Category: Event

Meet, Sip & Paint – Introductory Offer – Weekly Sessions

Class, Event, Painting

*** Special Introductory Offer***

Dip Your Brush into Our New 5-Week Taster Sessions! 🎨🍷

Want to test the waters before diving in? Grab our Special Introductory Offer for just £85.00.

If you decide to join us for the full 13-week term, we’ll deduct the entire cost of your taster session from your tuition! Joining us mid-program? No problem—we’ll apply a pro-rata discount to ensure you only pay for the art you create.

Subject to availability—spaces fill up fast!”

Spaces are limited. If you’d like to claim your spot, please email to register your interest membership.bromleyartsociety@gmail.com or text Paul at 07732408554

Weekly from Thursday 9th April 19:00 – 21:00

Whyte Room, Ripley Arts Centre, 24 Sundridge Ave, Bromley BR1 2PX

Led by experienced art tutor Nishad Karim, these weekly sessions are designed to be fun, sociable, and entirely guided by you. Rather than following a rigid syllabus, you are the architect of your own progress. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned artist, Nishad will be on hand to help you realize your specific artistic aspirations in a relaxed, creative environment.

When & Where: The sessions will be held every Thursday evening (7pm – 9pm) starting this April, hosted in the spacious Whyte Room with its beautiful gardens at Ripley Arts Centre.

The Investment: The cost for a three-month term is £215.00. This works out to just £16.50 per week—exceptional value that includes:

  • Professional tuition and guidance.
  • Complimentary wine to enjoy while you create.
  • A warm, friendly atmosphere to meet fellow art lovers.

Added Bonus: If you aren’t already a member of the Bromley Art Society, signing up for these sessions grants you free membership! You’ll gain full access to our year-round calendar of activities, events, and exhibitions.

By the end of the three months, you’ll have sharpened your skills, created new work, and made a wonderful circle of friends.

Spaces are limited. If you’d like to claim your spot, please email to register your interest membership.bromleyartsociety@gmail.com or text me at 07732408554

Kind regards,
Paul (Chairman, Bromley Art Society)

Meet, Sip & Paint – Weekly Sessions

Class, Event, Painting

Spaces are limited. If you’d like to claim your spot, please email to register your interest membership.bromleyartsociety@gmail.com or text Paul at 07732408554

Weekly from Thursday 9th April 19:00 – 21:00

Whyte Room, Ripley Arts Centre, 24 Sundridge Ave, Bromley BR1 2PX

Led by experienced art tutor Nishad Karim, these weekly sessions are designed to be fun, sociable, and entirely guided by you. Rather than following a rigid syllabus, you are the architect of your own progress. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned artist, Nishad will be on hand to help you realize your specific artistic aspirations in a relaxed, creative environment.

When & Where: The sessions will be held every Thursday evening (7pm – 9pm) starting this April, hosted in the spacious Whyte Room with its beautiful gardens at Ripley Arts Centre.

The Investment: The cost for a three-month term is £215.00. This works out to just £16.50 per week—exceptional value that includes:

  • Professional tuition and guidance.
  • Complimentary wine to enjoy while you create.
  • A warm, friendly atmosphere to meet fellow art lovers.

Added Bonus: If you aren’t already a member of the Bromley Art Society, signing up for these sessions grants you free membership! You’ll gain full access to our year-round calendar of activities, events, and exhibitions.

By the end of the three months, you’ll have sharpened your skills, created new work, and made a wonderful circle of friends.

Spaces are limited. If you’d like to claim your spot, please email to register your interest membership.bromleyartsociety@gmail.com or text me at 07732408554

Kind regards,
Paul (Chairman, Bromley Art Society)

Wed 18 March – Workshop –  Watercolour Workshop with Peter Sutton

Class, Event, Painting, Workshop

10:00 – 15:00 at St Georges Church Hall, Bickley, BR1 2BE

We are delighted to announce a full-day workshop led by professional artist Peter Sutton. Whether you are looking to refine your cityscapes or capture the raw energy of the sea, this is an opportunity not to be missed. This has been arranged especially for you by Alison Berry from our events team.

About the Artist

Peter Sutton studied at Ravensbourne College of Art and is a seasoned practitioner with an extensive exhibition history. His work has been featured in group shows at the Whitworth  Art Gallery and solo exhibitions at the Peterborough City Museum and the Mina Renton Gallery in Pimlico. Having taught watercolours for many years at B.A.E.C, Peter brings a wealth of educational experience to the society. His personal work often explores the evocative theme of abandoned structures yielding to the forces of nature.

Workshop Schedule

The day will be divided into two focused sessions:

  • Morning (AM): Techniques for painting architectural and city townscapes.
  • Afternoon (PM): Dedicated to seascapes and individual creative development.

What to Bring

  • Reference images you would like to paint (for both city and sea themes).
  • Your own watercolour paints, brushes, and paper.
  • A packed lunch (Tea and coffee will be provided during our 45-minute lunch break at 12:00 pm).

Booking and Payment

To ensure your place, please register your interest as soon as possible via email to bromleyartsocietyevents@gmail.com

  • Cost: £25.00 per person (£20.00 for regular Wednesday session attendees).
  • Payment Deadline: Monday, 16th February.
  • How to Pay: Via bank transfer to:

    Sort Code 09-01-55
    Account number 42186802
    Account name Bromley Art Society

    or using the SumUp machine during any Wednesday session between 10am and 12 Noon

Please note: Payments are non-refundable and must be paid in full to secure your booking.

