After 12pm, Visual art, Workshops

Take an beat-up chair from a tired old frame to spiffy new piece de resistance of your dining room. Sand and stain the wood, add some fluffy stuff and cover it all with a lovely piece of fabric. Of course it's all more involved than that, but that's why pro crafter Louise Smith is there to show you the ropes.

A workshop to make your own medals and jewellery using various techniques. Tools and materials supplied. Suitable for the whole family (children ages 5+).

Make books inspired by the medical collections of Surgeons' Hall over four weeks, with guidance from artist Susie Wilson. Ages 16+.

Burlesque art class with a relaxed atmosphere, music, drinks and interesting models.

Drawing classes with experienced tutors from the Edinburgh Drawing School.

Interactive sculptural workshop for over 16s.

Workshops for teenagers in all sorts of visual art disciplines, from t-shirt printing to pottery. Materials are included, and participants may use the classes as a space to work on an independent project. Ages 11–16.

An 11-week course enabling you to build your skills in oils, watercolour or acrylics. You can take either morning or afternoon sessions (half day), or book both (full day). Tutor is Michael Durning of the Paisley Arts Institute. Booking is essential.

Exploring drawing techniques, including figure drawing and portraiture. All materials provided. Booking is essential.

A course developed to enhance the creativity of even those who think they can't draw. Learn how to change the way you look at things and increase your dexterity. Bring along an A4 sketchbook to get started.

Learn about the pleasures and techniques of landscape watercolour painting.

Make art from natural materials in this workshop for all ages.

Course designed for those with some experience of drawing and painting, combining practical work with study of artists and art movements directly related to your work. Taught by Peter Wilson. Prices includes all materials. Ages 18+.

A course designed to help you develop basic skills in drawing and painting, such as line, scale, proportion and colour. Materials and equipment are provided. Ages 16+ only.

Weekly life drawing workshop run on an open studio basis, with a rotation of participants and a free drawing session offered for anyone wanting to lead the process.

Learn how to depict nature in the style of Scottish artists: Victoria Crowe, Elizabeth Blackadder, Frances Walker, Barbara Rae, David Michie and Duncan Shanks. Booking is essential.

Make a mobile using natural and recycled materials. All ages.

Use different types of coloured wire, stones and beads to make your own jewellery. All tools and materials are provided, although if you have some pliers please take them along. This adult workshop is suitable for beginners or those with some experience.

Take control of your camera in this interesting course with both theoretical and practical classes and the chance to improve your snapping skills to no end. Booking is essential.

Learn the tricks of the trade and develop new techniques to become a wildlife photographer.

Learn a thing or two about textile screenprinting from pro Louise Smith, who leads this eight-week course on how to design a continuous pattern, how it translates into a multicolour print and then, of course, how to pop it on some lengths of fabric.