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There’ll be a celebration of ceramics at QPAC this Spring, as we host a month-long pottery festival between 25 April – 18 May, featuring workshops, a free-to-view exhibition, and a must-see masterclass from Chris & Freya Bramble. Pottery is the largest and most popular workshop department here at QPAC, and so we’re holding this flagshipContinue reading “POTTERY FESTIVAL 2022”

With the first school holiday of the year on the horizon, we’re looking ahead to the fantastic set of inspirational workshops on offer at QPAC this February. Spaces are already filling up for the classes, which are led by artist and tutor Ellie Kirkup. See below for more information about each class, or click hereContinue reading “HALF TERM CLASSES”

With a new month comes a new inspirational exhibition in our Artisan gallery space. ‘Smell The Roses’ is the first solo exhibition of local artist Colin Stokes. Colin works in various media, including acrylics, soft pastels, graphite, charcoal, watercolours, and inks. He studied art at Macclesfield College of Art during the 1990s, having begun aContinue reading “COLIN STOKES EXHIBITION”

The first set of Sunday Special workshops of 2022 have been announced. On Sunday 6 February we’ll have an eclectic mix of classes on offer, ideal for all levels of experience. Chair Caning (2-week course) – transform an old piece of furniture with this special course promoting upcycling. Collage Your Story – explore your personal story, history, cultureContinue reading “FEBRUARY SUNDAY SPECIALS”

With the centre now reopened for the spring term, we’re sharing details of some fantastic new weekly classes designed to support your health and wellbeing in 2022. See below for details of the new sessions, or click here to head straight to our online box office. FEEL GOOD AEROBICSWednesdays, 9.30am-10.30am Get moving and feel greatContinue reading “HEALTHY NEW YEAR”

Our pop-up Christmas shop is now open, with a wealth of beautiful handmade art and craft to view and buy – perfect for a bespoke festive present. With everything from ceramics and glassware to handmade cards and textiles, there’s something for everyone in the shop, which will be open until 19 December. See below forContinue reading “CHRISTMAS SHOP RETURNS”

We’re delighted to announce that our ever-popular art & craft fair will be returning on Saturday 13 November 2021. Forming part of our Artisan project, which aims to showcase the work of the region’s very best artists and makers, this year’s fair is the first to be curated by our Exhibitions and Events Co-ordinator SophieContinue reading “ARTISAN CRAFT FAIR 2021”

Are you inspired by the latest series of The Great British Sewing Bee? Or perhaps you bought or were given a sewing machine in Lockdown? You may have sewn in the past but feel a bit daunted when you look at dress making patterns? Whatever your circumstances, you can learn to sew your own, simpleContinue reading “DRESSMAKING WORKSHOPS”

Queens Park Arts Centre is encouraging people to kick-start their creativity this autumn, as it hosts a special open day to showcase all manner of artistic activities the local community can get involved with. On Saturday 11th September the Centre will be opening up its bespoke studio spaces with a wide variety of free tasterContinue reading “QPAC OPEN DAY 2021”

As we look to life after lockdown, we’re pleased to announce a special new family event taking place at the end of this month, which celebrates our creative community and all they’ve achieved over the last 18months. ‘Live Creatively’ follows on from our 2020 campaign #LiveCreativelyQPAC, which saw hundreds of photos and videos shared onlineContinue reading “LIVE CREATIVELY EVENT ANNOUNCED”