Whether you're new to painting or believe you’re not creative, this workshop offers a fun and accessible way to loosen up and reconnect with your artistic side.

By the end of the session, you’ll have the confidence and skills to continue experimenting and creating at home.

During the workshop, we’ll explore:

• A variety of materials for mixed media artworks
• Different collage techniques and how to incorporate them into your art
• Methods for documenting your experiments and building a personal resource library
• Creating custom collage papers with layered textures and mixed media techniques
• Enhancing artwork with texture and depth
• Using various resist techniques for washes
• Incorporating stencils in diverse ways
• Highlighting and accentuating textures in your work
• Working with spray paints to achieve unique effects
• Producing a finished artwork that integrates your custom collage papers
• Taping edges for a clean, professional presentation
• Finishing, signing, and varnishing your work for a polished result

Throughout the workshop, I will demonstrate key techniques and provide examples of how to layer, combine, and refine your work for more dynamic and multifaceted effects. You’ll also gain inspiration by observing your fellow students’ approaches, experimenting with different methods, and sharing creative discoveries.

By the end of the workshop, you will have:

• A completed A3 artwork showcasing a variety of techniques and materials
• A personal collection of collage paper swatches in your sketchbook, along with step-by-step notes for future reference

All necessary materials are provided as part of your workshop fee, including:

• A selection of collage papers
• High-quality 300gsm paper for your final artwork
• Brushes, stencils, reference images, paints, and mediums
• Additional collage materials for your composition
• Tea, coffee, and light morning and afternoon refreshments

Curiosity
This is an experimental class where one idea leads to another, helping you develop unique techniques that you can continue to explore long after the workshop.

Lunch
While you can visit nearby cafés, they are a short drive away, and parking may be limited. Bringing your own lunch will allow you to maximize your painting and learning time.

Sketchbook
Ideal for taking notes and compiling your personal collage paper library.

Old Clothes or Apron
Please wear something you don’t mind getting paint on.

Respirator (Optional)
If you're sensitive to vapours, you may want to bring a respirator, as we will be using spray paints outdoors for a small portion of the class

To secure your place in this workshop, please complete your purchase above.

Full payment is required at the time of booking and can be made via my website using all major credit cards, PayPal, or Afterpay.

Once your payment is received, I will confirm your booking and provide any additional details you may need.