About Field Art Space

Our Story


Artist Kate Hammersley set up Field Art Space during the pandemic, when she returned to the farm she grew up on. Having spent 25 years as a professional artist and qualified educator she wanted to set up a creative space where the environment was at the heart of the business. With a firm belief in the benefits of drawing from direct observation and having been a professor at Savannah College of Art and Design USA, she planned the first course – an introduction in drawing. As a member of the Royal Society of Sculptors she continued her own art practice whilst developing Field Art Space her projects included making work about Pipe Green meadow Lichfield supported by Arts Council England.

Since the early days of Field Art Space, more people have been welcomed and more courses have been added with lessons indoors and outdoors using a wide range of media and foraged materials, and we're now solar-powered! Being creative is good for you and we remain commited to delivering high quality and enjoyable courses for absolute beginners and those with experience who want to develop their practice.

In the future we look forward to developing engaging online courses and meeting new students. And of course, we'll be creating lots more art!

You can find out more about Kate and her work here:

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's your refund policy?

You can apply for a full refund up to 14 days before the course starts.

I can't go to all the classes in a term, do you offer a pay as you go scheme?

Yes! We offer a pay as you go scheme, contact us for more details: fieldartspace@gmail.com

I am a complete beginner, will the course be suitable?

Most of our courses are suitable for all levels, and we also run courses especially for beginners.

I've paid for a term time course but I can't make one of the lessons.

Field Art Space is under no obligation to offer refunds on missed classes or arrange another class.

What's your cancellation policy?

If an event is cancelled or postponed, refunds will be for the entire purchase - that includes the ticket price and the ticketing fees. Refunds will be paid into the account that the purchase was made from.

What should I bring?

We provide cartridge paper, charcoal, pencils and erasers free for you to use in the studio. Any other equipment you need to bring will be in the course information.

What happens if there is adverse weather?

We will make every effort to run the course, but in circumstances where there is a red weather warning, we will have to cancel the workshop and either offer you another time and date or offer you a full refund.

What do I do if I am running late?

If you are running late to a class,please email: fieldartspace@gmail.com

What's your photography policy?

All Field Art Space courses and activities are photographed for reference and for marketing the studio to the public. The images are for commercial use and may appear on our website, in email newsletters, on social media, in our printed and digital materials including brochures, leaflets, print and online adverts, posters and outdoor adverts, in materials sent out to the media, in fundraising materials, or in reports to funding bodies, and in other marketing activity not listed here. If you do not wish to be included in the photographs taken at the studio, please let us know.

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Testimonials

Kate instills confidence in me with her quiet, practical and always encouraging advice. As very much a beginner I am always inspired to try new things by Kate’s enthusiasm and detailed explanations.

Lately on the on-line courses Kate is able to make it feel very interactive and interesting with a mixture of the class altogether doing exercises, working on our own pieces and also one-to-one time factored in for individual tuition.

Christine McAleavey

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Kate comes to lessons well-prepared and student-focused. During my time with her she has enabled me to gain more confidence in my work, to experiment, and to develop in my own way. This has been due to her empathy and patience, as well as her own deep knowledge and experience across disciplines.

Kris Felton

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Kate is an enthusiastic and inspiring teacher. I have found her thorough and creative planning of courses helpful. She has successfully introduced new ideas and skills, challenging students to move beyond their comfort zones. It is good that she encourages individuals to develop their own interests and interpretations of the chosen topics.

Christine Bainbridge

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"I loved it, I loved every minute of it"

Zoe Balcombe after attending The Art Hour

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Kate is a lively and exciting person to work with. She teaches with great enthusiasm, kindness and calmness. Her projects always draw out something in you that you didn't know you had!

Kate Tibbetts

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I have so enjoyed classes and individual tuition with Kate . She encourages and teaches in a very relaxed manner. I have wanted to get back to my art for many years. I now find myself absorbed in my new hobby .. using a variety of media 

Derek Wilson

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A very enjoyable experience with a very helpful tutor

Ashmolean

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An excellent teacher and course

Ashmolean