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Meet the Tutors
Our dedicated team of tutors, each bring a wealth of experience and passion to the society. From seasoned educators with decades of experience in further education to accomplished artists who have exhibited their work on prestigious platforms, our tutors are here to inspire, guide, and empower you.
Whether you're taking your first steps into the world of art or seeking to refine your skills, our diverse range of workshops, classes, and events cater to every interest and aspiration.
From pottery to painting, drawing to sculpture, there's something for everyone at Avoncroft Arts Centre.
Adrian Clamp
Tutor - Drawing & Painting
As a tutor at Avoncroft Arts Centre since September 2022, Adrian continues to ignite creativity in adults through specialised drawing and painting workshops. Drawing on his vast experience in education, as a lecturer on Access and Foundation level arts courses.
Annmarie Hulley
Tutor - Drawing Skills
Annmarie has produced art that has proven to be successful with the local art circles, gaining widespread recognition, with her art being showcased in exhibitions, and private collections.
Brendan McMahon
Tutor - Various
Born in Birmingham, he attending Bournville School of Arts and Crafts studying technical and architectural illustration, a career working in the advertising industry began followed by a 30 year plus period creating and running his own design consultancy CLD with a client list of global brands.
Diane Todd
Tutor - History & Appreciation of Art.
A seasoned educator with a passion for the past and a flair for teaching. With a background in History and History of Art from Emmanuel College, Cambridge, she's honed her expertise over years of teaching at prestigious institutions like King Edward VI Camp Hill School for Girls and Handsworth Boys Grammar.
Janet Millward
Tutor - Pottery
A passionate potter whose journey with clay began at the age of 13 and has continued to shape her life ever since. Despite pursuing a career in medicine, her love for pottery remained steadfast, leading her back to the wheel as soon as she could.
Jenni Schuett
Tutor - Painting & Drawing
An artist and educator with over two decades of experience igniting creativity in students of all ages and abilities.
With a background in sculptural installations, film, and photography, Jenni brings a diverse range of skills to her teaching.
Pam McGregor
Tutor - Painting & Drawing
Pam's journey through art began in childhood, inspired by her father's drawings and paintings. With a background in graphic design and over 25 years of teaching experience, she brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to her classes.
Richard Crabtree
Tutor - Painting
From the age of four I developed a love of art which has remained with me all my life. I went on to study fine art, graphic design and the history of art at Bournville College of Art and subsequently worked in graphic design studios before achieving my lifelong ambition to become a professional fine artist.
