Our last exhibition
Our students’ exhibition
Six weeks after they started as beginners, our course students hung their paintings on the gallery wall. See the photos and the film from the evening.
Welcome to UK Art Spotlight
Art classes, clubs & courses in Leeds
UK Art Spotlight is an independent art studio on Aire Street in Leeds, running beginner-friendly classes for adults. Drop into Drawing Club any Monday or Saturday, or take the six-week painting course and finish with your work in a real exhibition.
News
What’s new at the studio
Coming up
Learn to paint this November
Six weekly sessions in a small group, made for complete beginners. Start on Mon 2 Nov, Tue 3 Nov or Sat 7 Nov.
In December
Exhibit your painting in December
The November groups finish with their paintings on the gallery wall at the students’ exhibition on Friday 18 December. Friends and family are invited.
Get started
Drop in classes & clubs in Leeds city centre
No experience required!
Six week beginners painting course
From blank canvas to gallery wall
New Dates Added! · November - December
For anyone who dreams of painting. Go from a completely blank canvas to your own gallery exhibition in 6 weeks. No prior experience needed.
From the studio
What people say.
“Ghazal, who runs the studio, is so lovely, and I’ve enjoyed every painting and drawing session I’ve had at the studio, whether it’s been guided or independent. She’s a fantastic artist and a wonderful teacher, and I really recommend going to any sessions you can”
Google review
“Everything's great here. From the very first minute, you feel like you're in a space dedicated to art. Thank you.”
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Upcoming
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Past exhibitions
Beyond the Human Divide: The Marvellous Fantastical
Artist Talk and Exhibition with Holly Tomlinson
Artist Sketchbook Show
An exposé into the creative practice of our artist collective.
Rooted in Yorkshire, Woven by the wind
An open call exhibition displaying work of Yorkshire Artists.
Frequently asked questions
No matching questions.
Do I need any experience?
No. Most people who come to us have never painted before, or haven't since school. Our Clubs are unguided but we are available to give light instruction and our courses give a complete learning experience.
Do you run art classes for adults?
Yes our courses are for all ages, anyone who is wanting to connect with their creative voice is welcome here.
Are materials included?
Materials are provided, see each individual event details to see everything included. If you would like to bring your own materials you are welcome to do so.
Where in Leeds are you based?
We're at Unit 5, Aire Street Workshops, Aire Street, Leeds LS1 4HT, right in the city centre and 3 minutes' walk from Leeds station. We do not have on site parking although there is parking available nearby, please take a look on google. Ours is the blue door just right of the archway. Come straight in.
Our mission
Tucked in the heart of Leeds city centre, UK Art Spotlight is a little haven for creativity. Here, emerging artists are celebrated, ideas are shared, and creativity is for everyone.
A variety of workshops invite you to learn, experiment, and enjoy the process of making — whether you’re just starting out or already exploring your practice.
Step in, slow down, and let creativity take the lead.
