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Braintree & Bocking Community Association

In Bocking End, Essex

Address

Hollywood, 19-21 Bocking End, Braintree, CM7 9AE

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Website

braintreecommunitycentre.org.uk

Phone

+441376323280

Upcoming events at Braintree & Bocking Community Association

Braintree & Bocking Community Association is a community centre in Bocking End. Near Here currently lists 12 upcoming events, including The Humble Ballpoint Pen, Painting & Drawing Workshop and Textile Hub September 2026.

The Humble Ballpoint Pen
Community

The Humble Ballpoint Pen

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Join our weekly Summer School where you’ll unlock the secrets of Line and Form, Portraiture, Colour theory and mixing colours, Oil Pastels, Watercolour paints, Negative Space, Chalk Pastels and much more………. All skill levels are welcome – come explore your artistic potential![/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”7976″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=””][vc_separator][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Mondays- except bank holidays: 6.00pm – 8.00pm* *April 13th to July 27th 2026– Braintree Summer school Sessions with Bianca Garcia. For all sessions bring an HB pencil, an eraser, your sketchpad, masking tape. (If a painting session) additionally bring water pots and at least one palette knife for mixing paint, a drawing board would be very helpful. *Please note prospectus for time and date amendments[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””] WEEK SUBJECT EQUIPMENT Week 1 (April 13th) Assessment- Line and Form-lets see where you are in your art journey Sketching graphite pencils, charcoal, pencil sharpener or craft knife, putty rubber, hard eraser, smudging sticks if you have them Week 2: (April 20th) Portraiture As above Week 3: (27th April) Colour theory and mixing colours Acrylic Paints, heavy body (or thin body and a mixing medium) Palette knife, palette, suitable support, small selection of paintbrushes suitable for acrylic Early spring bank holiday 4th May- no...

Mon 27 Jul19:00Braintree & Bocking Community Association
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Painting & Drawing Workshop
Workshops & Classes

Painting & Drawing Workshop

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] With Bianca Garcia. Paint your favourite photograph. This is part two of a two-day workshop run over 7/8 August in conjunction with MD Photography and Bianca Garcia. Please find full details of part one below, which entails the photographic element of the workshop: https://mademe.co.uk/product/photography-workshop-day-one-of-two/ In whatever medium you want to bring, you will be creating a beautiful, luminous piece of art using your photographs from the night before during the photography workshop. Learners can choose just one of the workshops, you do not have to enrol for both. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1629726733259{background-color: #efefef !important;}”][vc_column] Register your interest: Your Name (required) Your Email (required) Your Telephone Number (required) Your Postal Address (optional) Additional comments (optional) Thank you for registering your interest in one of our workshops. Our admin team will be in touch when we have more details to offer. In the meantime, if you have any further questions feel free to contact us by email at or telephone . Δ [/vc_column][/vc_row] Share this: Share on X (Opens in new window) X Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window) WhatsApp Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)

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Autumn Woodland - In Thick & Thin Acrylics
Community

Autumn Woodland - In Thick & Thin Acrylics

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] With David Pasfield. Using an underpainting technique to apply a first impression painting, followed by texture build-up using a palette knife with heavy body acrylics in an impasto style. Equipment & Materials – Acrylic paints – vibrant colours (Winsor & Newton Galeria range are good) – do not worry if you do not have a large range of colours, the tutor can provide some extra. – Extra heavy matt gel (impasto). – Canvas or MDF or hardboard, pre-primed with white gesso. At least 50×50 cm in size. – Large bristle brushes and palette knife – Easel – preferably free-standing but a table easel will suffice. – Palette – stay-wet palette or greaseproof paper sheets clipped to cardboard backing is adequate. – 2 water pots and roll of kitchen towels. Free refreshments provided, but bring or buy your own lunch. Please arrive around 9am to set up your equipment.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1629726733259{background-color: #efefef !important;}”][vc_column] Register your interest: Your Name (required) Your Email (required) Your Telephone Number (required) Your Postal Address (optional) Additional comments (optional) Thank you for registering your interest in one of our workshops. Our admin team will be in touch when we have more details to offer.

