Art Events

Wolverhampton Society of Artists offers a full programme of events and opportunities for the creative development and enjoyment of members. The wider community is invited to participate and join us for many of our events. To read about past events please visit our news page

To find out more about any of our events please contact our Programme Secretary at [email protected]

WSA PROGRAMME

GUEST SPEAKER NIGHT – Graham Stubbs

19th November 2025

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Bantock Tractor Shed

WSA PROGRAMME Speakers

Graham is a Wolverhampton based photographer. He takes landscape photographs for relaxation and escape, and photographs of the city and its people as a way of connecting. He is currently working on a project called ‘We are Wolverhampton’. This involves making portraits of Wolverhampton people and recording conversations about what the city means to them.

GUEST SPEAKER NIGHT – Ed Isaacs

3rd December 2025

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Bantock Tractor Shed

WSA PROGRAMME Speakers

WSA EVENTS

Wolverhampton Society of Artist – Autumn Exhibition, Rose Patterson Art Gallery

1st October 2025 - 31st October 2025

11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Rose Paterson Gallery, Weston Park, Shropshire

WSA EVENTS Exhibitions

WSA EXHIBITION ROSE PATERSON GALLERY 2025

Join us for The Wolverhampton Society of Artists Autumn Exhibition!

Discover stunning works of art in a beautiful setting – we’d love to see you there!

WSA MEMBER EVENTS

Lorraine Bates – 10 Weeks Ceramics Workshop

23rd September 2025 - 2nd December 2025

6:15 pm

Maltings Centre, Herbert Street, Wolverhampton

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MEMBERS EVENTS

Maltings Pottery Cooperative – New Spaces & Openings

After 25+ years, our not-for-profit pottery cooperative in Wolverhampton is preparing for a new chapter.

Originally formed after the closure of a college ceramics course, Lorraine and the Maltings Pottery Cooperative has provided access to clay, community, and creativity for over two decades. We’re currently based in a Wolverhampton College building that’s been under threat of closure for several years.

Exciting News

After a long search, I have partnered with the Wolverhampton Methodist Circuit, and the adult college has kindly donated the pottery equipment. We hope to relocate to a deconsecrated church in East Park, with ambitions to help them to develop a broader craft centre and retreat, including woodworking facilities.

Up to now I have been running down numbers of Coop members so that I could fit us all into my own studio on closure. But now, although work remains to secure the venue and ensure a lasting legacy for clay learning in Wolverhampton, I can now welcome a limited number of new members for our final two terms, as I can offer space when we move.

About the Cooperative

Run by Lorraine Bates (Woodsetton Pottery est. 1985), the group includes:

Long term evening class students
Local artists/sculptors/potters staying connected
Former ceramics students without access to facilities
Portfolio builders preparing for degree courses

It’s a friendly, flexible, and supportive environment for those with a passion for clay.

Tuesday Evenings | 6:15 – 8:30 PM
10-week terms (with half-term break)
Start dates: September 23rd 2025 & January 2026 (exact date TBA)
Location: Maltings Centre, Herbert Street, Wolverhampton

⚠️ Note: Not suitable for total beginners in clay as I don’t teach in a linear way. New members receive an induction and are encouraged to bring their own creative goals. Lorraine will offer guidance and support throughout.

Fees

£95 per 10 week term ( 25 hours approx, this includes £26 enrolment fee paid to Wolverhampton College, remaining pays towards technician, site manager, room hire)
Finished work is weighed and charged by the college when ready for collection

Facilities

Large workshop with 5 hand-building benches
6 electric wheels,
2 kilns
Slab roller, extruder & dies
Glaze room with dip & spray glazes
4 clays and a wide range of decorating materials available (or bring your own)
Studio tools, moulds, and equipment provided

Extra Activities

As part of the Woodsetton Collective, members may also take part in:

Raku, pit, microwave, and Obvara firings
Studio visits, ceramic festivals
Group projects and exhibitions
Social events

Interested?

If you have an clay or art experience and would like to join a thriving, creative community, get in touch!

Contact:
Lorraine at Woodsetton Pottery

B.A.Hons Ceramics, Bath P.G.C.E.M.A Wolverhampton
🌐 www.woodsetton.com
📷 Instagram: @woodsettonpots
📞 01902 883429

Ed Isaacs – General Office Gallery

26th October 2025 - 9th November 2025

11:00 am

General Office Gallery, 12 Hagley Road, Stourbridge, DY8 1PS

MEMBERS EVENTS

New Works

Preview Evening Saturday 25th October 7–9pm
Tues – Sun 11am – 4pm | Stair access only

Ed is the current president of RBSA continuing from his previous role as honorary curator. His studio work focuses on highly representational drawing, He takes an image that attracts him and through meticulous examination and mark making reproduces it, often at a large scale.

📷 Instagram: @Generalofficegallery

Print Fest Wolverhampton

7th November 2025 - 9th November 2025

10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Wolverhampton Arts Centre, Dunkley Street, Wolverhampton.

MEMBERS EVENTS

Print Fest Wolverhampton is returning to Wolverhampton Arts Centre from the 7th to the 9th of November and is set to showcase an exciting range of printmakers and their artwork. Visitors to the festival can discover everything from linocut, etching, collagraph, and gelli plate printing to screen printing and cyanotype.

Throughout the weekend, there will be etching press demonstrations, giving people the chance to see professional printmakers in action. And for those who want to get hands-on, artist Jenny Gunning will be running interactive sessions where visitors can try their hand at creating their very own prints.

You’ll also have the chance to browse beautiful hand-pulled prints and even buy original works of art directly from the artists.

Whether you’re a seasoned printmaker, a collector, or simply curious, there will be plenty to see, do, and take home.

Christmas Quiz Night 2025

10th December 2025

7:00 pm

Bantock Park Tractor Shed, Finchfield Road, Wolverhampton, West Midlands, WV3 9LQ

MEMBERS EVENTS

Come along and join the WSA Christmas Social. As well as festive food and drink, there will be a chance to have some fun and test your knowledge on all things arty.
Quiz Master, Ed Isaacs promises lots of prizes and will not tax the brain!!
Come along and enjoy a couple of jolly hours with fellow members – before Christmas preparations become too hectic.

We look forward to seeing you there (Christmas Jumpers optional).

Life Drawing – Members Only

10th December 2025

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Wolverhampton Arts Centre, Wolverhampton (formerly NAC).

WSA PROGRAMME Life Drawing

Join us for an inspiring life drawing session, open to all WSA members. Whether you’re exploring figure drawing or honing your craft, this relaxed and supportive environment is perfect for developing your skills.

Note: This session is open to WSA members only. Details of access to the session will be shared via email, with attendees prior to the event.

WSA Open Studios 2022

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WSA Exhibition 2023

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Member Programme

WSA Programme 2025/2026 PDF