5 Week Course: Poetry & Painting
Mon 01 Jun
|Bristol Folk House
Learn how to paint watercolours inspired by poetry and the magic of the natural world with tutor Holly.


Time & Location
01 Jun 2026, 19:30 – 21:30
Bristol Folk House, 40a Park St, Bristol BS1 5JG, UK
About the event
5 week course | Monday 1st June - Monday 29th June Each week, we’ll explore a different nature poem as our creative starting point, drawing inspiration from the visual language, tone and atmosphere.
Holly will introduce a range of step-by-step watercolour techniques, alongside simple warm-up exercises and mindful creative practices, allowing your confidence to grow week by week. Over the course, you’ll create a portfolio of poetic watercolour paintings to take home.
What you’ll gain:
Practical watercolour techniques for painting nature and landscapes
Increased creative confidence and a mindful approach to artmaking
Ways to use poetry and stories as artistic inspiration
A calm, supportive space to enjoy the creative process over outcomes
No previous experience is necessary, this course is open to all levels and abilities. Just bring yourself and an open mind!
Please note that materials are not provided, but a detailed materials list will be shared so you can create your own creative kit for the course and beyond.
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