A rare opportunity to learn from acclaimed artist Janet Weight Reed as she shares the joy of observation, creativity and expressive portrait

Inspired Creativities November: Expressive Portraits with Janet Weight Reed 🎨

We're absolutely delighted to welcome acclaimed artist Janet Weight Reed for a very special Inspired Creativities evening.

Janet rarely teaches workshops now, making this a wonderful opportunity to learn directly from an artist whose work has inspired collectors, students and fellow artists for many decades.

The evening will begin with Janet creating a live portrait demonstration, sharing not only her artistic techniques, but also how she observes her subject and brings personality to the page.

Then it's our turn.

Working in pairs, we'll have the opportunity to draw or paint one another, discovering that great portraiture isn't about perfection—it's about really seeing the person in front of you.

This workshop isn't about producing a masterpiece.

It's about slowing down, observing, experimenting and rediscovering the simple joy of being creative.

Whether you work with watercolours, coloured pencils, old paints, pastels or another favourite medium, Janet will encourage you to explore your own style in a relaxed and supportive environment.

If this evening sparks your creative curiosity, then it's done exactly what Janet hopes it will do.

What to Expect

🎨 Live portrait demonstration by Janet

🎨 Learn the art of observation

🎨 Work in pairs to create expressive portraits

🎨 Gentle guidance throughout

🎨 A relaxed, supportive atmosphere

🎨 Time to experiment and enjoy the creative process

🎨 Take your artwork home

About Janet

Janet Weight Reed is an internationally respected artist, writer and portrait painter whose expressive work is held in private collections throughout the UK, Europe and the USA.

Working across watercolour, oils and mixed media, Janet is celebrated for capturing the essence, character and emotion of her subjects with remarkable energy and immediacy.

A lifelong artist, Janet believes creativity plays an important role in our emotional, physical and spiritual wellbeing—a philosophy reflected throughout her artwork, writing and occasional workshops.

Although Janet continues to paint professionally and accepts commissions, she now only rarely teaches, making this a wonderful opportunity to spend an evening learning from her experience, warmth and unique artistic perspective.

Event DetailsThe Inspired Hub – Club Side
Tuesday 3 November 2026
Arrive from 7:30pm for a 7:45pm start
Bar open until 8:00pm
Finish approximately 9:30pm

Tickets£15 per person
✨ Maximum 20 places

What should I bring?Please bring whichever art materials you already enjoy using.

Ideas include:

🎨 Watercolours

✏️ Coloured pencils

🖌️ Acrylic or other paints

🖍️ Pastels

✏️ Sketching pencils

There is absolutely no need to purchase specialist materials for this workshop.

Janet will provide guidance that works across a range of artistic media, and paper will be available for everyone.