Friendly Asked
Questions

Yes, you are welcome to pay for the first class ,£15, and see if you enjoy it.  We promise you will!

To benefit from art classes you need to attend regularly.  Our program starts with the basics and build up your technique as you go along.  It is therefore not beneficial to attend the first class only.

• Monthly Fee: £60 (covers four 2.5-hour classes per month, at £15 per session).

• Fees are due in the last week of each month.

• Monthly payments reserve your spot and are required even if classes are missed due to holidays or personal reasons.

• Make-Up Policy: If you miss a class, you may attend a make-up session within the same month, subject to availability. Please notify us in advance to arrange this.

• Five-Week Months: Some months have five weeks but your monthly fee remains the same. To balance this, the studio will take short breaks periodically throughout the year (typically April, August, and December), with dates confirmed in advance.

Think of your class membership like a gym membership—you pay a monthly fee for access, whether or not you attend every session. If you miss a class, you don’t get a refund, but you do have the opportunity to make it up within one month, provided there’s a spot available in another class.

I always try to be as accommodating and as fair as possible, and each session typically has two available spots for catch-up lessons, offered on a first-come, first-served basis. If you can’t attend your scheduled class, please let me know which day you’d like to make it up, and I’ll do my best to fit you in.

However, just like a gym membership, your monthly fee remains due even if you go on holiday or miss a class, as it secures your ongoing place in the studio.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation! 😊

Electronic Transfer is preferred, alternatively you can pay by card or cash. 

Fees are due during the last week of each month, and payments will be collected during your class. If you are unable to attend, please note that the payment will still be taken as scheduled.

For those making bank transfers, please ensure your payment is completed by the end of the month to avoid any delays.

Classes operate on the following schedule:

• Monday: 10:00 am – 12:30 pm

• Tuesday: 10:00 am – 12:30 pm

• Wednesday: 10:00 am – 12:30 pm and 1:00 pm – 3:30 pm

• Thursday: 10:00 am – 12:30 pm

Evening Class:

• Wednesday: 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm (Please note: This class is not available for make-up sessions.)

A class can have up to 14 students in it at various levels in the program.  You do not have to worry about starting as a beginner as the teacher gives each and every student assistance based on where they are in there lessons.

You do not have to sign a contract.  We realise that finances change and you might not enjoy the class.  If this is the case, we require one month notice please.

No, we teach to a set program that teaches you how to paint using the Creative Image Studio paint onto various different surfaces.  Everyone starts at the beginning and works through the classes.  There is something new to learn every week and you will still find the classes useful and have fun.

Specialised acrylic paint that has been developed for Creative Image Studio.  It works on most materials as well as fabric. 

• Paint: Included in your class fees.

• Brush Sets: We highly recommend purchasing a comprehensive brush set available at the studio for £10. These include quality hog hair and synthetic brushes.

• Additional Materials: Canvas, wood, fabric, and other project-specific materials must be purchased directly from the studio at reasonable prices. Materials purchased externally cannot be used during class

All paint for the class is supplied to you during the lesson and is included in your fee.

We have specific brushes that we find work with our paint and projects.  For the first couple of lessons you can use our studio brushes but after that you are required to purchase a set from us.  They are really affordable and will last you ages.  Approximate cost is under £10 for the complete set.

No.  We use the Creative Image Studio brand of paints that have been specifically formulated to work on various surfaces.  You will love working with our paint!

We start out by working on pieces of fabric, from there the program move along and you will work on pillow cases, aprons, bags, key holders ceramics, canvas and wood.    We keep the classes interesting by changing the surface that you paint on.  You will paint on many different things as you go along.

Most of our items are under £10.  Please bear in mind that the item you paint on will most times be worked on for a number of lessons.  So it is not an additional cost for every lesson.  If we are doing a runner it might take 3 to 4 lessons.  Or a canvas could take more.  You will always be given enough time to budget for the item.  Just remember all materials need to be purchased from us.

We do not allow students to work on materials not bought from our stock range. Part of our income is based on the sales we make from our stock.  

We work to a well structured program and each class teaches you a specific technique that you will need later on, so unfortunately you will have to do the class in order to proceed to the next one.  Remember you can always give the item you are painting to someone as a gift.  

We only provide the paint during the class.  If we are just practicing on fabric, then this will be supplied to you.  However all other blank items need to be purchased from the studio.  You will be given the price of the item 2 weeks before each new project so that you can budget for it.

Tea, coffee and water will be provided. 

• You’re encouraged (but not required) to bring snacks for tea breaks. Simple biscuits or homemade treats are equally appreciated!

• If you have dietary restrictions, please bring your own snacks.

• Each class has a snack roster.

Preferred methods of communication:

• WhatsApp or SMS: 074 1516 2393

• Email: info@creativeimagestudio.co.uk