Sat 26 Sept10:30Braintree & Bocking Community Association
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Creative Writing for Fun - Week 1
Arts & Culture
Around £36.00

Creative Writing for Fun - Week 1

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] With Bianca Garcia. Thursday mornings – 9:30am to 11:30am Starting 8th October 2026 £36.00 for the four-week course payable in advance. This four-week foundation creative writing course (2 hours per week) is designed to help absolute beginners overcome the blank page, discover their unique voice, and learn the foundational elements of storytelling in a supportive environment. Weekly Writing Prompts: Practical, low-pressure exercises to get words on the page immediately. A Safe Space: Focus is entirely on experimentation and creative play, not perfection. Digital Toolkit: Access to a signposted curated list of reading resources, formatting guides, and writing apps to use after the course ends. Course Structure & Weekly Breakdown Week 1: Finding Your Voice & Overcoming the Blank Page Week 2: Building Believable Characters Week 3: World-Building & Setting the Scene Week 4: Plot, Structure, & Sharing Your Work A notebook, pen and pencil is all that you will need to bring.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1629726733259{background-color: #efefef !important;}”][vc_column] Register your interest: Your Name (required) Your Email (required) Your Telephone Number (required) Your Postal Address (optional) Additional comments (optional) Thank you for registering your interest in one of our workshops. Our admin team will be in touch when we have more details to offer.

Thu 8 Oct10:30Braintree & Bocking Community Association
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Creative Writing for Fun - Week 2
Arts & Culture
Around £36.00

Creative Writing for Fun - Week 2

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] With Bianca Garcia. Thursday mornings – 9:30am to 11:30am Starting 8th October 2026 £36.00 for the four-week course payable in advance. This four-week foundation creative writing course (2 hours per week) is designed to help absolute beginners overcome the blank page, discover their unique voice, and learn the foundational elements of storytelling in a supportive environment. Weekly Writing Prompts: Practical, low-pressure exercises to get words on the page immediately. A Safe Space: Focus is entirely on experimentation and creative play, not perfection. Digital Toolkit: Access to a signposted curated list of reading resources, formatting guides, and writing apps to use after the course ends. Course Structure & Weekly Breakdown Week 1: Finding Your Voice & Overcoming the Blank Page Week 2: Building Believable Characters Week 3: World-Building & Setting the Scene Week 4: Plot, Structure, & Sharing Your Work A notebook, pen and pencil is all that you will need to bring.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1629726733259{background-color: #efefef !important;}”][vc_column] Register your interest: Your Name (required) Your Email (required) Your Telephone Number (required) Your Postal Address (optional) Additional comments (optional) Thank you for registering your interest in one of our workshops. Our admin team will be in touch when we have more details to offer.

Thu 15 Oct10:30Braintree & Bocking Community Association
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Creative Writing for Fun - Week 3
Arts & Culture
Around £36.00

Creative Writing for Fun - Week 3

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] With Bianca Garcia. Thursday mornings – 9:30am to 11:30am Starting 8th October 2026 £36.00 for the four-week course payable in advance. This four-week foundation creative writing course (2 hours per week) is designed to help absolute beginners overcome the blank page, discover their unique voice, and learn the foundational elements of storytelling in a supportive environment. Weekly Writing Prompts: Practical, low-pressure exercises to get words on the page immediately. A Safe Space: Focus is entirely on experimentation and creative play, not perfection. Digital Toolkit: Access to a signposted curated list of reading resources, formatting guides, and writing apps to use after the course ends. Course Structure & Weekly Breakdown Week 1: Finding Your Voice & Overcoming the Blank Page Week 2: Building Believable Characters Week 3: World-Building & Setting the Scene Week 4: Plot, Structure, & Sharing Your Work A notebook, pen and pencil is all that you will need to bring.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1629726733259{background-color: #efefef !important;}”][vc_column] Register your interest: Your Name (required) Your Email (required) Your Telephone Number (required) Your Postal Address (optional) Additional comments (optional) Thank you for registering your interest in one of our workshops. Our admin team will be in touch when we have more details to offer.

