Discover the art of thread painting, also known as silk shading, a technique that blends colour, texture and form.

Course information

During this course you will learn - 

  • colour theory and the impact of complimentary colours and material choice
  • colour blending and shading with stitch
  • how to create realistic and artistic embroidered images

Entry requirements

  • You must be 19 or over to enrol on this course
  • No prior experience needed

Course duration

2.5 hours per week over 11 weeks (including induction)

Start date

Monday 13 April 2026, 1pm to 3.30pm

Please call us on 01482 615 349 to book your place

Course fee

Fees apply to the 2025/2026 academic year which runs from September 2025 to August 2026

£110

Free, subject to eligibility

If you are eligible for a fee remission, the course may be free for you to attend

The Avenues Adult Education Centre

Address: The Avenues Adult Education Centre
Park Avenue
Hull
HU5 4DA

Telephone: 01482 615 349