Courses

Arts and Crafts

at Dorchester Library and Learning Centre

Abstract Painting

A practical, hands-on painting course introducing you to some of the key art movements and artists within abstract painting.

course code
PL1041H
Availability
This course is available for enrolment.
places
 12
Start
05 Jun 2026 (Summer)
Weeks
6 weeks
Times
Fri 10:00-12:30

where
Dorchester Library and Learning Centre  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees
total fee for this course £105.00  (concession £63.00)
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Drawing - Taster

A Free and Fun workshop designed to introduce basic drawing techniques and inspire creativity.

course code
PC1010H
Availability
This course is available for enrolment.
places
 6
Start
05 Sep 2025 (Autumn)
Weeks
One day
Times
Fri 10:00-12:30

where
Dorchester Library and Learning Centre  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees

free 

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course code
PC1011H
Availability
This course is available for enrolment.
places
 3
Start
04 Sep 2025 (Autumn)
Weeks
One day
Times
Thu 18:30-21:00

where
Dorchester Library and Learning Centre  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees

free 

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Drawing for Pleasure & Relaxation

This wonderful creative arts course will introduce you to some of the benefits of learning to draw and paint for your own personal pleasure and help you to make a start in understanding how to use a range of drawing techniques to create your very own pieces of artwork.

course code
PL1015H
Availability
This course is available for enrolment.
places
 9
Start
19 Sep 2025 (Autumn)
Weeks
6 weeks
Times
Fri 10:00-12:30

where
Dorchester Library and Learning Centre  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees
total fee for this course £105.00  (concession £63.00)
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Festive Workshop: Handmade Watercolour Cards

Delight your friends and family during the festive season, with elegant and stunning hand-painted greeting cards by you.

course code
ZN1080H
Availability
This course is available for enrolment.
places
 9
Start
28 Oct 2025 (Autumn)
Weeks
One day
Times
Tue 14:00-16:30

where
Dorchester Library and Learning Centre  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees
total fee for this course £25.00
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Life Drawing for Beginners

This fantastic creative arts course will allow you to begin and develop your drawing skills using a variety of media and with the human figure as inspiration. Suitable for over 18s.

course code
PL1016H
Availability
This course is available for enrolment.
places
 5
Start
18 Sep 2025 (Autumn)
Weeks
4 weeks
Times
Thu 18:00-20:30

where
Dorchester Library and Learning Centre  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees
total fee for this course £70.00  (concession £42.00)
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course code
PL1018H
Availability
This course is available for enrolment.
places
 11
Start
06 Nov 2025 (Autumn)
Weeks
4 weeks
Times
Thu 18:00-20:30

where
Dorchester Library and Learning Centre  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees
total fee for this course £70.00  (concession £42.00)
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course code
PL1019H
Availability
This course is available for enrolment.
places
 11
Start
16 Apr 2026 (Summer)
Weeks
4 weeks
Times
Thu 18:00-20:30

where
Dorchester Library and Learning Centre  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees
total fee for this course £70.00  (concession £42.00)
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course code
PL1020H
Availability
This course is available for enrolment.
places
 11
Start
26 Feb 2026 (Spring)
Weeks
4 weeks
Times
Thu 18:00-20:30

where
Dorchester Library and Learning Centre  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees
total fee for this course £70.00  (concession £42.00)
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course code
PL1022H
Availability
This course is available for enrolment.
places
 12
Start
04 Jun 2026 (Summer)
Weeks
4 weeks
Times
Thu 18:00-20:30

where
Dorchester Library and Learning Centre  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees
total fee for this course £70.00  (concession £42.00)
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Painting - Taster

A free, fun and guided session that will introduce some basic painting techniques

course code
PC1023H
Availability
This course is full. Please contact us on 01202 123444 to be added to the queue.
places
course full
Start
03 Sep 2025 (Autumn)
Weeks
One day
Times
Wed 14:00-16:30

where
Dorchester Library and Learning Centre  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees

free 

This course is full. Please contact us on 01202 123444 to be added to the queue.


Painting Florals

The course will focus on giving you the observational skills to capture flowers and botanicals while introducing a variety of painting media within a relaxed and supportive class.

course code
PL1044H
Availability
This course is available for enrolment.
places
 12
Start
03 Jun 2026 (Summer)
Weeks
6 weeks
Times
Wed 14:00-16:30

where
Dorchester Library and Learning Centre  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees
total fee for this course £105.00  (concession £63.00)
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Painting for Beginners

A relaxed and supportive class that will introduce you to the basics and get you started on your Painting journey.

course code
PL1032H
Availability
This course is available for enrolment.
places
 6
Start
17 Sep 2025 (Autumn)
Weeks
6 weeks
Times
Wed 14:00-16:30

where
Dorchester Library and Learning Centre  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees
total fee for this course £105.00  (concession £63.00)
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Painting the Jurassic Coast & Seascapes

This fascinating and supportive art course will introduce you to the specialist techniques to create beautiful paintings of the amazing Jurassic coast & seascapes.

course code
PL1048H
Availability
This course is available for enrolment.
places
 11
Start
17 Apr 2026 (Summer)
Weeks
6 weeks
Times
Fri 10:00-12:30

where
Dorchester Library and Learning Centre  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees
total fee for this course £105.00  (concession £63.00)
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Portrait Painting for Beginners

This course will help you make a start in understanding how to use a range of drawing and painting techniques when drawing and painting a portrait.

course code
PL1035H
Availability
This course is available for enrolment.
places
 7
Start
05 Nov 2025 (Autumn)
Weeks
5 weeks
Times
Wed 14:00-16:30

where
Dorchester Library and Learning Centre  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees
total fee for this course £88.00  (concession £53.00)
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Portrait Painting for Improvers

The course aims to develop your skills in portraiture within a relaxed and supportive setting.

course code
PL1056H
Availability
This course is available for enrolment.
places
 12
Start
15 Apr 2026 (Summer)
Weeks
5 weeks
Times
Wed 14:00-16:00

where
Dorchester Library and Learning Centre  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees
total fee for this course £70.00  (concession £42.00)
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Sketching in Colour for Beginners

This exciting new course introduces learners to the highly enjoyable activity of sketching with colour media.

course code
PL1058H
Availability
This course is available for enrolment.
places
 11
Start
07 Jan 2026 (Spring)
Weeks
6 weeks
Times
Wed 14:00-16:30

where
Dorchester Library and Learning Centre  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees
total fee for this course £105.00  (concession £63.00)
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Urban Sketching for Beginners

A fun creative course to get you observing and sketching your local environment.

course code
PL1063H
Availability
This course is available for enrolment.
places
 12
Start
25 Feb 2026 (Spring)
Weeks
4 weeks
Times
Wed 14:00-16:30

where
Dorchester Library and Learning Centre  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees
total fee for this course £70.00  (concession £42.00)
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Watercolour Painting for Beginners

This course introduces learners to the basics of watercolour painting within a relaxed and supportive environment.

course code
PL1070H
Availability
This course is available for enrolment.
places
 5
Start
09 Jan 2026 (Spring)
Weeks
6 weeks
Times
Fri 10:00-12:30

where
Dorchester Library and Learning Centre  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees
total fee for this course £105.00  (concession £63.00)
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