Creative Artists

Ages: 10-12
Term: Autumn, spring
Length: 8 weeks

Overview

This fun, hands-on course is perfect for aspiring artists specifically aged 10-12 years to experiment and explore their creativity.

To book your young artist’s place today, simply click the 'Book Now' button to be taken to AUB's secure online store, where you can complete your booking. You can also sign up to our newsletter for updates.

What you need to know

When does it run?

Autumn term 2025

Every Saturday, 27 September – 29 November 2025

Please note, there are no sessions on 11 October and 8 November due to AUB Open Days.

Spring term 2026

Every Saturday, 31 January – 21 March 2026

How long is the course?

8 Saturdays

What time are the classes?

09.30-12.30

Who's this course for?

This course has been developed for aspiring artists aged 10-12.

Please note, we can't accept young artists below 10 years old on this course.

We also offer this course tailored for 7-9 year-olds.

Does my young artist need any qualifications or experience?

No. This is an introductory course, so your young artist doesn't need any previous experience, just buckets of enthusiasm!

I’m not sure if this is suitable for my young artist. Can I speak to someone?

Yes, of course! If you'd like to discuss if this course is suitable for your young artist, get in touch with us: email academy@aub.ac.uk or call +44 (0) 1202 363222.

How much does this course cost?

£245

What's included in this price?

All course materials and resources
Everything your young artist will need to take part in the course will be provided by us – no hidden costs!

Classes are practical, so wear clothes that you don't mind your young artists getting messy.
Drinks and snacks for break time and duration of class; please ensure snacks don't contain nuts.
It's strongly advised that mobile phones, tablets and other valuables aren't brought to class. Any personal possessions are the responsibility of your young artist and AUB won't be liable for any loss or damage.

About this course

This exciting course has been specifically developed for blossoming artists aged 10–12 to help them harness their imagination and gain confidence in creating and sharing their work. All projects and learning undertaken is tailored to the older age group and will be more advanced.

On this course, young artists will learn and develop new art and design skills in an inclusive, supportive, and vibrant environment, where they’ll set their imagination free and find their creative voice. They'll explore surrealist exquisite corpses, watercolour painting for picture books, tonal plein air painting, cartoon character art, character and creature design, character and creature sculpting and portrait painting.

Your young artists will be expertly led by friendly teaching staff dedicated to supporting young learners. They’ll learn in our state-of-the-art studio spaces and have access to our industry-standard resources, so they get a taste of the creative industries. During the course students will share and talk about their work, in an encouraging and compassionate environment.

Returning students: Our tutors are made aware of any returning young artists. Although our lesson plans remain the same for each term, our tutor will ensure returning artists have the chance to explore new creative avenues within their projects and will be introduced to additional techniques to develop their learning and creativity following their previous terms. It's safe to say, there's never a dull day with our young artists!

Creative thinking
Idea generation
Illustration
Watercolour painting
Acrylic painting
Drawing principles
Character and creature design
Sculpture

At the end of the course your young artist will:

Possess improved artistic skills
Have an appreciation and understanding of creative processes, including seeing an idea through from start to finish, sharing, and reflecting
Understand the importance of preparation, utilising sketchbooks, and developing ideas
Understand the key benefits of a creative community of their peers
Have increased confidence in their own skills
Have boosted creativity and imagination
Appreciate teamwork and team building ethics
Feel inspired by the new skills they've learnt and from sharing ideas with new friends
Have the foundations to continue creating beyond this course
You can request a certificate to confirm your young artist's achievements, providing they have 100% attendance record. To request a certificate please get in touch with us at academy@aub.ac.uk and confirm name of your young artist and the title of course they've completed

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Book your young artist's place today

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Meet your young artist’s tutor

Toby Fox Drew

Toby Fox Drew is an illustrator and educator living and working on the south coast of the UK. Toby’s work is largely character-driven...

Beyond the course

This could just be the start of your young artist's creative journey! After this course, your young artist could continue to harness their creativity and explore alternative Saturday Art School subjects for youngsters aged 10-12.