Weekly online art classes for all levels - even if you've never picked up a pencil!
Learn new art skills | Make friends | Watch live or recorded from home
All Your Questions Answered: Swipe Below
More questions? Please contact us at greatnightout@secretartparties.co.uk
What level are these classes for?
These classes are both accessible to beginners and also inspiring to intermediate and more advanced artists.
What if I'm an absolute beginner?
Beginners are welcome and these classes will give you the opportunity to rise to the challenge as we guide you clearly through each step with plenty of support and opportunities for recaps.
What if I'm already confident with the basics?
As an intermediate or more advanced artist you can go go at your own pace and follow your creative impulses using the class guidance as a springboard.
Do I need to do all of the sketches?
It is entirely up to you how many sketches you do and when you do them. You can post any sketch for feedback whenever you're ready and at a time that suits you.
What materials do I need ?
Weekly materials lists will be sent out on Saturdays. If you already have art materials such as coloured pencils, fine liners and watercolours you may not need to buy more materials. Members can suggest materials to explore.
What if I can't get get online?
You'll receive weekly downloadable guides and printable references via e-mail so you can get your creative 'me-time' wherever you are.
I've never used Zoom before, is there support for this?
Our calls are super simple and you'll receive step by step instructions for how to download Zoom and join the call. Our team behind the scenes can give you guidance on the call as well.
Can I be incognito?
On the call you can always choose whether to have your video on or off. There is no expectation for you to share your work in the Facebook group although we highly recommend it so you can benefit from moving forward with wonderful support and feedback.
What if I can't attend live?
We've got you covered! All the sessions are recorded and released every Saturday. Some members attend the first session live and then watch the second session recording. Some members use the recordings mostly.
Why join these classes when there are Youtube videos?
We give you personal guidance and encouragement, so you're not just taking a class, you're part of a safe, supportive, caring community. You're not alone. We're here creating with you, answering your questions, and cheering you on!
What is your refund policy?
You can cancel at any time. To cancel your membership, contact greatnightout@secretartparties.co.uk You will have access until the end of the month that you have paid for. Annual Memberships are partially refundable. The refund amount will be calculated based on duration of the membership and the full monthly price.
How do I join up?
Click the button below, choose either a monthly or annual membership (20% saving) and follow the instructions on our thank you page.
Do you feel out of touch with your creative side?
Or do you want to grow your drawing and painting skills faster?
Maybe you're like Sian, who hadn't picked up a pencil for 30 years but had always wanted to, or maybe you're like Gracie; a busy professional who wants to carve out some creative 'me-time'.
If you resonate with some or all of this, then you're in the right place!
The Secret Sketch Party is a fun and practical online art class membership for all adults.
Guests of all abilities are clearly and gently guided through a step by step process to create artworks using a variety
of media from watercolour to pastels. You will be guided by our expert, Lewis, who is a patient and good humoured drawing and painting instructor.
The best bit is, these events are both LIVE and connected to thriving online communities full of supportive and creative adults of ALL abilities who enjoy weekly guided art classes together so that you will grow real friendships alongside your art skills.
After each event there is a Google poll so you can have a say on what we will sketch the following week.
Sketch with you soon!
Join us in the privacy of your own home via Zoom every Thursday or access the recordings to start building your creative side...
Most Supportive Sketcher of the Week Award
Celebrating inspiring members
Every week we have our Most Supportive Sketcher of the Week Award to celebrate members who go the extra mile to help other sketchers to flourish.
Sketcher of the Month
Celebrating our members' art skills transformations
Every Month we have a Sketcher of the Month; this is a member who has grown in confidence and produced some great artwork over the past month.
" I honestly feel so lucky to be part of this awesome art family "
- Toni
The Secret Sketch Party Schedule
You can join in live on Thursdays 06:50-08:00 PM and 08:30 - 09:30 PM (London time)
or watch the recordings so that you never miss a class!
Choose when to take your creative 'me - time'
(2-3 hours per week)
Thursday is Sketchday!
Participate in the group
We are compatible with all devices so that
you can take your creative 'me-time' with you!
"My biggest challenge with creative-me time is to find the time. This group has given me a structured time to sit and draw and paint. "
- Emma
" Rosa Parks is the one I'm proudest of because I never thought I was capable of something like this, or indeed any of the things I have achieved since joining this group! "
- Anna
Join the story of your creative 'me - time' journey
Hi, my name is Lewis Chapman and I am the founder of Secret Art Parties. You can see me nestled up at the top left corner on the Zoom call screenshot above. I am an artist and art teacher with over a decade of teaching experience; I trained to teach Art at The University of Cambridge, UK and I have a Master of Arts from Cambridge School of Art, UK. I am represented by New York based online gallery artspace.com and most importantly, I LOVE guiding students to gain amazing art skills while having fun and making friends in our online community.
Before lockdown earlier this year we used to run live painting events in pubs and bars (see below) but when that all stopped we chose to go online and boy, am I glad we did! Now, instead of guiding guests to paint a masterpiece at one off events limited by 4 walls, we offer a membership where members from all over the world can take regular creative 'me-time' from home, make friends, and grow their art skills as part of a wonderful online community. If you're looking to get creative, have fun and learn new skills with some lovely supportive people- you are in the right place!
Regular membership price £47 per month or £450 annually (20% saving) cancel at any time
Join today as part of the Boxing Day Waitlist Only Super Special offer for...
...£27
(cancel anytime- literally just stop paying and I'll be notified; you'll have membership perks until the end of the month you've paid for and the door will always be open)
As the price for new members rises, you will keep your price. Forever.
✅ You will keep your Autumn Opening 2020 price for life or for as long as you wish to continue being a member. You can cancel your subscription at any time by contacting greatnightout@secretartparties.co.uk
✅ As an SSP Member you will have unlimited access to recordings of all classes so you'll be able to follow along whenever you want and at your own pace. Currently, links to recordings are sent out every Saturday via e-mail. with access to previous videos on request.
✅ You will also have access to an additional hour of guidance from me to go towards completing your sketch after our first session so you'll have more support to develop your tone, detail and colouring skills in a variety of media including coloured pencil, water colour, acrylic and more.
✅ You will be able to access the classes either live via Zoom or recorded via the Saturday Member e-mail so that you can choose a time that suits you to take your creative 'me-time'.
✅ You will have access to full Members' Guidebooks to go alongside the videos so you can access the class content both online and offline.
✅ You will also have the opportunity to input on skills focuses and the subjects we sketch so you get to choose what we do.
✅ SSP Members are prioritised for actionable feedback in the Secret Sketch Party Facebook group so that you have all the support, guidance and top tips you need to make art you'll love.
✅ The timings are 18:50 - 20:00 BST for the free session then 20:20 - 22:00 BST for the Members' session.
✅ Eventually, you will have access to members only prices for one off purchases such as pre-recorded painting tutorials or 1-1 coaching and feedback calls.
✅ Excitingly, You will have access to pre-sale members only tickets to my summer art retreat in 2021, the perfect thing to look forward to for some of that creative 'me-time'.
In Summary
In addition to the free Thursday session and participation in our lively Facebook Group you will get...
Learn new art skills | Make friends | Watch live or recorded from home
Boxing Day Waitlist Only Super Special Offer
£27 (cancel at any time)
Monthly Membership
£47 (cancel at any time)
Annual Membership
£450 (That's a huge 20% saving, cancel at any time)