The Bristol Graffiti Workshop
What you'll do
Bristol is world-famous for its graffiti, so let the endless eye-catching murals and striking art that covers our streets inspire the budding street artist within you.
In this workshop, hosted by an active and experienced graffiti writer, you will practice a verity of authentic graffiti styles and painting techniques, right here in the nations street art capital.
Your host Tom will show you how to get hands-on with a spray can, before you try both freehand and stencilling styles and techniques in a safe and controlled environment. With this newfound skill and knowledge, you'll get creative and design your own ‘piece’ ‘tag’ and 'throwup'
Tom will begin by sharing his portfolio, inspiration and tips on how to create attention-grabbing designs. You’ll get the opportunity to work both collaboratively on a large mural, aswell as individually on your own smaller piece. Your personalised canvas will then be yours to keep!
Tom will cover everything from different techniques, to paints, caps, lettering styles, the legalities of graffiti, and everything else you need to know.
Next up, you’ll get to grips with stencil cutting – Tom will weigh up the difference between stencil and freehand, suggesting original ideas for both.
A freehand spray paint demonstration will be followed by a chance to work collectively with the other guests on a large collaborative piece, overlaid with stencils.
This workshop is a lot of fun no matter what your age, so why not make the most of our special group rate – sign up as a family and create memories as well as art!
Safety talks will be provided throughout the session.
Upcoming dates
What you'll do
Bristol is world-famous for its graffiti, so let the endless eye-catching murals and striking art that covers our streets inspire the budding street artist within you.
In this workshop, hosted by an active and experienced graffiti writer, you will practice a verity of authentic graffiti styles and painting techniques, right here in the nations street art capital.
Your host Tom will show you how to get hands-on with a spray can, before you try both freehand and stencilling styles and techniques in a safe and controlled environment. With this newfound skill and knowledge, you'll get creative and design your own ‘piece’ ‘tag’ and 'throwup'
Tom will begin by sharing his portfolio, inspiration and tips on how to create attention-grabbing designs. You’ll get the opportunity to work both collaboratively on a large mural, aswell as individually on your own smaller piece. Your personalised canvas will then be yours to keep!
Tom will cover everything from different techniques, to paints, caps, lettering styles, the legalities of graffiti, and everything else you need to know.
Next up, you’ll get to grips with stencil cutting – Tom will weigh up the difference between stencil and freehand, suggesting original ideas for both.
A freehand spray paint demonstration will be followed by a chance to work collectively with the other guests on a large collaborative piece, overlaid with stencils.
This workshop is a lot of fun no matter what your age, so why not make the most of our special group rate – sign up as a family and create memories as well as art!
Safety talks will be provided throughout the session.
How to get there
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Yuup extras
- Take home a personalised canvas!
Facilities
- Baby changing
- Child friendly (0-16)
- Adult changing
- Wheelchair accessible
- WiFi
- Refreshments available
- Parking
- Toilets
- Outdoors
COVID-19 guidelines
- Mask and gloves will be provided
- The experience will take place outdoors
On the day
- Make sure you wear old clothes as spray paint doesn’t wash out!
- Please provide name and age of the person attending in the notes section on your booking -Enter St Werburghs community centre via the rear gate, and head to the annexe where you will be met by Tom
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About The Bristol Graffiti Workshop
"The Bristol Graffiti Workshop" is a fun and educational experience hosted in the heart of the UK's Graffiti capital, open for all ages to have the opportunity to practice the art of Graffiti in a safe and controlled environment with direction and support of a professional local street artist.
Your host
Leading graffiti artist Tom Sturgess graduated from the University of the West of England (UWE) in 2017 with a First Class, BA in Fine Art. He has since been working as a free lance Street Artist in Bristol. Tom is well-versed in sharing his passion and skills with others, both through "The Bristol Graffiti Workshop" and "4 Elements" a group who tour a series of Hip Hop classes around the UK festival circuit.
What people are saying
Very good leader who encouraged my child. A great experience for all the family / adults / children. And the end result was spectacular!
Me and my friend Amanda had a brilliant time learning to graffiti with Vane. It was informative, fun and the right level of guidance and practice to really get value from the time. Would be great to do some courses to keep learning more! 100% would recommend this for adults, kids and anyone spending time or living in Bristol.
Unusual and fun experience. A chance to get creative and hands on with aerosol cans.
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Upcoming dates
What people are saying
Very good leader who encouraged my child. A great experience for all the family / adults / children. And the end result was spectacular!
Me and my friend Amanda had a brilliant time learning to graffiti with Vane. It was informative, fun and the right level of guidance and practice to really get value from the time. Would be great to do some courses to keep learning more! 100% would recommend this for adults, kids and anyone spending time or living in Bristol.
Unusual and fun experience. A chance to get creative and hands on with aerosol cans.
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