Dot offers step-by-step classes for beginners, inspired by traditional methods of sign-writing (specifically the dazzling folk art of fairground and circus sign-writing).
NEXT WORKSHOPS:
A ‘Paint Your Own Letter’ workshop will be:
Artidote Creative, Studio 12, Capitol House, Heigham St, Norwich, NR2 4TE on Saturday 25th June, 2026. Email hello@artidote.co.uk to book a place.
Workshop dates are added regularly to this page.
Dot has been running participatory art workshops and activities for 20+ years. She has a ‘Level 3 Award in Education and Training’ qualification (2016) and is an Associate Artist at the Sainsbury Centre of Visual Arts in Norwich. She co-runs Eyebrow Arts: creative projects in Norfolk for people with dementia and learning disabilities.
“Me and the girls had such a hoot figuring out where we all stood with our creativity – it didn’t matter in the end! We just had a wonderful afternoon with Dot, who showed us the magic behind Circus Sign Writing. Such a fun and exciting experience”. Participant, 2024
“We had a wonderful workshop with Dot…I enjoyed the workshop so much, I’d love to do more”. Participant, 2026
Dot Howard Artist 