Thank you for your continued support—we look forward to seeing your creations!

ps If you have not already, may I remind you to renew your 2026 membership and complete our survey please.

Tue 11 Nov – Monthly Meeting- Members Art Evening

Event, Monthly Meeting

19:00 – 21:00 at St Georges Church Hall, Bickley, BR1 2BE

We have some fantastic talent in our society and to celebrate I have invited 5 brave and brilliant members to talk about their own art. Each have their own individual take and story to tell. Who are they? – why not come and find out! I hope to invite more members to talk about their art in future events.

Doors will open at 7pm at St Georges Church Hall, Bickley BR1 2BE and the evening will begin shortly afterwards, finishing around 9:30pm. The event is free for all members. Members may bring a guest for free as well on this occasion.

Tea, coffee and biscuits are available or you can bring your own refreshments. You may also want to toast our final evening event of the year!

Wed 19 Nov – Workshop – Oil Pastels featuring Northern Lights and a Nebula with Lee Nightingale

Class, Event, Workshop

10:00 – 15:00 at St Georges Church Hall, Bickley, BR1 2BE

Northern Lights
Nebula

My name is Lee Nightingale and I am a member of the Bromley Art Society, you may have meet me before.

I have been asked to run a workshop on the 19th of November in oil pastels looking at The northern Lights and a Nebular (where the stars are borne) using different techniques on black paper.

We will run from 10am to around 3pm with a lunch break 12.30 to 1.15 with refreshments (please bring your own refreshments if you wish).

All materials provided but of course you are welcome to bring your own.

Cost will be £25.00 per person with a reduction of £5.00 for the people who regularly pay monthly to attend  the Wednesdays sessions and who have already contributed to the hire of the hall. Guests are welcome provided there is space.

To reserve your place please email bromleyartsocietyevents@gmail.com and after your place has been confirmed make a payment a.s.a.p to B.A.S bank transfer or card  / cash at St Georges on a Wednesday. Places are on a first come basis and will be limited to around 20 people.

Bank transfer payment to:

Sort Code 09-01-55
Account number 42186802
Account name Bromley Art Society

Please add as reference “Wrk” followed by your initial and surname.

Plein Air Painting at Eynsford Friday 22 Aug 2025

Event

22/08/2025 Eynsford

This Fridays Plein air at Eynsford is open to all who would like to come.

We plan to arrive at the Plough Inn car park between 11am and 11:30am. Just register you car registration number at the Inn please. There is no cost apart from any refreshments you buy. I am taking a couple of portable seats sketch board, watercolours and sketching pens / pencils along with palette water container brushes, clean up kitchen roll etc…but you are welcome to bring what you wish. I was then thinking we could meet up half time at lunch and then later in the afternoon before revewing our artwork and finishing around 3pm.

Eynsford is a lovely place for artists. Not only is there the Ford but also the castle and plenty of family life around the stream into the ford. Plenty of challenges if you choose. Dappled light in the trees and stream, the ford itself and the local quaint architecture. Good for reference photos as well.


Look forward to seeing you.

Tue 14 Oct – Monthly Meeting Live Demonstration by by Mel Cambridge – Oil Painting

Demonstration, Event, Monthly Meeting, Painting

7:30 to 9:30pm at St Georges Church Hall, Bickley, BR1 2BE

Monthly Meeting Live Demonstration by by Mel Cambridge – Oil painting – further details later

Mel always painted since childhood and by the age of 14 was using oil colours. I love the buttery texture and tactile nature of oil paint, the way you can move it around, scrape off and keep inspiration flowing.

Her main artistic influences come from nature, particularly the English Coastline and the open Downland near to her home. Both places have such wide open spaces and big skies. Light, colour and atmosphere are inspirational – even an empty beach, if there are interesting cloud formations can be the starting point for a painting.

https://melaniecambridge-fine-art.co.uk/about-me.html

Tue 9 Sep – Monthly Meeting – Live Interactive Demonstration by Nishad Karim on Watercolour Techniques

Demonstration, Event, Monthly Meeting, Painting

Tuesday 9 September – St Georges Church Hall 19:30 – 21:30

Nishad is an established professional artist with many exhibitions to his credit and has produced online painting tutorials and demonstrations on several subjects and painting media.

“‘In painting landscapes with a loose but realistic style I attempt to convey to the viewer a sense of presence, enjoyment and ‘seeing’ a particular scene. Nature has its own way of creating the most beautiful patterns and sceneries and landscape painting for me evokes a sense of mystery, fragility and an understanding of the natural environment. The way form emerges from light and the effect light has on colour and mood is all quite intriguing.”

for further details see https://www.nishadkarim.co.uk/nishadkarimart

Tue 8 Jul 25 – Monthly Meeting – Live Demonstration by Frank Walters- Landscapes in Watercolour

Demonstration, Event, Monthly Meeting, Painting

Tue 8 Jul 25 at St Georges Church Hall, Bickley 19:30 to 21:30

After art school, Frank began his long and distinguished career as an award winning art director in advertising, but watercolour landscape painting was never far away. He developed his YouTube teaching channel which today has thousands of followers. He also became the resident watercolour tutor at Kew Art Studio where he hosts ‘Art Club’ every Tuesday evening. Frank also holds regular Wednesday Zoom Watercolour Demos to a broad international painting community and three times a year he organises ‘en plein air’ painting retreats to Andalusia in April, Tuscany or Crete in June and the Côte d’Azur in October.  

Frank believes that his quick and expressive style of watercolour painting can be easily learned by everyone using his tried and tested techniques and methods.