Studio Spark: 90 Minutes with Charlie McFarley at Minehead Eye

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Studio Spark: 90 Minutes with Charlie McFarley at Minehead Eye

A 1 hour 30 workshop led by professional artist Charlie McFarley for ages 8+, focused on new techniques, material experimentation and collaborative projects.

Studio Spark: 90 Minutes with Charlie McFarley at Minehead Eye.

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Location
Minehead
Operator
Minehead EYE CIC
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Workshop
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Join Charlie McFarley, a professional artist with gallery experience, for an engaging 90-minute art club at Minehead Eye. The session invites participants to discover new techniques, experiment with different materials, work on personal projects and collaborate with others in a relaxed, social atmosphere.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE ARTIST

Learn from a practicing gallery artist

Charlie McFarley is a professional creative who has exhibited across the UK and mounted successful solo shows in London. Participants get direct instruction and insight from an artist with gallery experience.

THE SESSION

Hands-on experimentation and skill-building

Across the session you'll be encouraged to try new techniques and work with different materials — both on personal projects and collaborative pieces — in a friendly group setting.

THE FORMAT

A focused 90-minute creative burst

This is a compact, 1 hour 30 minute workshop designed for concentrated practice, peer collaboration and relaxed social making; sessions are open to participants aged 8 and over.

What the day feels like

What the session feels like

The club is an interactive, studio-style gathering where Charlie leads brief demonstrations before opening up the floor for individual and group work: you’ll experiment with materials, develop techniques introduced by the instructor, and share progress with fellow participants in a casual, social environment.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this Art Club fits — and who to consider instead.

1
Active FamiliesSuitable for families with children aged 8 and up who want a shared creative activity that mixes instruction and hands-on making.
2
Creative BeginnersA good match for beginners: sessions emphasise learning new techniques and experimenting with materials under the guidance of a professional artist.
3
Teens & Adult HobbyistsAppropriate for teens and adults (8+) seeking a short, structured studio session for practice and peer collaboration.
4
Members & GuestsOpen to both members and guests; pricing distinguishes between the two categories.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Duration

The session runs for 1 hour 30 minutes.

What to Bring

Specific gear or materials to bring are not detailed in the listing.

Meeting Point & Cost

Meet at Minehead Eye. Member and guest pricing applies (see FAQs for current rates).

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is McFarley's Art Club?

The session is 1 hour 30 minutes long.

Who leads the sessions?

Sessions are led by Charlie McFarley, a professional artist who has exhibited across the UK and held solo shows in London.

Where do we meet?

Meet at Minehead Eye.

Is there an age minimum?

Yes — the sessions are open to participants aged 8 and over.

How much does it cost?

Members pay £5 and guests pay £8.

What will we do in the session?

Participants learn new techniques, experiment with different materials, work on their own projects and collaborate with others.