WOKAS programme
The programme, including en plein air days, workshops, demonstrations, and social events, is shown below.
(Click here for a downloadable copy of the Summer 2026 programme - August 5th update, but please keep an eye on this page for any changes.)
Demos, talks, and members’ painting sessions are free to all WOKAS members and guests are welcome for a fee of £6 - no need to book.
Saturday workshops cost £30 (£35 for non-members) and must be booked in advance (see booking details below)
All indoor sessions are held at Highbury Hall, Highbury Lane, Tenterden TN30 6LE.
(See brief illustrated reports of recent events and for a list of completed events see the Past Programme page)
Tuesday, 25 August 2026
end date if appropriate
10.30am - 2.30pm
En plein air - The Friars, Aylesford Priory, ME20 7BX
Set within tranquil grounds on the banks of the Medway, The Friars, Aylesford Priory offers a wonderfully reflective setting for outdoor painting. The combination of historic buildings, sheltered spaces and soft landscape provides a range of compositions, from architectural studies to more intimate garden scenes.
Thursday, 17 September 2026
end date if appropriate
7.00pm - 9.30pm
Meet and create with other members
Join with other members to create and share your artistic skills.
Thursday, 24 September 2026
end date if appropriate
7.00pm - 9.30pm
Life drawing Session One
Life Drawing (Block of 4 sessions – £40, booked in advance)
Thursdays 24 Sept, 22 Oct, 12 Nov, & 10 Dec 2026
Each session features a different model with a mix of short and long poses. Work in your preferred medium, from pencil and charcoal to pastels, ink, watercolour or oils. There is no formal tuition, but experienced members are always happy to offer advice. A great way to develop your drawing skills in a friendly, supportive atmosphere.
Thursday, 1 October 2026
end date if appropriate
7.00pm - 9.30pm
Juliette Dodd on portraits
Guided portrait demonstration
Thursday, 15 October 2026
end date if appropriate
7.00pm - 9.30pm
Meet and create focussing on portraits
Portrait evening. Join with other members to create and share your artistic skills.
Thursday, 22 October 2026
end date if appropriate
7.00pm - 9.30pm
Life drawing Session Two
Life Drawing (Block of 4 sessions – £40, booked in advance)
Thursdays 24 Sept, 22 Oct, 12 Nov, & 10 Dec 2026
Thursday, 29 October 2026
end date if appropriate
6.00pm - 8.30pm
Melanie Cambridge oil demonstration
Demonstration - A landscape in oil with cold wax
Saturday, 7 November 2026
end date if appropriate
10.00am - 4.00pm
One-day Art Sale in Tenterden
A one-day event to sell your art in the glorious setting of St Mildred's Church, in the centre of Tenterden
Thursday, 12 November 2026
end date if appropriate
7.00pm - 9.30pm
Life Drawing Session Three
Life Drawing (Block of 4 sessions – £40, booked in advance)
Thursdays 24 Sept, 22 Oct, 12 Nov, & 10 Dec 2026
Thursday, 19 November 2026
end date if appropriate
7.00pm - 9.30pm
Pat Lock - How to use a journal
How to use a journal
Saturday, 21 November 2026
end date if appropriate
10.00am - 2.00pm
Kerry Bennett - Watercolour workshop
Workshop in watercolour
Thursday, 3 December 2026
end date if appropriate
7.00pm - 9.30pm
Meet and create with other members
Join with other members to create and share your artistic skills.
Thursday, 10 December 2026
end date if appropriate
7.00pm - 9.30pm
Life drawing Session Four
Life Drawing (Block of 4 sessions – £40, booked in advance)
Thursdays 24 Sept, 22 Oct, 12 Nov, & 10 Dec 2026
Thursday, 17 December 2026
end date if appropriate
7.00pm - 9.30pm
Christmas Party
A chance to meet up with other members at a friendly, informal festive party
Thursday, 7 January 2027
end date if appropriate
7.00pm - 9.30pm
Meet and create with other members
Join with other members to create and share your artistic skills.
Thursday, 14 January 2027
end date if appropriate
7.00pm - 9.30pm
To be confirmed
This evening is still being planned
Thursday, 21 January 2027
end date if appropriate
7.00pm - 9.30pm
Victoria Wainwright - Pen and wash
Guided demo in pen and wash
Thursday, 4 February 2027
end date if appropriate
7.00pm - 9.30pm
To be confirmed
This evening is still being planned
Thursday, 18 February 2027
end date if appropriate
7.00pm - 9.30pm
To be confirmed
This evening is still being planned
Saturday, 20 February 2027
end date if appropriate
10.00am - 2.00pm
Clay workshop with Clive & Steve
Clay workshop
Thursday, 25 February 2027
end date if appropriate
7.00pm - 9.30pm
To be confirmed
This evening is still being planned
Thursday, 4 March 2027
end date if appropriate
7.00pm - 9.30pm
To be confirmed
This evening is still being planned
Thursday, 18 March 2027
end date if appropriate
7.00pm - 9.30pm
Curtis Tappenden
Demo in mixed media
Saturday, 20 March 2027
end date if appropriate
10.00am - 2.00pm
Workshop with Graham Lock
Workshop working in watercolour Stage I
Thursday, 8 April 2027
end date if appropriate
7.00pm - 9.30pm
To be confirmed
This evening is still being planned
Saturday, 17 April 2027
end date if appropriate
10.00am - 2.00pm
Workshop with Graham Lock
Workshop in watercolour stage II
Thursday, 22 April 2027
end date if appropriate
7.00pm - 9.30pm
To be confirmed
This evening is still being planned
Thursday, 6 May 2027
end date if appropriate
7.00pm - 9.30pm
AGM
AGM - members come and share your ideas
To book a workshop
Contact treasurer Fani Azikri with your name, contact details, and chosen workshop.
By post to Fani Azikri, 58 Beacon Oak Road, Tenterden, Kent TN30 6RP,
or by email to fazikri@gmail.com
or by telephone on 01580 761339.
Payment may be made by a bank transfer to :
Account name: Weald of Kent Art Society
Sort code: 20-02-62
Account no: 20098892
Reference: Your name
WOKAS painting workouts - the 'Challenges'
Starting in the lockdown of 2020 our ‘Painting Challenges’ continue to keep our members busy. With our members working to a specific theme for each challenge, an astounding number of diverse works of art have been produced - all of these pictures can be seen online
TALK TO US!
Your committee welcomes your feedback about the activities we organise. If you have particularly enjoyed an activity or demo, please let us know. Likewise, it is helpful to know if there are things you would rather we avoid in future.
Send your feedback to Alison Chandler at a.j.chandler@hotmail.co.uk