studio A4)! 🎨

Join us this Wednesday, 30th September for an incredible lineup of art, music, and community!

WHAT’S ON (Open 5pm–9pm):

A Celebration of Clink – Honouring Neil “Clink” Clarkson’s huge legacy in Wakefield's music scene & creative community. (Open 5pm–late)

Core & Course: Who I Am! – A striking visual triptych by Esther Adeola Seriki exploring heritage, diaspora, and identity across generations.

Pain in the Collision of Nature – Figurative paintings by Thomas Young exploring nature and the human condition.

Ridings of Yorkshire – Scenery-inspired illustrations by Lorien James, captured on local cycle and hike adventures.

💥 SPECIAL EVENING EVENTS:

8:00 - 9:00 PM - Electro Glitch Industrial - ELECTRIC EBB3
A mix of glitch, found footage art work and EBB3 takes influence from various cultures and nature.

🎸 9:00 PM – Live music from A Few Friends (jazzy pop & blues rock)

🔨 9:45 PM – Clink’s Memorial Art Auction (raising funds for his tribute mural!)

🍻 BYOB & Cheap Night Out! Bring your own b**r, grab a drink, and drop a donation toward the mural fund.

📍 Where: The Art Exchange CIC, Studio A4 (55 Westgate)

🗓️ When: Wednesday 30th September | 5 PM – Late (doors shut at 9;30 prompt)

Check out what's going on elsewhere here:

https://artwalkwakefield.org/schedule

Come down and make Wakefield shine! ✨

26/09/2026

🎸 Live Music Spotlight for Artwalk Wakefield!🎸

Catch 'A Few Friends' live for our upcoming Artwalk! Featuring Luiza Dimitriu , Phil Lewis , Steve Regan , Guy Thomas , and Becca Thomas, this brilliant line-up is bringing an incredible mix of jazzy pop intermingled with American blues rock—plus a few classics on the side. 🎷🎶

Come on down, bring your own b**r (making a small donation towards Clinks mural), and enjoy some fantastic live music as we fill the venue with good vibes!

📍 Where: The Art Exchange, 55 Westgate, Wakefield

🗓️ When: Wednesday 30th September from 9pm onwards

Let’s get involved, support live music, and make Wakefield shine! ✨

26/09/2026

🎨 Art Auction for Clink – Artwalk Night! 🎨

Join us on Wednesday 30th September at 7:30pm at The Art Exchange CIC for a very special Art Auction as part of this month's Artwalk.

We are hosting this event in loving memory of Neil "Clink" Clarkson. Clink was huge supporter of The Art Exchange CIC and worked endlessly for the Wakefield music scene—making sure every new band had a space to rehearse, grow, and be heard. 🎸🥁

All proceeds from the auction will go towards the community fund to create a memorial mural in his honor.

How you can help:
If you have a piece of art knocking about that you would like to donate to the auction, please get in touch! Every single donation will be gratefully received, and every pound raised gets us closer to making this memorial a reality.

Drop us a message if you can donate artwork or want to get involved in any way. Let's come together on Artwalk night to celebrate Clink's legacy and make Wakefield shine! ❤️✨

📍 Where: The Art Exchange CIC

⏰ When: Wednesday 30th September at 7:30pm



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24/09/2026

Have you heard about our Life Drawing Class? ✏️🎨

It’s a beautiful, welcoming community event where you get to spend time in your own creative space making art from the form. Everything you need is right here—we supply all the materials, and you even get fed! 🫖🍞

Join us TONIGHT (Thursday) for a relaxed and creative evening.

📍 When: Thursday evenings (Tonight!) 🎟️ Cost: £10 per session ✏️ Includes: All materials + food provided!

Come down, unwind, and get creative with a lovely group of people. See you tonight! 🌟