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Lucie Smith Art Tutor

Experienced artist and learning facilitator, offering art classes to adults, children and young people. Hi, I'm Lucie. I can't wait to start working with you!

Currently working from Southampton and Fareham, Hampshire. taplink.cc/luciesmithart | also facebook.com/luciesmithart Whether you’re looking to build your portfolio, want to refine your skills or are completely new to art, I’d love to help! As a practicing artist with a First Class Bachelor’s degree in Fine Art, I am highly knowledgeable in the fields of Contemporary Art, Design and Craft. From ph

otography and sculpture to sewing and painting, I can help you learn new techniques and develop existing skills, whilst encouraging you to explore art practice from a variety of alternative perspectives. I am fully insured and DBS checked, registered with the update service. I offer sessions to adults, children and young people covering the following:

- Painting (abstract, oil, acrylic, watercolour)
- Photography (analogue & digital)
- Film & sound
- Sculpture & assemblage
- Line-work, charcoal & expressive drawing
- Textile practices (basic sewing, embroidery, machine sewing, needle felting)
- Printmaking
- Mixed media
- Curation
- Graphic design
- Contemporary art theory & research

I have 2+ years teaching experience leading workshops, clubs, 1:1 classes and group lessons, working with children, adults and organisations in Hampshire and Devon. I approach teaching from a relatively relaxed perspective, listening to students' interests and needs from the outset in order to tailor the content of lessons to enhance and develop their skills. I find it extremely important to approach art education from a broad-ranging perspective, as no two artists are the same and so shouldn't be expected to practice from one point of view. I believe it is important for art practice to be fluid, so that concepts and ideas can be realised naturally, therefore utilising a range of mediums and methods. Please note that my fee is variable depending on whether sessions take place in person or online. All fees include the cost of travel and prep time.

20/03/2026

Since January I’ve been teaching weekly art classes at .books and it’s been loads of fun so far!

We’ve explored a variety of materials and techniques and have ventured out for two trips to and Ornamental Lake at The Common 🌞

Next week we’ll be heading into week 4 of 6 for two weeks of experimental mixed media inspired by Spring 🌷

The next round of classes will begin on Wednesday 15th April 11am-1pm. Sessions run concurrently in six week terms, with a new theme and set of activities each new term.

If you’d like to join in with the next round of classes, there are spaces available which you can book here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/artworkshopswithlucie/2089527

Feel free to DM me with any questions too ✨

11/03/2026

✨ i’ve been shortlisted for a community arts bursary and need your help!

as part of a space arts’ international women’s day ‘pitch your project’, alongside five other brilliant project leaders, the vote is now open to the public to decide who should win the £2,000 bursary to make their project happen.

my project, in collaboration with fellow ZEST Collective artist L. Gre, (extra)ordinary archives is a community arts project which centres the voices of womxn by connecting their everyday lives experiences with historical archives and creative activities.

the project revolves around a series of workshops led by Gre and I, including creative writing, sound recording, storytelling and assemblage using objects, photographs and other memorabilia that explore participants’ identities and lives.

the project will culminate in a publicly accessible, multi-sensory exhibition and creative archive. shaped by participants’ desires, the curation itself will symbolise and highlight womxn’s lived experiences.

i’d be so grateful if you could please vote for us & share with your networks. the vote closes at 9am on friday 13th march.

🗳️ vote here: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=PztUhztwIU6alJGttUOmACAK8kxGVeJEkUnwCdSPnBFUMFZXVEpZV0g4U0tLQTFNQ00wUVJGS1VJTSQlQCN0PWcu

02/03/2026

in classic me fashion everything is happening all at once and i’ve only just had time to shout about this exciting opportunity that i’ve been shortlisted for !

and I have been chosen to pitch our womxn-focused community project THIS FRIDAY at alongside five other artists, where you’ll have the chance to watch us all pitch by either attending in person or viewing online. you can then choose who should win the £2,000 grant to make the project happen.

all of the projects are brilliant so you’ll have your work cut out trying to decide who wins but either way, I am very grateful to be part of the shortlist and to be at the beginning of an exciting collaboration.