Thu 22 Oct10:30Braintree & Bocking Community Association
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Creative Writing for Fun - Week 4
Arts & Culture
Around £36.00

Creative Writing for Fun - Week 4

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] With Bianca Garcia. Thursday mornings – 9:30am to 11:30am Starting 8th October 2026 £36.00 for the four-week course payable in advance. This four-week foundation creative writing course (2 hours per week) is designed to help absolute beginners overcome the blank page, discover their unique voice, and learn the foundational elements of storytelling in a supportive environment. Weekly Writing Prompts: Practical, low-pressure exercises to get words on the page immediately. A Safe Space: Focus is entirely on experimentation and creative play, not perfection. Digital Toolkit: Access to a signposted curated list of reading resources, formatting guides, and writing apps to use after the course ends. Course Structure & Weekly Breakdown Week 1: Finding Your Voice & Overcoming the Blank Page Week 2: Building Believable Characters Week 3: World-Building & Setting the Scene Week 4: Plot, Structure, & Sharing Your Work A notebook, pen and pencil is all that you will need to bring.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1629726733259{background-color: #efefef !important;}”][vc_column] Register your interest: Your Name (required) Your Email (required) Your Telephone Number (required) Your Postal Address (optional) Additional comments (optional) Thank you for registering your interest in one of our workshops. Our admin team will be in touch when we have more details to offer.

Thu 29 Oct09:30Braintree & Bocking Community Association
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Late Autumn Gardens - In Thick & Thin Acrylics
Community

Late Autumn Gardens - In Thick & Thin Acrylics

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] With David Pasfield. Using an underpainting technique to apply a first impression painting, followed by texture build-up using a palette knife with heavy body acrylics in an impasto style. Equipment & Materials – Acrylic paints – vibrant colours (Winsor & Newton Galeria range are good) – do not worry if you do not have a large range of colours, the tutor can provide some extra. – Extra heavy matt gel (impasto). – Canvas or MDF or hardboard, pre-primed with white gesso. At least 50×50 cm in size. – Large bristle brushes and palette knife – Easel – preferably free-standing but a table easel will suffice. – Palette – stay-wet palette or greaseproof paper sheets clipped to cardboard backing is adequate. – 2 water pots and roll of kitchen towels. Free refreshments provided, but bring or buy your own lunch. Please arrive around 9am to set up your equipment.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1629726733259{background-color: #efefef !important;}”][vc_column] Register your interest: Your Name (required) Your Email (required) Your Telephone Number (required) Your Postal Address (optional) Additional comments (optional) Thank you for registering your interest in one of our workshops. Our admin team will be in touch when we have more details to offer.

Sat 31 Oct09:30Braintree & Bocking Community Association
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Winter Landscape - In Thick & Thin Acrylics
Community

Winter Landscape - In Thick & Thin Acrylics

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] With David Pasfield. Using an underpainting technique to apply a first impression painting, followed by texture build-up using a palette knife with heavy body acrylics in an impasto style. Equipment & Materials – Acrylic paints – vibrant colours (Winsor & Newton Galeria range are good) – do not worry if you do not have a large range of colours, the tutor can provide some extra. – Extra heavy matt gel (impasto). – Canvas or MDF or hardboard, pre-primed with white gesso. At least 50×50 cm in size. – Large bristle brushes and palette knife – Easel – preferably free-standing but a table easel will suffice. – Palette – stay-wet palette or greaseproof paper sheets clipped to cardboard backing is adequate. – 2 water pots and roll of kitchen towels. Free refreshments provided, but bring or buy your own lunch. Please arrive around 9am to set up your equipment.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1629726733259{background-color: #efefef !important;}”][vc_column] Register your interest: Your Name (required) Your Email (required) Your Telephone Number (required) Your Postal Address (optional) Additional comments (optional) Thank you for registering your interest in one of our workshops. Our admin team will be in touch when we have more details to offer.

Sat 21 Nov09:30Braintree & Bocking Community Association
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