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Birchwood Art Studio

Birchwood Art Studio is an oasis of peace and creativity in Craiglockhart.

Birchwood Art Studio

About Birchwood Art Studio

Ashley House 1F Ashley Terrace, Edinburgh South EH11 1RF
01313377557
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Birchwood was started in 2020 by 2 old pals, Clare and Sam, looking for one last hoolie before they crumbled.

After nearly 5 years of adventure Clare, the business brain and sensible one, retired leaving creative dreamer, Sam and the, thankfully efficient, office team - Beth, Beata and Raphie plus a studio full of experienced, good humoured artist/ tutors to continue their mission to convince the world, south Edinburgh at least, that anyone can draw, paint and make.

​​P.S. the studio is called Birchwood after Sam’s childhood home – beloved cottage of Jim Proudfoot, illustrator and general good guy. You can find his work in our shop.

Upcoming Events at Birchwood Art Studio

Spring Term - After School Art, P3-P5

13th January 2026

Birchwood After School Art offers the perfect space to unwind and develop skills in a relaxed and fun environment, it's ideal for children who love to draw.

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Spring Term - After School Art P5-P7 Thu

15th January 2026

Exploring all aspects of drawing, painting and making, Birchwood After School Art offers the perfect space to unwind and develop skills in a relaxed and fun environment.

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Spring Term - Teen Art Club 2

16th January 2026

Bring along your playlist, relax and sketch Friday afternoons away at this Teen Art Club held in Birchwood Art Studio!

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Spring Term - Teens Drawing & Painting

16th January 2026

This course at Birchwood Art Studio is designed for secondary school students who want to strengthen their drawing and painting skills.

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Winter Skies in Acrylics Workshop

24th January 2026

Join artist/tutor Morven Ferguson for a fun, informative and relaxed day of painting winter skies in acrylic paints at Birchwood Art Studio on 24th January!

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Paint & Wine: Pentlands in Winter

24th January 2026

Relax in our twinkly, airy studio with complimentary fizz (or red or white) and be taken through the various steps that will help you create your own painting of the Pentlands in Winter!

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Portrait: Head & Shoulders Workshop

7th February 2026

Join artist Suzanne Kemplay for this Portrait: Head & Shoulders Workshop at Birchwood Art Studio on Saturday 7th February.

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Paint & Wine: Dance Me to the End of Love

14th February 2026

Be taken through the various steps that will help you create your own painting of 'Dance Me to the End of Love' by Jack Vettriano on this workshop at Birchwood Art Studio on 14th February!

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Valentine’s Portraits Workshop

14th February 2026

In this Valentine's workshop at Birchwood Art Studio, you'll learn how to draw a simple, charming portrait and bring it to life with soft watercolours.

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Paint & Wine: View of Collioure, Matisse

28th February 2026

Create your own painting of View of Collioure by Henri Matisse as you relax in Birchwood Art Studio and enjoy complimentary fizz (or red or white)!

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Don’t Be Afraid Of Colour! Workshop

28th February 2026

Working with colour is so appealing, but can sometimes be overwhelming - where do you start? How about starting with this one day workshop at Birchwood Art Studio!

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Draped Figure Drawing Workshop

7th March 2026

Join artist Suzanne Kemplay for this Draped Figure Drawing Workshop at Birchwood Art Studio on Saturday 7th March.

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Paint & Wine: Mum with the Pearl Earring

14th March 2026

Spend an evening creating your own painting of your mum (or loved one!) as the Girl with the Pearl Earring by Vermeer.

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Gelli Printing Workshop

14th March 2026

If you are interested in trying out a versatile and playful printing technique then this gelli plate printing is for you!

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Spring Sound Bath Meditation Workshop

22nd March 2026

With guided meditation, tune into the energy of the season followed by a creative session with Marcela Tršová on Sunday 22nd March!

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Paint & Wine: Water of Leith a la Monet

28th March 2026

Be taken through the various steps that will help you create your own painting of the Water of Leith a la Monet on this workshop at Birchwood Art Studio.

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Lino Cut Printing Workshop

28th March 2026

Join tutor and artist Anupa for this half day workshop in which participants will explore different ways of mark making on easy-cut or traditional lino with the help of gouges to carve your blocks.

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Kids & Teens Easter Club (8 - 15)

6th April 2026

Build your very own sculpture from sketches created at a visit to the museum exhibition 'GIANTS' and use your MAMMOTH creativity to fill the week with a MASSIVE array of artwork.

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Tiddlers Easter Holiday Workshop

10th April 2026

Arty session for ages 6-8. Step into the Birchwood and spend two and a half hours drawing, painting, crafting and maybe getting a bit messy...

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