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about the project:

(extra)ordinary archives is a community arts project which amplifies the voices of ordinary womxn - a term that includes cisgender women, trans women, nonbinary people, and all who identify with womanhood - by connecting their everyday, lived experiences with historical archives and creative activities.

the project will be centred around a series of workshops led by gre and I, covering creative writing, sound recording, storytelling and assemblage using objects, photographs and other memorabilia that explore participants’ identities and lives.

the project will culminate in a publicly accessible, multi-sensory exhibition and creative archive. shaped by participants’ desires, the curation itself will symbolise and highlight womxn’s lived experiences. the exhibition will challenge traditional archival practices and demonstrate that womxn’s everyday stories are equally valuable to community memory as that which is deemed so in ‘official’ records.

the project pays particular attention to those whose stories are underrepresented in formal archives and heritage settings, including working-class womxn, womxn of the global majority, migrants, carers, and elders, although this is not fixed or exclusionary and we welcome all those who identify with the project to join in.

we invite you to be part of a living, breathing archive 🫁📝

25/02/2026

Are you looking for a new hobby or want to make time to explore your creativity? A limited number of spaces have become available to join my weekly art classes at both October Books, Southampton and the Gateway Church, Fareham!

Classes are open to all levels and cover a wide-range of techniques including watercolour painting, drawing, mixed media, clay and more.

Whether you’re a curious beginner or a seasoned sketcher, you’ll learn and develop in a supported environment where experimentation is greatly encouraged!

Local paint out sessions and gallery visits are also included, offering trips to local outdoor and indoor locations.

Classes run in six week blocks and topics change every term, meaning that you can stay on and continue developing alongside the group if you enjoy it. Basic materials and a hot drink are included.

Dates for upcoming classes can be booked by clicking the link: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/artworkshopswithlucie ☺️

29/01/2026

Something a bit different for the Fareham group at Christmas, both groups together for a collaborative mural painting session followed by a tasty festive lunch at Vito Lounge. Lots of mess and fun 😄

28/01/2026

Towards the end of last year I facilitated a three part ‘Introduction to Contemporary Art’ workshop series for NHS staff at Southampton General Hospital.

I absolutely loved running these sessions and am very grateful to & for inviting me.

Workshop content included object biography exploration, sound drawing, narrative-based assemblage sculpture and plaster casting.

09/12/2025

a lovely few hours spent on sunday sharing the origins of wreath making & pre-christian customs / traditions of the yule period, foraging for plants to create wreaths.

thank you so much to everyone who came along & to sholing valley for hosting 💚

08/12/2025

Are you looking for a new hobby or want to make time to explore your creativity? From January 2026, I will be offering weekly art classes every Wednesday at .books, Portswood!

Classes are open to all levels and cover a wide-range of techniques including watercolour painting, drawing, mixed media, clay and more.

Whether you’re a curious beginner or a seasoned sketcher, you’ll learn and develop in a supported environment where experimentation is greatly encouraged!

Local paint out sessions and gallery visits are also included, offering trips to places such as Southampton Common, Netley Abbey, God’s House Tower and more.

Classes run in six week blocks and topics change every term, meaning that you can stay on and continue developing alongside the group if you enjoy it. Six weeks of classes cost just £70 and include basic materials and a hot drink.

The first round of classes will start on Wednesday 21st January 2026 11am-1pm.

Spaces are limited, book your spot by clicking the link in comments ☺️

03/12/2025

🌿 Folklore & Foraging: Yule Wreath Workshop

Sunday 7th December 11am - 2:30pm

Join me this weekend for a wreath workshop with a twist at Sholing Valley nature reserve. Together we'll connect with the land, the season and the stories that grow between them.

✨ Begin with a comforting cup of mulled winter warmer before wandering through the Sholing Valley nature reserve - gathering natural treasures as we go.

We'll explore the ancient folkloric history of the yule-period and its associated botanicals, as well as the origins of wreath-making as a timeless folk practice.

🌲 You'll be guided through crafting your own seasonal wreath - using materials you've foraged and a natural base which will be provided, ready to take home to hang on your door.

🌙 To close, there will be an optional "pick a card" oracle reading to offer reflection and guidance as we head into the final part of the year.

Spaces are limited - book yours by clicking the link in comments below.

25/11/2025

a village of little derelict buildings made by my lovely fareham group ⛪️ twice fired and glazed. it was phil’s first time sculpting with clay at the grand age of 90! ❤️

29/10/2025

a special workshop to mark the transition into samhain at sholing valley nature reserve last week 🍂✨

thank you all for joining me ☺️

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+447799452829

Website

https://taplink.cc/luciesmithart

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